Renovation complete at award-winning golf club
Williamsburg, VA (June 29, 2017) – The Gold Course at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club officially opens July 1 following a complete renovation of all greens, fairways, roughs, and bunkers.
The Gold Course now features Northbridge Bermuda turfgrass on the fairways and surrounding roughs, and 007 Bentgrass on the greens. The bunkers were rebuilt using the “Better Billy Bunker” construction technique to improve the drainage, look, and playability. Other upgrades include the addition of nine forward tees, re-leveling all remaining tees, reconstruction of four green complexes (Nos. 2, 6, 12, and 18), and resurfacing of all remaining greens. The practice putting green was substantially expanded and the practice range added new a new short game “target greens” practice area.
These improvements exhibit Colonial Williamsburg’s significant commitment to the iconic golf course, ensuring the Golden Horseshoe remains one of the top golf resort destinations in the nation.
“Colonial Williamsburg’s board of trustees made a major investment in the Gold Course renovation,” said Mitchell B. Reiss, Colonial Williamsburg president and CEO, at a special sneak preview event. “As stewards for this precious asset, we proudly offer it as part of the premier resort experience today’s travelers demand.”
The renovation of Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s original 1963 design was directed by his son, golf course architect Rees Jones, known as the “Open Doctor” for his expert renovations of many U.S. Open courses, and Greg Muirhead of Rees Jones Inc. Golf Course Design.
Colonial Williamsburg commemorates the re-opening with the new Golden Experience Package. Rates start at $179 per person, per night and include greens fee and nightly accommodations at one of the official Colonial Williamsburg Hotels- the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge, Griffin Hotel, Colonial Houses, and Williamsburg Woodlands.
Guests enjoy exclusive benefits as a guest at one of Colonial Williamsburg’s unique hotel properties: one round of golf per person, per nightly stay; PING rental clubs, if needed; golf cart; practice balls; a personalized bag tag; and a limited-edition Golden Horseshoe ball marker.
When Jones Sr. opened the Gold 54 years ago, he called it his finest design and “a natural arboretum upon which a great golf course has been built.” Through the years, the Gold Course has been recognized with numerous awards of excellence from players and golf media. It has hosted multiple USGA championships in addition to the 2007 NCAA Men’s Golf Championship. It currently ranks number 79 on Golf Digest’s list of America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses.
The Golden Horseshoe Golf Club offers guests three distinctively different playing experiences: The Gold Course, The Green Course (designed by Rees Jones), and the 9-hole Spotswood short course.
For reservations or further information call 800/648-6653 or access www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/golf.
The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation preserves, restores and operates Virginia’s 18th-century capital of Williamsburg. Innovative and interactive experiences highlight the relevance of the American Revolution to contemporary life and the importance of an informed, active citizenry. The Colonial Williamsburg experience includes more than 500 restored or reconstructed original buildings, renowned museums of decorative arts and folk art, extensive educational outreach programs for students and teachers, lodging, culinary options from historic taverns to casual or elegant dining, the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club featuring 45 holes designed by Robert Trent Jones and his son Rees Jones, a full-service spa and fitness center, pools, retail stores and gardens. Philanthropic support and revenue from admissions, products and hospitality operations sustain Colonial Williamsburg’s educational programs and preservation initiatives.
Contact:
Karen Moraghan
Hunter Public Relations
908/963-6013
kmoraghan@hunter-pr.com
