Using Cash at PRGC After We Go Cashless

PRGC is moving to a cashless clubhouse, but we still want to support members and visitors who prefer to use cash. To do this, we’ve introduced the PRGC Cash Conversion Account.

How It Works

• You can load cash into your PRGC account in £100 blocks.
• We convert your cash into a digital balance you can spend at the bar, kitchen, or shop.
• There is no fee for using this service.

Identification (Phase 1)

• Members show their digital membership card.
• Non‑members show photo ID.
• This is required because no stored‑value cards are issued yet.

Topping Up

• Bring cash to the bar or reception.
• You can top up in £100 increments (£100, £200, £300, etc.).
• You will be asked to sign a receipt for each top‑up.
• We keep the signed receipt for audit and security.

Making Purchases

• Show your digital membership card or photo ID.
• Purchases are deducted from your digital balance.

If You Leave PRGC

• Any remaining balance will be refunded by BACs, as long as your account is in good order.

Phase 2 – Stored‑Value Cards Coming Soon

• When cards are issued, all this manual admin disappears.
• Your balance will transfer automatically to your new card.

Submitting Away General Play Scores – What You Need to Do

If you’re playing a round at another golf club and want it to count towards your WHS handicap, there are just a couple of simple steps to follow. These steps come directly from England Golf and help make sure every score is treated fairly and consistently.

1. Before you tee off – pre‑register your round

England Golf requires all golfers to pre‑register their General Play round at the course where they are playing.

You can do this by:

• Using the MyEG app (the app will confirm you’re at the away course using GPS), or
• Asking the pro shop or reception at the away club to register the round for you.

Pre‑registration is essential because it confirms the round is being played under the correct conditions and protects the integrity of the handicap system.

2. Play your round with an attester

Your score must be attested, but the rules are now more flexible:

Your attester does not need to have a WHS handicap.
They simply need to have played with you and be able to confirm your score is correct.

This can be:

• A golfer with or without a handicap
• A friend or family member
• A member of the host club
• Anyone who played the round with you and can verify the score

3. After the round – return your score

You can return your score in one of these ways:

• Enter it directly in the MyEG app, or
• Ask the away club to enter it into their system.

If the away club cannot enter it, you may bring the card back to PRGC and we can enter it manually — but only if the round was pre‑registered correctly.

Why pre‑registration matters

England Golf’s guidance is very clear:

“All golfers must pre‑register their intent to submit a General Play score before they start their round.”

If a round isn’t pre‑registered at the away course, we are not allowed to accept the card for handicap purposes.

In summary

To make sure your away scores count:

1. Pre‑register at the away course
2. Play with an attester (they do not need a handicap)
3. Submit your score via MyEG or the host club
4. If needed, bring the card to PRGC for manual entry (only if pre‑registered)

Cashless Clubhouse – Member Announcement

We are moving towards a cashless environment in the clubhouse, and will phase this in gradually over the next few weeks to ensure there is no inconvenience to members.

The transition begins now and will be fully in place by 31 May.

Where cash will still be accepted - exact payment for

• Membership payments
• Function payments

We will also maintain a supply of £1 coins on site so that members can continue to enter competitions without difficulty.

Why we are making this change

• Improved security — A cashless environment reduces risk and creates a safer workplace for staff.
• Faster service — No more counting change or “I’ve only got a £20 note” moments. Contactless payments take seconds and keep queues moving.
• Better customer experience — Less waiting time means smoother service for everyone.
• Simpler for staff — Reduces manual handling, reconciliation, and end‑of‑day cashing up.

Support for members who may need help

If any member does not have a debit card or may find this transition challenging, please contact us and we will ensure appropriate support is provided.

What we ask from members

Please bring your debit card with you whenever you visit the clubhouse. Thank you for helping us improve the service we provide.

Please note below the outline calendar from July to December 2026.

A question was recently raised regarding "Hole Not played, Penalty Scores, Abandoned Competitions"

Please click here for England Golf guidance.

And a massive thank you to everyone who asks a question - this has gone into our FAQ section on the website as a time saver.

Hillman Trophy Update

After a tough away draw in the Hillman Trophy against an experienced Sonning team in glorious sunshine, the home team eventually prevailed, as is usually the way in this competition.

Despite a dramatic start to the day, having survived hitting a deer on the A404 and arriving in Reading just in time to tee off, Ewan and Tom both rose admirably to the occasion. Tom secured a draw and Ewan was the only away winner on the day, fantastic golf lads and you should both be very proud.

Not so much luck for the rest of the team, who battled to the end. We will now be entered into the Hillman Plate competition.

Well done all for representing the club.

Cheers

Phil

Phil Sloan

PRGC Hillman Captain 26

M: 07768 596487