New Mills Golf Club

High Peak, Derbyshire

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

INTEGRATED GOLF

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (E,D&I) Policy – How it will affect our Members

The Management Team have signed off the E,D&I Policy which will broaden opportunities for members to enter competitions during each week of the season. These changes will take effect from the beginning of July 2024.

These changes relating to ‘Integrated Golf’ are being adopted by many golf clubs nationally, this is new for all of us, so if we need to refine and improve the format, we will review and take into account feedback from our members.

HOW IT WILL AFFECT YOU:

  • Men and Ladies may compete in competitions held on Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays;
  • Fundamentally little will change, you can play with whomever you wish, booking on BRS as is currently the case;
  • On Wednesdays, Ladies will have an allocated 1 hour slot for 9 or 18 hole comps (11.30 to 12.30) but can play at other times of the day if its more convenient;
  • Majors will remain separate for Men and Ladies, but standard competitions will be open to all members.

FOR SUNDAY AND WEDNESDAY COMPETITIONS:

  • The first week of each month will be set aside for Individual Medal competitions (this occasionally may need to accommodate a Ladies Major on Weds or Sunday which will be dealt with by exception);
  • The remaining weeks of the month will be Individual Stableford competitions;
  • The current mixed Stableford will be absorbed into this competition format with Sam sponsoring £100 for best Stableford score at the end of the season;
  • 9 hole Stableford competitions will be available to Men and Ladies on each Wednesday with a separate winner for Men & Ladies. The Ladies will retain their existing playing slot for their 9 hole competition.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Fees:

  • All 18 hole competitions will be the same fee of £5 for 18 holes and £2.50 for 9 hole competitions.

Divisions for 18 hole competitions:

  • There will be winners across each of the divisions on Saturday, Sunday & Wednesdays;
  • Division 1: handicap up to 12;
  • Division 2: 13 to 24;
  • Division 3: 25 and above.

For Warren Cup and Mary Cooper Trophy (MCT):

  • Ladies will be able to qualify for Warren Cup & MCT in all Stablefords and Medals (excluding majors in each). The competition conditions will be modified to reflect these changes;
  • The £5 comp fee will cover all entry costs, no additional registration fee will be required. Anyone who has already paid a registration fee will be refunded.

Future Mixed Major:

  • Sam is planning to introduce a mixed major competition in 2025.

FAQs

1. What is the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and why does it affect our club?
England Golf has committed to all affiliated clubs signing up to the policy by the end of 2024, this means that each club needs to reflect the policy within the club and competition formats (Integrated Golf). A copy of the ED&I policy can be found on the ClubV1 Members Hub or on this website by clicking on the following link NMGC Policies, Processes & Procedures.

2. When will the changes take place?
From the beginning of July 2024.

3. Can I still play with my regular playing partners?
Yes, just sign up on BRS as you normally do.

4. Will this mean a change to the Major Competitions?
No, the major competitions will remain separate, i.e. Men’s majors will remain separate for the Men, Ladies majors will remain separate for the Ladies section.

5. Who can play in the 9 hole competition?
Previously this was a competition set up for the Ladies, but now Men who would prefer to play 9 holes can register for this competition. There will be a separate winner for Ladies & Men. Also a separate slot will be retained for Ladies playing 9 hole comps.

6. Can I play in any Saturday, Sunday or Wednesday competition?
Yes, provided it is not a major which is allocated to a particular section of the membership.

7. If my wife wants to play in a Saturday comp, will this be allowed?
Both Men & Ladies will be able to play on Saturdays when there is not a Men’s major competition.

8. If a major is played on the same day as a scheduled minor competition, can I compete in either?
Some majors will take up all slots available on the day and will be restricted to section members. However where there is space allocated for other players, these may compete in the scheduled minor competition.

9. We currently have team competitions scheduled, will these still be available?
Yes, where there are fun / team competitions scheduled these will take place alongside the competition scheduled for that day.

10. If I don’t want to play in a competition, can I play casual golf?
Yes, book on BRS as you would do normally.

11. Will this mean a change to scheduled competitions?
The majors will remain on the dates already agreed, check BRS for the minor comps, (medals & stablefords).

12. What will happen to the reserved Ladies slots on Sunday and Wednesdays?
There will be a reserved slot for Ladies on Wednesdays from 11.30 to 12.30, but you can play at other times if preferred.

13. Which other clubs in our area are adopting Integrated Golf?
There are six other clubs in the area that we know about: Romiley, Glossop, Mellor, Hazel Grove, Marple and Stockport. This number continues to grow as clubs adopt the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

14. If I am a 5 1/2 day member, can I play in Saturday & Sunday morning competitions?
Yes, if you pay the green fee and competition entry fee.

15. Will this affect any roll ups scheduled?
No.