A golf club is nearing the completion of a £1 million investment project designed to significantly improve the club’s sustainability.
The redevelopment of Redbourn Golf Club began in late 2017, with an initial focus on the overhaul of the club’s bar and restaurant area.
Following the indoor renovation work, the club's maintenance team set about the creation of a large-scale irrigation lake to the side of the 8th and 10th holes.
This has enabled the club to rely exclusively on rainfall and a borehole for its water supply. Since completion in May 2019, all water that has been used to maintain the 27-hole venue has come from those sustainable sources rather than water mains.
The club recently announced the new installation of a new, full irrigation system that will run across all 27 holes on the property.
Efficient sprinkler heads and computerised programming will allow the greens staff to implement a watering schedule that will improve the playability of the course all year round, further enhancing the member and visitor experience alike. The first two phases of this installation are now complete, with the final phase set to be finished early next year.
Steve Brown, general manager of Redbourn Golf Club, said: "We are proud to have made such a significant investment into the sustainability and quality of our operation"
The work has been funded by Redbourn Golf Club owner and operator Burhill Group Limited, and other improvements include the installation of state-of-the-art TrackMan technology on its driving range, along with upgrades to clubhouse areas and newly-laid patios.
Guy Riggott, operations director, BGL Golf, said: "We are delighted to be continuing our investment into Redbourn Golf Club. We are committed to providing the best experience for our members and visitors, and will continue to ensure this is at the forefront of everything we do."
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