COVID-19 Archived Resources

View past resources and guidance from The PGA, golf's governing bodies and the government regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note that some of this content may be out of date and has been updated on the Resource Hub.

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UK Government Financial Support

View the latest information about financial support from the UK government during the COVID-19 pandemic.

POSTPONED - The Job Support Scheme

UK government announces additional financial support measures

Government support for businesses

Furlough commission payments and the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

Prepare to make Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) claim

General advice and guidance

View advice and guidance from The PGA and golf's governing bodies.

COVID 19 Golf Industry Guidelines (March 12)

Grass roots golf plays on offering fresh air and exercise (March 17)

Guidance on COVID-19 and coaching (March 18)

PGA in England

Archived resources for Members based in England.

UPDATE - Coaching juniors during the summer holidays

UPDATE - Pro-Ams and Golf Club Open Events (July 15)

UPDATE - 2020 PGA Tournament Activity (July 14)

A framework for playing golf (July 13)

https://www.pga.info/media/2982/a-framework-for-playing-golf-13-july-2020.pdf

An update on PGA tournament activity (July 3)

Statement - Catering facilities in England (June 24)

Statement - Fourball golf can resume in England from Monday (June 1)

Statement - clarification on club fitting and driving ranges in England (May 18)

Statement on Coaching and Retail (May 14)

Response to the UK Government's recovery strategy (May 11)

Response from UK golf bodies to Prime Minister’s announcement (May 10)

England Golf Statement (March 23)

PGA in Scotland

Archived resources for Members based in Scotland.

Updated COVID-19 Guidance (November 11)

https://scottishgolf.org/updated-covid-19-guidance-now-available/

Grants for golf clubs in Scotland (October 31)

https://scottishgolf.org/october-30th-covid-19-update/

COVID-19 financial support available (October 26)

https://email-pga.org.uk/t/4RU1-F3CS-747D4452C441CE33QJG8IC372B1D93144EEF6/cr.aspx

New restrictions for golf clubs in Scotland (October 9)

https://email-pga.org.uk/t/4RU1-ESQO-4B7EBDC1797903CFP9CCBE0112AD5A9D46A31/cr.aspx

Information for Clubs Following New Restrictions (October 8)

https://scottishgolf.org/information-for-clubs-following-new-restrictions/

Information for clubs following new restrictions in Scotland

https://scottishgolf.org/information-for-clubs-following-new-restrictions/

Scottish Golf update (August 21)

Phase 3 guidance for golf clubs and golfers in Scotland

Phase 3 guidance email (July 10)

Updated Phase 2 Guidance for Golf Clubs and Golfers in Scotland (July 2)

Guidance for the safe return of golf in Scotland during Phase 2

Golf and the Government’s relaxing of lockdown restrictions (June 19)

Statement as Scotland moves into 'Phase 2' out of lockdown (June 18)

Statement on the planned re-opening of golf in Scotland (May 21)

Golf now included in Government’s relaxing of lockdown restrictions

Scottish Golf Statement (May 18)

Scottish Golf statement (May 11)

Scottish Golf statement (May 8)

Scottish Golf Statement (March 25)

Scottish Golf Statement (March 23)

PGA in Wales

Archived resources for Members based in Wales.

Wales set for circuit-breaker lockdown (October 20)

Lockdown restrictions in the Caerphilly County Borough Council area (September 8)

Changes to number of households who can meet (August 14)

Golf in Wales returning to new normal (July 13)

Golf in Wales following the Welsh Government announcement (May 29)

The PGA & Wales Golf statement regarding retail and coaching (May 15)

Latest guidance from Welsh Government on golf re-starting in Wales

Wales Golf Statement (May 12)

Wales Golf Statement (March 24)

PGA in Ireland - Southern branch

Archived resources for Members based in the Republic of Ireland.

Golfing Union of Ireland Statement (March 24)

PGA in Ireland - Northern branch

Archived resources for Members based in Northern Ireland.

Golfing Union of Ireland Statement (March 24)

PGA Member Communication

View previous Member communcations from The PGA.

Email update (May 11)

PGA Connect newsletter (May 6)

PGA Connect newsletter (April 30)

Email update - Planning for when golf re-opens (April 29)

PGA Connect newsletter (April 2)

Email update (March 27)

PGA Connect newsletter (March 25)

Email update (March 24)

Email update (March 20)

PGA Connect newsletter (March 18)

Email update (March 17)

Email update (March 12)

Operational guidance for the future phased re-opening of golf

The PGA has led the development of a coordinated opening plan with support from BGIA, BIGGA, Foremost, GCMA, TGI Golf Partnership, UK Golf Federation and The R&A with a view to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of golfers and members of staff alike. These guidelines also represent part of the overall document that we have submitted to Government to present a case for golf to open. As time moves on and Government guidelines and advice change, we will adapt these guidelines accordingly and forward to you.

COVID-19 guidance on the rules of golf (June 29)

The R&A and USGA have moved to clarify whether a competition being run using temporary measures to help minimise exposing players to COVID-19 is being “played under the Rules of Golf”.

Keeping workers and customers safe in restaurants, pubs, bars and takeaway services

COVID-19 secure guidance for employers, employees and the selfemployed.

PGA Statement on re-opening of Retail

The UK Government has set out their timeline for retail to reopen in June. This announcement means pro-shops in England can re-open for retail services from the 15th June.

Guidelines for golf facilities

This document contains operational guidance for professional staff engaged in the management of golf courses, clubs and driving ranges that may be adopted when government COVID-19 restrictions permit the re-opening of golf facilities.

Guidelines for playing golf

This document, created by The R&A and supported by The PGA, contains Guidance on playing golf in the UK under Covid 19 restrictions when it is deemed safe for golf to open.

Working safely during the Coronavirus

Guidance to help employers, employees and the self-employed understand how to work safely during the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 Golf Club Survey

As part of the phased reopening of golf, PGA Partners' the 59 Club carried out a survey with Members. This formed the basis of the 'Post lockdown trends and survey results' PGA Live webinar.

Is your business ready to reopen?

Use the Smarter Business checklist to ensure compliance before opening your doors.