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Canons Brook Golf Club
CanonsBrook Golf Club occupies land that can be traced back to the Doomsday survey that identified 6 estates in Parndon, one of which was the Manor of Canons, which is believed to have been passed to the Abbey of Parndon in c. 1170.
Canons Brook is formed by the joining of Todd Brook from the east and Musket Brook from the southwest and continues until it flows into the River Stort.
Canons Farm was bought by Harlow Development Corporation in 1954 and in 1957 a meeting was held with Henry Cotton, Ben Hyde Harvey, Derek Moule and Cyril Beaton to discuss the possibility of providing Harlow with a golf course under the auspices of the Harlow & District Sports Trust.
Henry Cotton was given the task of designing the course and work started in 1961. The farmhouse and outbuildings became the clubhouse and pro shop.
On May 9th, 1963 the golf course officially opened with an exhibition match between Henry Cotton/ Richard Costain vs Ian Large (Pro) and Cyril Beaton over nine holes. It was unforgettable for spectators who turned out to watch Henry Cotton
Original farmhouse c1960
17th century barn
New Club House c1964
perform his golf magic, after all he was holder of three Open Championships and a past Ryder Cup player.
On 22nd May, 1964 the full 18 holes were opened for play and again Henry Cotton arranged an exhibition match involving himself and Michael Bonnalack, who became secretary of the R&A. Years later he told Cyril Beaton that he remembered every hole at Canons Brook and complimented Cotton for the best course he’d ever designed.
To this day the club still plays competitions in the name of the three at the original meeting: The Beaton Bowl, Hyde Harvey Cup and Christopher and Catherine Moule Trophy.
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Over the years the course has matured and settled to become a tranquil but challenging golf experience. In 1991, money was found to rebuild the clubhouse into the superb modern building that we have today. Despite its redevelopment, it retains its links to the 17th century farm that now houses the club.
Henry Cotton
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Therehas been a golf course and club in Harlow since 1897. In that year Harlow Golf Club was founded and played for the first few years close to the new Newhall housing estate adjacent to Old Harlow.
Then in 1904 a nine-hole course was created on Harlow Common running due south of the current town, across the common, of the same name. In fact, the original club house or more like a pavilion is still in existence on a small farm holding to the east end of the common albeit moved around
a few times since the course closed around the beginning of WW2 when the golf course was sadly dug up to support ‘dig for victory.’
The golf course was lost forever.
Roll on three decades, another golf club is born.
Senior member, Vic Petch probably, the longest serving member of Canons Brook Golf Club and equally long a member up at Bishops Stortford Golf Club which Canons Brook share
strong ‘links’ during its founding and formation.
Vic writes………………….. ‘On the 23rd October 1953, what transpired to be the inaugural meeting of the Harlow Golfing Society was held at the Green Man Public House, in Harlow. (Now a hotel in the old town). The meeting arose because of an editorial in the local press, explaining that it was felt competitive golf should be available in Harlow for those who wished to play locally. The eleven who attended
this meeting unanimously agreed the Harlow Golfing Society become a reality.
It was agreed that there should be two main meetings a year. One in the spring and the other in the autumn, along with evening meetings during the summer months.
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The society flourished and played many golf courses within the region, but one became a firm favourite, Bishops Stortford Golf Club which rapidly became its base. The host club affording generous green fees and hospitality to the society.
After the Second World War, came Frederick Gibberd’s development plan for a Harlow New Town.
How it came about is not recorded but the Harlow Golfing Society were made aware that part of the recreational proposals for the New Town residents was an area in the northwest region planned for recreational and sporting facilities. The society’s committee who was residing in Harlow, Derek Moule, Cyril Beaton and Ben Hyde-Harvey set about founding the Canons Brook Golf Club in November 1962.
Some twelve individuals subscribed in a memorandum to being formed into a company and the area designated for a golf club was leased and the new golf course was designed, built and opened for play in 1963. World famous golfer and course designer, Sir Henry Cotton was engaged to create the dream into what is now an outstanding golf course, sixty years later.’
The Harlow Golfing Society still play weekly at Bishops Stortford Golf Club well into their 70th anniversary and of course, visit ‘The Brook’ for a day’s golf every spring.
In 1963 Canons Brook opened a Sir Henry Cotton designed championship course with little rough, many bunkers and large greens on which aspiring golfers of all standards are rewarded for thoughtful and skilful play rather than power alone.
The
Players’ Course
Covering 112 acres, the 18-hole, 6,706yard course makes maximum use of the landscape and natural hazards including the brook meandering through to catch golfers that fail to treat the course with respect.
The 17th hole, ‘Death or Glory’, only a 350-yard par four, typifies the challenge set by Sir Henry Cotton.
One of the most successful British golfers, playing in four Ryder Cup Competitions, winning three Open Championships and designing courses around the world, Henry Cotton gave us Canons Brook, which is a ‘must play’ for any golfer looking for a challenge at possibly the best course in Essex.
