Suffolk Salver 3 Day Pairs
25th - 27th August 2027
3 Rounds on the Best of Suffolk Heathland
Thorpeness Golf Club
James Braid on the Suffolk Heritage Coast
Thorpeness pairs proper Suffolk coast scenery with a classic heathland feel underfoot. A James Braid design, so expect a thoughtful test rather than brute force golf, where position off the tee matters as much as length. You play through a mix of heather, gorse and pines.
Thorpeness Golf Club
James Braid on the Suffolk Heritage Coast
Course Highlights
- James Braid design
- Suffolk Heritage Coast setting
- Heather, gorse and pines throughout
- Hotel on site at the golf club
About Thorpeness Golf Club
Braid built a string of classic layouts across Britain and Ireland, and this one is no exception. The quality of his design is as evident today as it was back then, and continues to offer endless variety and challenges to golfers at all levels. The course sits next to the famous Thorpeness Meare, five minutes walk from the beach.
Ipswich (Purdis Heath) Golf Club
Top 100 Golf Courses in England
Founded in 1895 at Rushmere Heath, Ipswich moved to its current Purdis Heath site in 1927, with an 18 hole course designed by James Braid. A delightful heathland course, pleasing to the eye, beautifully conditioned, posing different questions as you plot your way around.
Ipswich (Purdis Heath) Golf Club
Top 100 Golf Courses in England
Course Highlights
- Top 100 Golf Courses in England
- James Braid design, 1927
- Long tradition of championship golf
- Strategic challenge and natural terrain
About Ipswich (Purdis Heath) Golf Club
The Purdis Heath course is consistently ranked among the Top 100 Golf Courses in England and is recognised for its strategic challenge, natural terrain and meticulous presentation. The club has a long tradition of championship golf and remains a celebrated venue in Suffolk.
Woodbridge Golf Club
The Heath course on Bromeswell Heath
Five minutes from the market town and its Georgian shops and pubs, Woodbridge's flagship 18 hole heathland course is known simply as the Heath. Measuring 6,299 yards from the medal tees it is not long, but the golf is truly engaging, with not a single poor hole on the course.
Woodbridge Golf Club
The Heath course on Bromeswell Heath
Course Highlights
- Reshaped by James Braid
- Bunkers rebuilt by Martin Hawtree in 2020
- The 14th, St Andrews Hill, a two tiered green
- The 15th, an elevated green ringed by six bunkers
About Woodbridge Golf Club
Founded in 1893 by Major Howey, who laid out six holes in front of his house before enlisting North Berwick professional Davie Grant to find better land. Bromeswell Heath was identified and the club moved to the heath. Mr Fryer redesigned the course in 1908 and James Braid reshaped it some twenty years later, with Fred W. Hawtree making further modifications. Martin Hawtree completed a bunker refurbishment in 2020.
Event Details
Format & Eligibility
Format
4BBB Stableford
85% Handicap Allowance
Max Handicap
Men 24 / Ladies 36
WHS or iGolf required
Open To
Men, Women & Mixed
Pairs, 18 years and above
Prize Eligibility
6 Competitions
In the 12 months preceding the event
From Our Golfers
What Past Attendees Say
Absolutely first class from start to finish. The courses were incredible, the hotel was spot on, and the format made it competitive but fun. Already booked for next year.
Played some courses I’d never have gotten on myself. The whole trip was organised perfectly, we just turned up and played. Can’t recommend HIO enough.
Great value for what you get. Three top courses, two nights in a cracking hotel, and a chance to win a trip to TPC Sawgrass. What’s not to like?
Your Trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Wednesday 25th August
Thorpeness Golf Club
Thursday 26th August
Ipswich (Purdis Heath) Golf Club
Friday 27th August
Woodbridge Golf Club and finale
Accommodation at Thorpeness
Rooms at the Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel can be added to your entry. The hotel sits on the Suffolk Heritage Coast next to the famous Thorpeness Meare, five minutes walk from the beach, and looks out over the golf course you play in round one.
Rates are dinner, bed and breakfast, per room per night. Twin or double £206, single £165. Tell us on your enquiry how many rooms and which nights you need and we will hold them with your tee time.
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Dinner, bed and breakfast. Fresh Suffolk breakfasts served in the restaurant overlooking the golf course.
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Twin or double, £206 per room per night. Single occupancy £165 per room per night.
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Spacious rooms. Private bathroom, TV, tea, coffee and biscuits, with many looking over the course or the gardens.
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Two bars on site. Light meals through the day and a range of award winning beers and wines.
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On the Heritage Coast. Next to Thorpeness Meare and five minutes walk from the beach.
Play for a Trip to TPC Sawgrass
The winning pair at every HIO event qualifies for the National Pairs Playoff Finals at a top UK venue. The leading Stableford scores plus the Nearest the Pin winner book their seats to Florida for the HIO Grand Final at TPC Sawgrass, all expenses paid.
The Ultimate Prize
TPC Sawgrass, Florida
Home of THE PLAYERS Championship
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Suffolk Salver 3-Day HIO Pairs 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all golfers will need to be a member. This can be purchased for just £10 for the year. This can be paid for pre-events or on the day of the event. The membership comes with great additional perks.
The event is open to all Men's, Women's and Mixed Pairs. You do not need to have scored a Hole in One to enter any of our events.
Max Handicap Men 24, Ladies 36 to 85% Allowance. You will need to have played 6 formal competitions in the 12 months preceding the event to be eligible for prizes.
The winning pair will qualify to play in the National Pairs Playoff Finals for an all expenses trip to the HIO-Club Grand Final at TPC Sawgrass. If the event has 6 or more Mixed/Women's Pairs we will offer a separate qualification section.
Yes, whenever possible we will send all scores back to your governing body via Golf Genius.
All players will receive a Digital Tournament Booklet approximately one month before the event date, detailing tee times, prizes and a full itinerary.
The playoff venue generally changes every year and is held in April/May the following season.
Our pairs champions will enjoy the trip of a lifetime the following year in September.
Email: graeme@hio-club.com
Telephone: 07590 426732
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