Posted on 29th Apr
Following acquisition in 2024 that prevented Newark Golf Club from entering administration, its new
owners, Stellar Asset Management, have invested millions of pounds into the club.
There have been improvements to the course; renovation of the clubhouse, shop, and changing areas; plus the installation of a full trackman grass driving range and simulator room.
Now Newark is working with sustainable bunker experts EcoBunker to ensure that the course’s hazards meet the standards of the rest of the venue.
“For golf, food or private events Newark is unrecognisable from two years ago,” said group general
manager Molly Pavey. “Members and visitors love the course and the facilities, but the bunkers are the
last thing that needed an upgrade to deliver the overall experience that we want to provide.
“As with every investment, we wanted to be sure that the owners got great value, golfers got a fantastic playing experience, and that we’re securing the best possible solution for many years to come, so we spoke to EcoBunker.”
Based in South Wales, EcoBunker are innovators of synthetic bunker edge technology. Using layered
synthetic turf tiles, Ecobunker technology creates a long term, sustainable bunker edge that reduces the
need for bunker maintenance and protects the bunkers from sand contamination and erosion.
Molly added: “EcoBunker is simple to install, so after brief training the on-site team is in the process of
renovating all of the bunkers on the front nine. We plan to complete the programme over the next 12 months, meaning that very soon we will see cost savings and course improvements that will last for years.”
