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Coronavirus FAQs on the return of golf<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Last updated:  Thursday 10 September (update on government \u2018rule of six\u2019 and effect on golf groupings, gatherings in clubhouse and society golf)  <\/small><\/p>\n\n\n\n

England Golf has fielded a large number of calls, emails and messages via social media about the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on golf.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our staff have been working hard to reply to each individual and club query and we thank you all for turning to us for advice and support in these unprecedented times. We appreciate your patience while we dealt with your questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given the volume of enquiries, we felt it would be useful to compile a series of FAQs complete with answers, guidance and signposting to other relevant authorities. These are published below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PLAYING THE GAME:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 What is the permitted format for groupings on golf\u2019s return from 13 May?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 Individual golfers or two-balls, three-balls or four-balls with players from same or different household<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 What is the maximum group size permitted to gather?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 Social gatherings of more than six people are illegal in England from Monday 14 September 2020. This applies both indoor and outdoor with a limited number of exceptions. Groups of six people may be made up of individuals from different household, both indoor and outdoor. Golf clubhouses are able to accommodate multiple social groups each containing up to six people, but these must not merge to form larger groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 Can over 70s play golf?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 This decision is down to the individual golfer. The advice for clinically vulnerable groups<\/a> remains the same. If you are in this group you are advised to stay at home as much as possible and, if you do go out, take particular care to minimise contact with others outside your household. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are living in a household with a possible COVID-19 infection or if you are classified as extremely vulnerable on health grounds, the guidance<\/a> is that you should remain at and exercise at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 How many rounds can an individual play in a week?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 Under the unlimited exercise guidance from government, there is no ceiling on how many rounds an individual can play while following all the rules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Golf clubs may, however, in the interests of fairness, choose to limit the number of rounds an individual may play in a week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 Do golfers need to nominate designated individuals from outside their household to play golf with or can they play with different people each time they tee up?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 Golfers may choose a different playing partner or partners every time they tee it up. Social distancing rules must be observed at all times and golfers should be mindful of the increased risk by widening the scope of their social contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Three and fourball groupings involving golfers from different households and with social distancing taking place have been permitted since Monday June 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 What is the current advice for juniors playing the game at a time of restricted play?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 We have developed safeguarding procedures<\/a> for children and vulnerable adults during Covid 19, especially during the early phases, where social distancing will be heavily enforced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 Can clubs run competitions?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 Clubs may choose to run club and open competitions provided all social distancing and safety rules are strictly observed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If competitive stroke play is played, a method of scoring needs to be used that does not require the exchanging of scorecards. Find the full guidance document here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 Can society bookings still be taken by clubs?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A \u2013 Society bookings can still be taken and can still go ahead. However, both clubs\/ facilities and society members must ensure that congregations are avoided and that no groupings larger than six are formed at any time from Monday 14 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q- What rules are in place to deal with fixed flagsticks and play from bunkers that are not being raked?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A- During the period of COVID-19 restrictions, CONGU has provided clarity on the rules for the purposes of handicap qualifying competitions and supplementary scores. Find the details here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q \u2013 How can foursomes golf be played safely?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A- Should you wish to play foursomes golf the following is recommended:<\/p>\n\n\n\n