Open Golf Competitions 2025 at Bury Golf Club, Manchester

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June 2025
Gents 4-Person Team Open
14 June 2025 @ 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
£25
July 2025
4-Man Team Open - sponsored by Joseph Holt's Brewery
23 July 2025 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
£25
Gents 4BBB Stableford
26 July 2025 @ 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
£25
September 2025
Harry Vardon Trophy - Scratch Golf Open Competition
28 September 2025 @ 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Northern Order of Merit Qualifier. The Harry Vardon Scratch Trophy is scheduled to begin at 7am on Sunday, 28th September 2025. The format is Mens 36-Hole Singles Strokeplay. It is an open competition; visitors are welcomed to enter. The competition consists of 2 rounds over 1 day with play from the White tees.
£35
October 2025
Winter Open Golf Competition Series - Winter Order of Merit 1 of 5
30 October 2025 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Entry includes £5 restaurant voucher. Visitors' Rate = £25. Members' Rate = £15. Open to both men and women. The men will play from the Yellow tees. The ladies will play from the Red tees. This open competition is the first of our Winter Order of Merit 2025-26, which is a five-event series. Entry to […]
£25
November 2025
Winter Open Golf Competition Series - Winter Order of Merit 2 of 5
27 November 2025 @ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Entry includes £5 restaurant voucher. Visitors' Rate = £25. Members' Rate = £15. Open to both men and women. The men will play from the Yellow tees. The ladies will play from the Red tees. This open competition is the second of our Winter Order of Merit 2025-26, which is a five-event series. Entry to […]
£25
January 2026
Winter Open Golf Competition Series - Winter Order of Merit 3 of 5
29 January 2026 @ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Entry includes £5 restaurant voucher. Visitors' Rate = £25. Members' Rate = £15. Open to both men and women. The men will play from the Yellow tees. The ladies will play from the Red tees. This open competition is the first of our Winter Order of Merit 2025-26, which is a five-event series. Entry to […]
£25
February 2026
Winter Open Golf Competition Series - Winter Order of Merit 4 of 5
26 February 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Entry includes £5 restaurant voucher. Visitors' Rate = £25. Members' Rate = £15. Open to both men and women. The men will play from the Yellow tees. The ladies will play from the Red tees. This open competition is the fourth of our Winter Order of Merit 2025-26, which is a five-event series. Entry to […]
£25
March 2026
Winter Open Golf Competition Series - Winter Order of Merit 5 of 5
26 March 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Entry includes £5 restaurant voucher. Visitors' Rate = £25. Members' Rate = £15. Open to both men and women. The men will play from the Yellow tees. The ladies will play from the Red tees. This open competition is the fifth of our Winter Order of Merit 2025-26, which is a five-event series. Entry to […]
£25
April 2026
Gents Seniors Individual Open
15 April 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Enter the Gents Seniors Individual Open for a competitive senior Stableford at the club. Ideal if you want a proper open competition with a straightforward format and a full day of tee times. Date: 15 April 2026 Tee times: 8:00am to 3:00pm Format: Individual Stableford Handicap limit: 28 Age category: 55+ Entry fee: £25 Entries […]
£25
May 2026
Gents Senior Pairs Open
18 May 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Book the Gents Senior Pairs Open if you want a senior pairs event with a format that rewards teamwork and smart scoring. A strong option for regular partners looking for a well run open. Date: 18 May 2026 Tee times: 8:00am to 3:00pm Format: 4BBB Stableford Handicap limit: 28 Age category: 55+ Entry fee: £25 […]
£25
June 2026
Gents Team Open
28 June 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bury Golf Club Unsworth Hall, Blackford Bridge, Bury, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
This Gent's Team Open is a four-player Stableford, with the best two scores counting. Date: 28 June 2026 Tee times: 8:00am to 3:00pm Format: Team of 4 Stableford, best 2 scores Handicap limit: 28 Entry fee: £25 Entries close: 27 June 2026 Catering and bar are open, buggy and trolley hire is available, buggies are […]
£25

Open Golf Competitions at Bury Golf Club.

Looking for open golf competitions in Bury and the wider North West? This calendar lists our upcoming open competitions, including men's, ladies', seniors', mixed, scratch, and junior events. Choose an event below to view the format, entry fee, tee times and booking link.

Open competitions you can enter

We run a range of formats across the season, so you can pick the event that suits your game and your group:

Gents Opens: individual, pairs and team events
Senior Opens: age category events with full tee time windows
Ladies Opens: team and individual formats
Mixed Opens: team formats for mixed groups
Scratch Opens: low handicap, strokeplay competition dates
Junior Opens: events designed for younger golfers

Use the filters above the calendar to jump straight to your category.

Venue

All open competitions are hosted at Bury Golf Club in Bury, Greater Manchester, within easy reach of Manchester, Lancashire and the North West.

How to book

Find your event in the calendar list
Open the event page to confirm the entry details
Book online using the HowDidIDo link on the event page

Entries close before the competition date; the closing date is shown on each event page.

On the day

Our clubhouse will be open for food and drinks. Trolley and buggy hire is available; details and any cut-off times are listed on each individual competition page.

Help

If you need help with eligibility, booking, or tee times, call us on 0161 766 4897.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have open golf competitions near Bury for visitors from Manchester and Lancashire?
Yes. This page lists upcoming opens at Bury Golf Club, with tee times, entry fees, and booking links. It is designed for visitors across Greater Manchester, Lancashire and the wider North West England.

How do I book an open competition tee time?
Find the event in the list, open the event page to confirm the format and entry details, then use the booking link to book online via HowDidIDo.

When do entries close?
Entries close before the competition date. Each event page shows a specific closing date, so check that before you travel.

What types of open competitions do you run?
The calendar includes gents, seniors, ladies, mixed, scratch, and junior opens. Use the filters above the list to jump to the category you want.

Where can I see the format and handicap limit for each event?
Open the individual competition page from the list. The page shows the format, handicap limit (where applicable), tee times, and cost.

Can I enter as a pair or a team?
Yes, several opens are available for pairs and teams (as well as individual events). The event title and format on each competition page will confirm what you need to enter.

Is food available on the day?
Yes, the clubhouse is open for food and drinks during open competitions. If you are travelling in, it is sensible to plan around your tee time window.

Do you offer buggy or trolley hire for open competitions?
Yes. Buggy and trolley hire is available, and any cut-off times or booking instructions are listed on the individual competition pages.

Do you run winter open competitions?
Yes, the list includes winter open competition dates as part of the Winter Order of Merit series.

Who do I contact if I have a question about eligibility or booking?
If you need help with eligibility, booking, or tee times, call the club using the phone number shown on the page

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