Justly proud of their course, members often invite guests to share in their pleasure; there are also active reciprocal links with other Royal Clubs around the world. The unique atmosphere of Royal Wimbledon is maintained by not allowing the course to become over-crowded with the first tee open for play with only minimal reserved starting times.
A limited number of visitors may play on the course, subject to availability and prior application to the General Manager by letter or email, confirming that those wishing to play are members of a recognised golf club and hold current handicap certificates, 21 maximum for men, 36 for ladies.
(a) Member Playing with Guests (per guest)
Monday to Thursday, all day - 3 Guests - £50
Fri, Sat, Sun and Public Holidays, before 10.30 am – 1 Guest only, thereafter 3 guests - £65 each
On competition days no guests prior to 2.00 pm, thereafter 3 Guests
Guests, under the age of 30, are eligible to play with a member at a reduced rate:
Aged 26-29 Monday-Thursday, all day - £30.00; Friday-Sunday and Public Holidays, after 12 noon (restricted times only) - £39.00
Aged 18-25 Monday-Thursday, all day - £18.00; Friday-Sunday and Public Holidays, after 12 noon (restricted times only) - £23.00
Aged under 18 when permitted - £22.00
Twilight after 18.30 Summer, 13.30 Winter - Mon-Thurs £30.00, Fri-Sun £39.00
(b) Reciprocal Clubs' Visitor (hcp 21 (M) & 36 (L) or less)
Monday to Thursday , all day - 1 Guest - £50
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays, after 12 noon - 1 Guest - £65
Twilight after 18.30 Summer, 13.30 Winter - Mon-Thurs £30.00, Fri-Sun £39.00
(c) RWGC Overseas Members
May play up to 6 times per annum - N/C
Over 6 times, cost per day Monday to Thursday - £50. Friday to Sunday - £65
(Playing times restricted to that of UK playing category)
Twilight after 18.30 Summer, 13.30 Winter - Mon-Thurs £30.00, Fri-Sun £39.00
(d) RWGC House Members
May play up to 6 times per annum upon payment of a green fee
Monday - Thursday - £50
Friday - £65
(Not permitted to play at a weekend unless playing as a guest of a member)
(e) Visitors
Monday - Thursday (with discretions from the Secretariat) - £204
(subject to prior written introduction, proof of membership of an affiliated golf club and proof of handicap index, maximum 21.0 Men and 36.0 Ladies)
Casual visitors are not permitted.
(f) Merton Residents
Merton residents may play on the course at the following times and subject to the following charges and restrictions:
Monday - anytime (subject to availability) £50
Tuesday - Thursday after 3pm (subject to availability) £50
Friday - after 3pm (subject to availability) £65
Above times exclude all Bank and Public Holiday.
Merton residents must be able to provide two forms of proof of residence by way of a valid Council tax demand and also a photo ID card. All bookings must be made in advance through the office. Access to the course at these discounted rates is only available to Merton residents who are not already a member of a golf club.
The full details regarding resident use of the course:
The following form will be required to be completed by a Merton resident prior to play:
2 ball rounds should not take longer than 2 hours 45 minutes
3 ball rounds should not take longer than 3 hours 15 minutes
4 ball rounds should not take longer than 3 hours 50 minutes
It is the responsibility of all members, their guests and visitors to ensure that they are dressed appropriately for Royal Wimbledon Golf Club, both on and off the course. Common sense, should be used please. As a guideline, some examples of what is unacceptable are as follows:
Dining Rooms & Veranda Room