A full course flyover is available on our website.
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Becoming a member at Canons Brook Golf Club allows you to make the most of our fantastic course, as well as the excellent facilities that we have on offer including the clubhouse.
For details about the different memberships that are available here at Canons Brook, as well as a full breakdown of the cost, please visit our website.
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Recognising the importance of professional advice to members and visitors, Canons Brook is proud to have on our team PGA professional and 2022 captain of PGA in England East, Luke Eggleston.
Luke Eggleston – Club Pro Luke brings experience and allround coaching skills and, as an NLP Practitioner, can improve physical skill and the mental attitude of golfers at all levels.
As an amateur Luke played off +2 and has 30 years’ experience of coaching at all levels; beginners to Tour Professionals.
Golf equipment and clothing from all leading brands will be available in the Pro Shop, as will equipment repair and specialist fitting.
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Luke is a Europe Certified Advanced Custom Fitting Specialist and with his studio and custom fitting equipment, will ensure that golfers will get the best possible advice on equipment to maximise their potential.
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For lessons and advice, you are welcome to visit Luke in the Pro Shop or call on 01279 418357.
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“My aim is to make every golfer that walks through the door a golfer that is better equipped in every aspect by the time that they leave the same door. Also, we aim to reduce everyone’s handicap by three or scores by at least five shots.
My client base has increased dramatically over the years and this year will see some interesting changes for all. Seeing everyone benefitting from an advanced studio that has state-pfthe-art technology to enhance their existing or new equipment makes my job worthwhile and it gives me a satisfying feeling to see every client grow and improve as a golfer.
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Our Youth Academy encourages ‘golf is fun’, we make sure, first and foremost, golf is an enjoyable game to both learn and play. The game is offered to all levels and age groups. We now have a measured youth course (1,025 yards) played over nine holes.
The academy meets every Saturday to work on all formats, so everyone is ready to move forward with the academy and club. Our resident Professional is on hand to help and offer support and advice.
We run regular competitions for all levels and age groups. So, everyone can become a winner. For more information contact our club office or pop into the Professionals Shop.
We aim to make sure all our youngsters are involved and become a close unit making new, long-term friendships as well.
“ When Henry Cotton designed Canons Brook he successfully created a unique course that is fair and comfortable for golfers of all abilities.”
Whetheryou are a well-established society or simply a group of golfers looking to play an interesting course, Canons Brook is the ideal place to play.
When Henry Cotton designed Canons Brook he successfully created a unique course that is fair and comfortable for golfers of all abilities. This makes it the perfect place for society golf days. Designed with his experience of American courses in mind, it uses minimum rough and large greens, relying on the layout of the land to
provide the challenge while improving speed of play.
The clubhouse provides a comfortable, convivial atmosphere and offers a range of food options to meet the specific needs of the society.
Canons Brook provides a relaxed golfing experience while expecting golfers to wear recognised golf attire on the course and adhere to the clubhouse dress code of smart casual or clean, dry golfwear.
For safety reasons, players are requested to play in recognised golf shoes
On the course:
Dress code
Golfers are expected to wear recognised golf attire. The following are not allowed; collarless or sleeveless t-shirts unless recognised golf attire, denim shirts, shorts or trousers, footwear other than golf shoes, tracksuit tops or bottoms, football or rugby wear.
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Etiquette
Repair all pitch marks and replace divots, keep up with the game in front and if you lose ground, invite the game behind to play through.
In the clubhouse:
Following your round we realise that relaxing in the clubhouse with friends is part of the day. Subsequently, we have an informal approach but ask that our dress code of smart casual wear or clean, dry golf attire in the clubhouse is respected. Please avoid wearing muddy or wet clothes in the clubhouse.
Golf shoes should be restricted to the spike bar, but soft spikes may be worn in the summer.
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CanonsBrook Golf Club aims to make golf accessible and affordable to the widest possible community by providing a range of sections and societies to suit the needs of juniors through to seniors.
Internal Societies
As a member of Canons Brook Golf Club, you will be welcomed by any of the internal societies within the club.
We want to make sure that every member has the opportunity to play and to mix with other members.
To that end several groups have dedicated times to play together on a
regular basis in friendly competition. Golfers of any standard can join these groups, and the welcome pack that we provide gives the details, times and who to contact if you want to join in.
Ladies’ Section
You will always find a friendly and warm welcome at Canons Brook Ladies’ Section, whether you are an experienced golfer looking for challenging and competitive golf, a social golfer looking for exercise and good company or a beginner thinking about taking up golf. At Canons Brook Golf Club, we want to encourage more females to participate in golf.
There are plenty of reasons to take up golf as a sport; playing golf can be excellent exercise and yet it hardly feels like exercise, fresh air, outdoor activity and the camaraderie among golfers makes you feel alive.
