1. General
It is the responsibility of the House Committee to propose and for the
Board of Directors to approve, from time to time,
rules for appropriate dress for all members and visitors both within
the Clubhouse and out on the Course.
The Golf Professional and any Director has the authority to deny access
to members,
guests and visitors who do not comply with the Dress Rules and who are
inappropriately dressed.
Except in wholly exceptional circumstances, approved by the Board, headwear
is not permitted in the Clubhouse.
Members are expected to adhere to the prescribed dress rules and also
to ensure any invited guest or visitor equally does so.
2. All Members
Bolton Old Links, as a modern and progressive golf club, recognises
how acceptable golf attire and equal opportunities have progressed over
the years. However it is mindful of club traditions, respect for fellow
members and the general etiquette of the game, that golfers and visitors
both on the course and in the clubhouse must maintain a respectable
standard of dress considered acceptable in today’s modern day
golf clubs.
The rules are not intended to be fully prescriptive and are, in some
cases open to interpretation but members, guests and visitors are expected
to take personal responsibility for observing standards of dress that
reflects well on themselves and the club.
The club may hold specific functions from time to time requiring a more
formal dress code.
These will be indicated and notified accordingly well in advance.
2.1 In the Clubhouse
After playing golf you may go into the clubhouse in your golf attire
however please remove any headgear.
Clothing deemed unacceptable on the course is also deemed unacceptable
in the clubhouse.
In addition to golf attire, clean smart casual dress is also permitted
in the clubhouse including denim (denim is not acceptable on the course).
Modern casual shoes are permitted including smart trainers, sandals,
loafers and deck shoes.
Not permitted are shoes and flip flops with a single toe attachment.
Golf shoes worn on the course are only allowed in the changing areas
of the clubhouse and not in the remainder of the clubhouse building.
No outdoor waterproof over clothing may be worn in the clubhouse at
any time.
2.2 On The Course
Smart golf apparel acquired through a recognised golf outfitter or supplier
must be worn at all times.
Tailored Shorts worn with socks are permitted.
Recognised golf shoes must be worn.
Caps must be worn in the conventional mode.
Unacceptable On Course Clothing includes:
Denim, tracksuits, football attire, beach wear, cargo or combat trousers
or shorts, trainers and non-recognised golf shoes.
If in any doubt please ask in the professional shop rather than risk
the embarrassment of being told.
Where a member has a bona fide reason preventing them from complying
with the Dress Rules,
then permission must be sought in writing from the Directors for dispensation
to the Rules.