I won’t delve into the frequently encountered challenges that golf clubs face in maintaining their bunkers.
Instead, I’ll highlight two common obstacles: the ongoing battle with contaminated sand and the “beauty” of erosion that shapes the faces and edges.
Do you also encounter these challenges?
The great news is that Weybrook Park Golf Club has embraced the significance of bunker quality, understanding its impact on the overall golf experience, customer satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness.
They have actively listened to the feedback from their guests and club members about bunker conditions, reflecting a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Luke Kenney, course manager at Weybrook Park Golf Club, added:
“In addition to contamination, the wind moved the sand around, and with 800 members, the footfall through bunkers made it very hard to maintain consistent playing conditions.
Add in poor drainage and regular sand washout in heavy rain, and the bunkers were a real headache for the greenkeeping team and the club.”
Weybrook Golf Club selected EcoBunker’s fully sealed bunker solution, which would address the issues faced at the club.
They are engaged in an ongoing environmental battle stemming from a chalk-based site, an open landscape, and a menagerie of burrowing animals.
As part of the solution, EcoBunker’s EcoTec bunker liner – 14-year guarantee – was implemented, creating a sealed, single-piece bunker unit.
Every bunker now benefits from the strength and reliability of a seamless protective layer, setting a new standard of excellence.
With the completion of the first 22 greenside bunkers on the back nine of its West course, the team at Weybrook Golf Club is gearing up for the next exciting phases of the project.
Their goal is to finish all bunkers on the West course within the next three years, ensuring an enhanced experience for all golfers.