Play, Connect, Belong
Membership at Pennant Hills
A Welcome to Pennant Hills Golf Club
Australian golfing great, Kel Nagle, once held the course record at Pennant Hills winning the NSW PGA in 1952 and carding a 63 in a four round total of 270. He later described Pennant Hills as one of the finest park land golf courses in Australia. That is high praise, not surprisingly some might say, but Kel was known for his sincerity and as a straight shooter both in his communications and hitting a ball.
Gary Player later said of Kel that “He was not very long off the tee but hit the ball extremely straight and was a wonderful putter”. A sentiment supported by Arnold Palmer who similarly said … “he was not long off the tee, but he made up for it by being a very accurate player. He hit it straight, was very precise with his game and was one of the great putters of all time”.
We can only wonder what Kel and his good friend; Pennant Hills icon Tony Gresham would say today as the design work of the Player Group has shaped a magnificent remodeling of all greens on the 100 year old lay out of Pennant Hills.
Tony was to equal Kel’s course record when he also carded a 63 under medal conditions in 1968 which was the year of his selection in the Australian team to play in the Eisenhower Cup at Royal Melbourne.
It is a strange quirk of fate, Player and Nagle coming together on this Sydney course given that Kel was known for his ability to narrate a shot by shot account through all 18 holes of his agonising 1965 US Open playoff loss (71 to 74) to the legendary South African often referred to as the Black Knight.
Gary Player won 7 Australian Opens, Gary Player Design has been involved in over 400 golf course construction projects in 36 countries spanning five continents with their three different design brands, one of which is the Black Knight Design which is now proudly pinned to Pennant Hills Golf Course. This project is the Player Group’s first assignment in Australia. It is primarily the work of Phil Jacobs, a surveyor by trade, who was the principal course architect for Gary Player’s design company. Phil has been responsible for projects like the Links Course at the Fancourt Resort and the various revisions and updates to the Gary Player course at Sun City.
Pennant Hills enjoys a glorious undulating acreage; it is a heritage listed Golf Course conserving significant Blackbutt and Bluegums of a remnant forest above Devlins Creek in a naturalistic landscape with intact elements of cultural planting. The amazing transformation of this A Grade course is fashioned on Phil’s remarkable blueprint and enhanced by the team that is making it happen. This includes the Course Superintendent Michael Hedger, our resident Professional Neil Rolfe and the doyen of shapers, Craig Brown. When complete, the project will have cost some $5 million. It is being developed over a three year period, the first 9 holes being in play mid 2026 with a further 3 holes before the end of the year. Members and visitors are enjoying the juxtaposition of the old and the new during the construction period. Completion is expected in 2027.
Membership of a golf course is one thing; membership of a vibrant golf club is another. A club without a history is a club without a soul.
Pennant Hills has a deep and eventful history that is well recorded and has carefully nurtured a sustainable culture and personality. Following the formation of the club on this site in 1923 there have been four books written to document and preserve its history. In this brochure we have included examples of the camaraderie that is evident in our members at some of the regular social functions. I hope this gives you a feel for this wonderful golf club and prompts you to consider joining.
Admission to Membership of the club is normally by introduction of an existing Member; however, those interested in joining, and unknown to a Member should contact the General Manager whose details are provided below.
A warm invitation is offered to golfers of all types to make application for Membership. RSVP through an existing member, by email or phone whenever you are ready.
Looking forward to receiving your application.
Yours sincerely,
Michael Rowan President
Contact: Barnaby Sumner, General Manager
Telephone: (02) 8860 5800 or email: barnaby.sumner@pennanthillsgolfclub.com.au
Bring your friends and family to Play, Connect and Belong at Pennant Hills Golf Club
Pennant Hills Golf Club offers a superb golfing experience set within a landscape of natural beauty and tradition. Now is the ideal time to share with your friends and family what makes our Club so special and give them an opportunity to experience the same!
This brochure is designed to be given to your family and friends as it outlines the many attractions of Membership at Pennant Hills Golf Club.
Our course is the only one in Australia designed by the renowned Player Design Group, whose prestigious team is internationally recognised for excellence in golf architecture. The magnificent tree-lined fairways provide both challenge and serenity for golfers of all levels.
In an era when many Clubs face increasing pressure from rising costs, prolonged dry periods and tightening water restrictions, maintaining course presentation at the standard Members expect is no small undertaking. At Pennant Hills Golf Club we have taken deliberate steps to safeguard the condition of our course for generations to come.
