Fulford Golf Club, York

The course and its history

Fulford was founded in 1906 and moved to its present site on Heslington Lane in 1935, when Major Charles MacKenzie laid out the course. Architects Mackenzie & Ebert have since added new tees, reshaped bunkers and cleared trees while keeping close to the original plan. The predominantly heathland layout is a serious test for handicap golfers. Fulford's place in tour history comes from the Benson & Hedges event, held here from 1971 to 1989, followed by the Murphy's Cup in the early 1990s. Ian Woosnam set the course record of 62 in 1985, and a photograph of a young Bernhard Langer perched in the ash tree beside the 17th green is one of golf's best-known images.

Booking and visitor practicalities

Members have reserved blocks of tee times during the week, but visitors are welcome at other times; the published visitor rates cover Monday to Friday and Sunday, and the office can advise on the best days. Visitors need a handicap of 28 or lower for men and 36 or lower for women. Book online through BRS, by phone or by email; reduced-rate and society bookings must be arranged by email. A small number of buggies can be hired through the pro shop, along with pull trolleys, and electric trolleys should be pre-booked. There is a visitor dress code.

Getting there

The club is on Heslington Lane on the southern side of York, less than three miles from the city centre, so it is easy to reach from a city-centre base.

Highlights

• Hosted the Benson & Hedges event from 1971 to 1989
• Laid out by Major Charles MacKenzie in 1935
• Ian Woosnam's course record 62 was set in 1985
• Scene of the famous Bernhard Langer 'tree shot' photograph at the 17th

Good to know

• Handicap limit: 28 for men, 36 for women
• Book online via BRS, by phone or by email
• Members have reserved blocks of time, so ask the office about the best days
• Buggies are limited; electric trolleys must be pre-booked

Frequently asked questions