Preferred Lies Ended
As a consequence of a good spell of warmer and dryer weather, the course conditions have improved considerably.
Therefore, with effect from Thursday 15th April 2021, the Temporary Local Rule of Preferred Lies is removed and balls should be played as they lie.
Preferred Lies in Bunkers
Whilst Covid-19 regulations continue to prohibit the use of rakes in bunkers, this rule will remain in force. Twice weekly raking of bunkers has been promised by green staff as well as other essential maintenance.
In short, a ball lying in a bunker can be played as it lies OR can be placed within 6", no nearer the hole, still in the bunker. No smoothing of the bunker is permitted whilst taking this free relief but it is expected that players make best efforts to smooth their tracks after playing their shot.