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Manchester Golf Academy & Range

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Manchester Golf Academy & Range

Our three year development project was completed in 2023 with the opening of The Manchester Golf Academy, featuring a 350-yard driving range (with undercover and on-grass bays plus Trackman Range Technology), short game area with 575m2 green and teaching studio. Designed by a renowned Harry Colt Specialist, the Academy is available to members of all categories. See how to use the facilities below. Booking is required to use the Range using the link below – log-in is required with usernames available from the office.

Range Gallery

Trackman Range At Hopwood

Academy Memberships

A strictly limited number of places are available for people wishing to join our club as an Academy Member. As well as having the opportunity to practice on outstanding facilities, members receive discounts on green fees, drinks and food, along with access to the superb House of Golf operation.

Academy

Whether you are new to golf or enjoy honing your game on the range, this membership option is a great choice. With year-round access to the range, short game area and putting green by the clubhouse (weather permitting).

Academy Plus

For those who really love their practice, this is the perfect membership option. Your annual fee includes all the benefits of Academy Membership plus free House of Golf lessons and the option to book one round of off peak golf a month at the County Card rate.

Academy VIP

This Membership entitles you to all the benefits of Academy membership PLUS additional free range balls, one round of off-peak golf for one golfer each month and the ability to introduce guests at the member green fee rate.

Range Ball Hire

Balls are dispensed at the Range, you can pay using contactless payment methods or your range card, available from the office. Please load ball credits on your range card in the clubhouse to receive a discount on range balls. The range is not available to non-members other than golfers who have paid a green fee or have a lesson with the House of Golf team.

Ball Prices with Members' Range Card

Amount
No. of Credits
Number of Balls
Cost per Ball
£30
14
350
8.6p
£60
32
800
7.5p
£90
50
1250
7.2p
£120
70
1750
6.9p

Ball Prices at the Range with Contactless Payment

Cost
Number of Balls
Cost Per Ball
£12.00
100
12.0p
£9.50
75
13.0p
£7.50
50
15.0p
£4.00
25
16.0p
Download Range Policy At Hopwood

Using the Manchester Academy, Range & Short Game Area

Range Booking & Balls

To use the range simply book a bay using the online booking system – user names are available from the office. Each member can book up to 3 twenty minute slots each day on a first-come, first served basis. The system shows which indoor and outdoor bays are available each day.

Balls are dispensed at the Range, you can pay using contactless payment methods or your range card, available from the office. Please load ball credits on your range card in the clubhouse to receive a discount on range balls.

The range is not available to non-members other than golfers who have paid a green fee or have a lesson with the House of Golf team.

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Using Trackman

The Range is fitted with Trackman Range technology. With this installed we can members with the ultimate practice experience and significantly improve the available coaching facilities. Members are able to:

  • Play computerised courses including Hopwood and other championship links from around the world
  • See the flight and distance of their shots in poor light conditions—without the need for floodlights
  • Track their statistics and improvements with a free to use smartphone app
  • Take part in golf games and challenges—either individually or with others
  • Play in range competitions and events

Short Game Area

The Short Game Area (including green and bunkers) is available for members to practice using their own balls. Members are requested to use the facilities fairly and allow time for others. Please choose an available space and practice with care – ensuring at all times that no-one else is inconvenience or in danger of being hit by your clubs or balls you hit. Always rake the bunkers and repair any pitch marks after use. 

Please Take Care

Care The Range and Short Game area are not supervised by staff members. All members and guests must take care when using the facilities. Please note that:

  • Vehicles are parked at your own risk
  • You must alert others of any stray shots using the shout of fore
  • Juniors must be supervised and share your bay
  • Range guidance notes and signage must be adhered to at all times