We have:
> Competitive golf at all levels (ladies’ competitions are played on Tuesdays and at weekends).
> Informal golf on Thursday.
> Opportunities to play mixed golf.
> Opportunities to play singles, and pairs knockout competitions.
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The Canons (veterans section)
The Canons section is open to all club members who are age 55 or over. The section welcomes all abilities, has 50+ members and is active throughout the year with organised golf on every Thursday. In addition, annual events include a Captain’s away day and an overnight trip with two days of golf.
There are friendly matches, both home and away, with other local clubs throughout the spring and summer, competitions in various formats for a
number of trophies and individual and pairs knockout competitions. However, if you prefer, you can simply join in for social play while others strive for glory. A number of members also meet up and play in informal groups on Mondays and Wednesdays.
This lively and well supported section has its own area on the member’s web site and utilises the ClubV1 and HowDidiDo apps where you can keep up to date on competitions and matches wherever you are.
A warm welcome awaits anyone wishing to join us.
THE CANONS
Set amidst the rolling parkland of a beautiful 18-hole golf course Canons Brook is the perfect setting for your big day. Whether it be a wedding, a family gathering, business events and formal functions. A choice of two great venues, panoramic views, wonderful food, and attentive service, all combine to make an experience you will never forget.
The clubhouse, which retains the style of existing barn buildings, provides a relaxing and friendly atmosphere and it’s available for hire either in its
entirety or partitioned off to suit your event needs.
The Tithe Barn is a grade II Listed building that leads out to the barn garden with its centrepiece pergodathe perfect location for your wedding. The barn and garden together provide an entirely private and inclusive venue both indoors and out.
The maximum capacity of the barn is 120 people including children, with 250 in the clubhouse. These limits will be strictly
imposed. In the interests of comfort, it is suggested that no more than 80 people attend a barn function at which a full meal is served, or 120 in the clubhouse. We also recommend that no more than 120 attend a buffet style, or 250 in the clubhouse.
Both venues are available for hire, at the discretion of the food and beverages manager, for receptions, social functions and business meetings to members of Canons Brook Golf Club. Companies, bona fide clubs and associations and private persons are also able to hire out our facilities.
Canons Brook has an elegant clubhouse, with impressive high ceilings, huge picture window and a large centrally located bar - it is the perfect venue for larger parties. There is a beautiful outside terrace area, with outstanding views of the golf course for guests to enjoy.
Canons Brook Golf Club has a large car park, is easy to find and close to the railway station with direct rail links to London and Cambridge, the M11 and Stansted Airport. There are several hotels close by for those guests requiring accommodation.
Visitors are reminded that Canons Brook is a busy golf course and that they are potentially dangerous places. For these reasons, people attending events in the barn are required to keep within the confines of the barn itself and the attached garden area.
Particular care is to be taken to ensure that children are accompanied by adults at all times and that they do not stray onto the putting greens or onto the course itself.
The club allows 18th and 21st birthday parties at the discretion of the club Secretary/Manager or the Food and Beverage Manager, although they will only be held in the barn. The club insist on two door staff being hired for the night, at your own cost. A full and complete guest list will be required a week before your event and a deposit paid one month before the date. ID will be requested, where required, in order to purchase alcohol.
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Over the six decades or so, Canons Brook Golf Club have always been ‘winners’ both team and individual performances in county and regional competitions.
The Ladies can boast both a County Champion (Liz Gibson in 1999) and a County Captain, Alex Goody (2005/07)
MONDAYS
• Seniors/Canons Monday Group Meet around 09.00 onwards
• Monday Roll-up - All age groups, again meet at 09.00 for 09.30 tee time
TUESDAYS
• Ladies Day – meet up for an 08.50 – tee off onwards
WEDNESDAYS
• ‘Ernie Sands Swindle’ 09.00 - tee off
THURSDAYS
• The Canons (Seniors section) Competitions & match days
• The Thorbrook Golf Society – Meet 4pm roll up summer, 14 holes & supper
FRIDAYS
• Swindle – 1pm tee time summer /11.00 winter
SATURDAY MORNINGS
• The NEGS Roll up – from 08.30 all year round
SUNDAY MORNINGS
THE INTERNAL GOLFING SOCIETIES SO WHO ARE THEY THEN?
THE WEBMEN GS – formed 1978, made up originally of members of the printing trade. Now open to all club members.
THE PIEMEN GS – Meet lunch times every Thursday throughout the year. The society origins dates to the early days of the club. Monthly dining, open to all members to join.
• The Piemen Golf Society – Meet 1.15pm summer/12.15 winter
• Two separate roll ups, early one (competitive) from 08.00 off the 8th tee and the more relaxed group from 08.30 off the 1st tee.
THORBOOK GS- Founded in 1967, a summer late afternoon society (from 4pm) 14 holes then supper.
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