GOLF clubs in and around Chester are backing a new four-pronged campaign aimed at bringing more people into the sport.
Under the banner of Go4Green, the project will offer a wide range of routes into golf, with the aim of making it “less intimidating”.
The first clubs to sign up for the scheme include Tytherington, Mere, Helsby, Adlington, Leasowe, Upton by Chester, Hartford, Bromborough, Mottram Hall and Moreton Hills driving range on Wirral.
Craig Thomas, county development officer for the Cheshire County Golf Partnership, said: “We hope that anyone interested in taking up golf will find something to appeal to them from one of the courses.
“The benefits of playing golf and becoming involved in a golf club include the sporting challenge, the chance to meet like-minded people in an enjoyable social atmosphere and the obvious health benefits of regular exercise in the fresh air.
“Each of the schemes offers something different.”
Golf4Women gives ladies the chance to try golf alongside other ladies in the same position as newcomers to the sport.
Couples4Golf allows couples to start something new together, while Golf4All caters for those over the age of 18 of all abilities. And Fit4Golf is aimed at those
who want a healthier lifestyle
“These schemes support the overall aim of making golf as accessible as possible to people of all ages and abilities,” Mr Thomas added.
All those taking part in the schemes, which run over the summer, will receive a free golf club courtesy of leading equipment manufacturers Wilson.