How reciprocal play works
How members of one private club arrange a round at another, who makes the call, and what to expect on the day.
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How private golf works
Member-guest etiquette
How to be a good guest at a private club: invitations, dress, pace, caddies, paying and saying thank you.
ReadWhat initiation fees cover
What an initiation fee buys at equity, national and invitation-only clubs, and the costs that sit on top of annual dues.
ReadRefundable vs equity memberships
What refundable initiation, equity shares and non-refundable joining fees each mean for your money when you join and when you leave.
ReadWhat a capital assessment is
Why clubs levy capital assessments, how large they tend to be, and how to check a club's assessment history before you join.
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