Hadrians Wall Mixed/Ladies HIO Pairs – Hexham, Slaley Hall and Matfen Hall Golf Clubs

We are delighted to launch our inaugral Hadrians Wall Mixed/Ladies HIO Pairs in 2023.

Our event welcomes pairs to enjoy playing three of finest courses in the North East of England whilst offering pairs assessibility to visit the World Heritage Site of Hadrians Wall which covers 73 miles from coast to coast, why not even combine walking some of the wall before or after our golf tournament.

The tournament will be played over Hexham Golf Club a stunning parkland course, Slaley Hall Priestman Course host to the European Seniors Tour and finally Matfen Hall a stunning golf course set in 300 acres of mature parkland.

Our winning Mixed and Ladies pairs will qualify to play in the National Pairs Playoff Finals for an all expenses trip to the HIO-Club 2024 Grand Final at TPC Sawgrass.

The Hole In One Club are delighted to announce this must play Mixed/Ladies event, with 1 Round over Hexham GC, 1 Round over Slaley Hall
(Priestman Course) and 1 Round over Matfen Hall

Hadrians Wall Mixed/Ladies HIO Pairs 2023
Presented by the Hole in One Club

Our 2023 event has a number of exciting features. The package includes:

3 Tournament Days played over Hexham, Slaley Hall and Matfen Hall Golf Clubs
Leading Mixed and Ladies Pair will qualify for the National HIO Pairs Playoff Finals to Playoff for a trip to TPC Sawgrass
Welcome Gift
Daily Nearest the Pin Champagne Prizes
Fantastic Prize Table supported by Golfbreaks/Callaway Golf for both Mixed and Ladies Sections
Best Gross Pairs Prize
Daily Leading Pairs Prize
Optional Presentation Dinner/BBQ after completion of play on Wednesday 20th September
Professional Leader Board System
PGA Tournament Director to officiate event

Price
Entry Fees – £159.00 per amateur
A deposit of £200.00 per pair secures the team place with the balance due on the 1st May 2023

For more information and bookings
email : graeme@theggbc.com or
TEL – 07590426732

The Golf Courses

Hexham Golf Club
A traditional parkland course on fast draining land on the south side of the River Tyne, Hexham Golf Club is a tough enough test of golf to regularly host County events, yet at 6,312 from the medal tees it is enjoyable for club golfers of all standards. The greens are regularly amongst the best in the County, and the views over the confluence of the North and South Tyne and surrounding countryside are stunning.

Slaley Hall (Priestman Course)
The Priestman course was opened for play in 1999 and we considered it to be ideal for our event as it offers a fairer test of golf than its sister course the Hunting, an easier walk and stunning views over the Tyne Valley. The course has hosted the European Seniors Tour and numerous PGA events and offers a strong test made difficult by the fact that there are many, strategically placed, gaping bunkers positioned along the course and these sand traps are the course’s biggest defence. The course presents an array of golfing challenges along the way with the gaping bunkers and several water hazards along the way. However, the course boasts beautifully wide fairways which should inspire you with confidence right from the tee shot. From many of the holes you can enjoy panoramic views over the lovely, Northumberland countryside. The Priestman course at Slaley Hall is the perfect companion for its sister course, the Hunting course, and is the perfect holiday course with stunning views, an interesting layout and firm but fair hazards for you to navigate your way around.

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Matfen Hall
Located near to Hadrian’s Wall in West Northumberland, Matfen Hall Hotel is set in 300 acres of beautiful parkland. The 19th Century Gothic style Stately home is a grand building overlooking the golf course. The golf course offers and challenging and wonderful golfing experience for all levels of players, in addition to the championship course, the resort offers an additional 9 holes and 9 hole Par-3 course and a fitting finale to our Hadrians Wall HIO Pairs Tournament

Celebrating 1900 years of Hadrian’s Wall 

Witness the stunning views, explore natural wilderness and become immersed in the history while visiting Hadrian’s Wall and Housesteads Fort.

