The tournament consists of 2 sections - North & South of the River Thames

Each section plays out until there is a North & a South winner. These 2 players contest a 36 hole final at a mutually agreed venue, with the winner crowned Gold Cup champion

The first listed golfer is the “home” player (usually in bold)

It is up to either player to contact the other and arrange the match, which would usually be played at the “home” player’s club. In the event the “home” player does not have a club, both need to agree on a venue which can include the ”away” player’s club

The final needs to be completed prior to the Annual Dinner (10 October 2024) so please complete your matches on time

The “visiting” player receives a courtesy extra shot

The tournament is singles match-play format over 18 holes, basis full handicap difference. If any player does not have a WHS handicap, then there is no adjustment applied to that player’s handicap.

Sudden death if the match is all-square after the 18th

Loser pays for all the green fees (so every player will only pay once)

The society AGM, is being held this year by video-conference call on the world wide web. It is an excellent forum for all members to participate and have their say about the Society, as well as hear other member’s points of view and the Committee’s. Your participation is encouraged. Refer to EVENTS page

At the end of the season, the society puts on a dinner. Dress code is black tie (or black suit with white shirt & bow tie). In what is the Society’s 125th Anniversary the venue is the iconic Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall.

Please contact Hon Sec on e-mail (info@BEGS.uk) for any further information or refer to EVENTS page to purchase tickets.