Our on-site Water Reclamation Plant has the capacity to produce up to 500,000 litres of water each day, providing a reliable and sustainable supply for irrigation. In addition, our access to harvested water from the NorthConnex Tunnel offers a further 400,000 litres per day, reinforcing our long-term water security. This significant infrastructure investment ensures that even in challenging seasons, our fairways remain resilient, our greens true and our course presented in the manner befitting a Club of proud tradition.
Membership Values
At Pennant Hills, we believe in fostering a community with strong traditions, where all Members share a commitment to our core values of Camaraderie, Inclusiveness, Integrity and Respect. New Members are encouraged to embrace and embody the behaviours we hold dear, as they are welcomed into our Club.
Membership Pathways
At Pennant Hills, we welcome players of all abilities in a supportive and inclusive environment, which nurtures and encourages new players whilst also providing experienced and elite golfers with opportunities to compete at the highest level.
Becoming a Member is a straightforward and personal process.
Simply obtain a Nomination Form from the Office and return the completed form to the Club. Our team will then guide you through the next steps to ensure a smooth and enjoyable introduction.
Membership Contributions and Opportunities
All Members pay an annual Subscription based on their category of Membership. We offer flexible payment options, including annual or monthly instalments and a range of Membership categories to suit different lifestyles and circumstances.
In addition, new Members contribute a one-off Heritage Fee upon admission to Membership. This contribution reflects the value of the Club’s established amenities and the capital improvements that have been carefully developed and funded by past and present Members over more than a century.
The Heritage Fee recognises the Club’s longstanding infrastructure and ensures fairness to all Members who have helped build and sustain it.
The Heritage Fee may be paid in full or by arrangement over an agreed period.
Special Heritage Fee Opportunity for Family and Friends of Existing Members
For a limited time, family, friends and colleagues introduced by a current Member are eligible for a special Heritage Fee arrangement. This initiative provides an opportunity to join the Club on favourable terms and will be reviewed each year.
Other Membership Opportunities
At Pennant Hills, we are proud to offer a welcoming and inclusive path to Membership. A range of additional Heritage Fee considerations is available to encourage participation by new Members from all walks of life:
– Get Started, Get Golfing and Get Golfing Plus programs offer tailored tuition for those new to the game or returning to it. Completion of one or more programs entitles an applicant, upon joining, to a reduction in the Heritage Fee equal to the value of the program undertaken.
– Family Discount has long been part of our Membership tradition, providing a Heritage Fee reduction for close relatives of existing Members, applied in accordance with Club policy.
– Women’s Heritage Fee Discount (aged twenty-one and over) encourages greater participation by women in golf and applies to eligible categories of Membership, including Full Playing, Six-Day, Limited Playing and Flexible Membership where available. This reduction applies after any program-related discount has been considered. Please note: this offer cannot be combined with the Family Discount.
New Member Support
Your family member or friend will play a central role in helping you to engage with the Club community. The Club also offers opportunities to help you settle in.
– All new Members are invited to an induction evening with their proposer. This information evening is designed to help you start off on the right foot by providing you with practical guidance on how to get the most out of your membership. This is followed by a dinner where you can mix socially and get to know other new and existing Members.
– We also offer a number of opportunities for new Members to feel welcomed and engaged at Pennant Hills.
– Each month on a Saturday, we hold a complimentary New Member Clinic, comprising an expert coaching session with our Golf Professionals, a few holes of golf and time to relax in the Clubhouse with drinks and nibbles.
– For those who would like additional guidance, our New Member Support Program pairs each new Member with an experienced Member who can offer friendly advice, course guidance and help with introductions to the Club community.
Rhythm of the Club
The rhythm of Pennant Hills is defined by a structured weekly programme that offers Members consistent and varied opportunities to play.
Competitions anchor the week, with Medley events on Sunday, Tuesday and Friday, Women’s Competitions on Monday and Thursday, and Full Playing Competitions on Wednesday and Saturday. Men’s Competition is held on Monday afternoons, while social golf is available across several afternoons and after 1 pm on Thursdays.
Tee times open six days in advance, providing certainty and fairness of access. This balanced cadence preserves tradition while ensuring Members have regular opportunities to enjoy both competition and social play.
To begin the process of becoming a Member, please contact the Club to arrange an initial meeting with the General Manager. This meeting provides an opportunity to learn about Membership pathways, Club activities and includes a tour of the clubhouse and a trial game on the course.
Following this introduction, prospective Members are invited to meet with the Board and attend an induction evening and welcome dinner as part of their introduction to Club life.
Contact Us
Pennant Hills Golf Club
Corner Copeland Road and Burns Road South, Beecroft NSW 2119
Telephone: (02) 8860 5800
Email: membership@pennanthillsgolfclub.com.au
Website: www.pennanthillsgolfclub.com.au