Hadrian’s Wall, an epic structure, kept the unwanted out and the welcome safe. Making use of the natural Whin Sill escarpment, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Roman Empire’s best-maintained outpost in northern Europe.

Nestled within the Northumberland National Park, it really is quite a treat. There are invigorating walks and breathtaking landscapes.

Venture alongside Hadrian’s Wall to Milecastle 37 and the famous Sycamore Gap, taking in the sights as you go. It’s a real testament to the Romans, as well as their planning, tenacity and power.

Head to Housesteads Roman Fort for a real insight into Roman military life and discover the past behind the archaeological remains, using the stone walls as a guide around the village south of the fort and envisage the different chambers and rooms. Plus, you might just see some of the oldest toilets around.

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/hadrians-wall/

Where to Stay?

There are numerous hotels and B&B’s available for all pairings to stay whilst playing in our event to suit every budget, two of our courses offer accommodation at the scenic Slaley Hall Hotel and Spa and the luxury of Matfen Hall. Chollerford, Hexham, Corbridge Bardon Mill and Matfen are handy for golfing and visiting Housesteads or Vindolanda on Hadrian’s Wall. Hexham have recently opened a brand new Travelodge which is perfectly located.

The bright lights and big city of Newcastle offers the vibrant nightlife that some teams require and is approxiamately 30/40 minutes to all courses

We are here to help with advice on all accommodation types available. Please get in touch!

Itinarary
Monday 18th September 2023
Arrive and check in at Hexham Golf Club – 1st Tee Time 11.00am
Receive Welcome Gift
1st Round over the stunning parkland course

Tuesday 19th September 2023
Arrive and check in at the Slaley Hall Resort – 1st Tee Time 11.00am
2nd Round played over the Championship Priestman Course

Wednesday 20th September 2023
Arrive and check in at Matfen Hall – 1st Tee Time – 9.30am
Final Round played over the Championship Course
Prize Presenatation
Depart for home or enjoy additional nights in the North East

Format of Play:
Teams of 2 Amateurs
54 Hole Tournament Pairs Betterball Stableford
Max playing handicap index 24 for Men 36 for Ladies.
85% Handicap Allowance
All players must have an active WHS Handicap
The Event is open to Ladies and Mixed Pairs over the age of 18 years and above

Booking Conditions

Please read the following booking conditions carefully, they form the basis of your contract with HIO Events Limited and set out our respective rights and obligations.

All hotel and room upgrades are subject to availability at the time of booking.

Payment by Debit/Credit Card by request through Stripe Online Payments
Payment by Bank Transfer to – Monzo Bank Account 43413966 Sort Code 04-00-04

A £200.00 deposit per amateur player will secure your team place in to the event with a further the final balance due on or before the 1st May 2023.

Upon receipt of entry a written confirmation will be issued.

In the event that the pairs event being cancelled due to any Covid 19 restrictions in place on travel or golf all teams will be offered alternative dates or a full refund if not wishing to continue with their booking.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you comply with all insurance, and Covid health requirements. It is your responsibility to check current regulations and if our company incurs fines or surcharges as a result of your negligence you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly.

We accept responsibility for all parts of the event as described in our literature and agree to supply such to a resonable standard. We accept responsibility for the acts and omissions of our employees, agents, suppliers and sub-contractors (providing at the time they were carrying out work authorisedby us). Except where loss and or damage to luggage or personal possessions are concerned, we highly recommend that personal travel insurance is obtained prior to the event to cover such damage. We cannot be held responsible for the condition of golf courses because of maintenance or climate, we will try to keep clients informed of the up-to-date conditions.

In the unlikely event of a complaint please notify us immediately, most issues are easily resolved whilst you are on an event. If the matter is not solved to your satisfaction then please write to HIO Events within 28 days of your return, we will not accept liability after this time.

You may cancel at any time but the instructions will only be valid if we are notified in writing.

Period before departure Cancellation charge (% of total event price)

On or Before 1st May 2023 – Full Refund

After the 1st May 2023 – Full Amount