Ben Paylor-Jones PGA

Golf Operations Manager @whittingtonheath Member & Guest Experience | Society & Corporate Golf

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Closing out the back nine. Simply stunning under the evening summer sun.

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The 12th from two angles, soon to be glowing with purple heather again.

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In 1927, Harry S. Colt remodelled our course, transforming our original routing into eighteen holes using the natural heathland terrain. His brilliant design and strategic bunkering remain largely intact today, offering a taste of historic golf in the Midlands.

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Measuring just 139 yards, our eleventh is our shortest par three on the course. Yet, it remains quite formidable. Here is every angle.

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Our winter work to seamlessly blend the opening five holes with the rest of our timeless design has been a success. All eighteen holes are back open and ready for you to enjoy, after winter work led by Frank Pont.

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Since 1702, our land has evolved from a racecourse to our club founded in 1886. Through H.S. Colt’s 1927 design and our recent changes with HS2, we remain immensely proud of our heritage.

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Our second Clubhouse was what is now called the Whittington Arms. Club records show the bar was under strict orders to never let the whiskey supply drop below three cases.

Proof that golfers have always had their priorities in order.

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Immaculate winter golf is a credit to Adam and the team’s work through the cold, wet months.

Their dedication keeps the fairways remarkably dry year-round, reinforcing our reputation as one of the country’s finest inland winter courses.

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Starting our back nine with a strong 405-yard par 4.

Strategy off the tee is everything. Do you lay back short of the bunkers, or try to thread the needle between them?

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Honoured to be elected Staffordshire PGA Captain for 2026, with Whittington Heath GC celebrating its 140th anniversary.

Excited to work with the Staffs committee to deliver a strong 12-month programme!

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Whilst our heather is out of season it remains a stunning challenge throughout our course.

Don't believe us? See it for yourself.

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Our signature 7th hole heading back towards the clubhouse.

Perfect for a short winter loop across both old and new holes.

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A huge shoutout to Adam and the entire team for their dedication in balancing ongoing bunker improvement works while still maintaining exceptional playing conditions throughout the winter months. Their commitment ensures that our course remains in top shape year-round.

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Downhill from the tee, but don't under-club short isn’t the place to be on our 4th. You can see why…

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No need to putt everything out. A few gimmes keep things quick and friendly - it's Christmas, after all.

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Our Golf Operations Manager Ben on his favourite hole, our 12th.

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The ideal drive on the 14th hole should challenge the cleverly placed bunker to the right of the fairway to open up the best angle to attack the green.

Classic risk reward strategy from Harry Colt.

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The new 18th green sits beside the old 1st green - a nod to the original design whilst finishing in front of our brand new clubhouse.

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While several new holes have been constructed over the past five years, some like the 12th have remained untouched. A testament to the enduring quality of their original design.