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Why don’t we recycle any trees we fell or branches etc we lop off?
Where we can we leave the wood to decay naturally, but where we can’t we try to stockpile wood and this is available to members should they wish to take it. Contact the Course manager if you are interested.
Why do greenkeepers burn the waste from woodland management on the course?
Waste wood is burnt in 2 areas; close to the sixth tee and on the far side of the driving range. Where we can we leave the wood and leaves in situ to decay naturally. Where we can’t do this we either chip, remove and stockpile or burn depending on conditions.
Are there any trees on the course with a tree preservation order (TPO) on them?
No, there are not.There is sometimes a need to fell or prune trees which are rooted on the Tichborne Estate land and are impacting parts of the course, including tees or greens. In this instance we always consult with the Estate about the work that is required and have not had a refusal to perform…
Do trees get damaged when they are hit by golf balls/clubs?
Young trees and saplings will damage easily if struck by a ball as the bark is much thinner. If you look at the bark you will often see it is broken/damaged on the side facing the direction of play and this will still show on older mature trees. The side facing the green by comparison…
What criteria do the Greens committee use when deciding which trees to remove or prune?
There are many reasons why a tree may need to be removed or pruned, and in every case it is done for the long term benefit of the course. The grass on tees, fairways and greens requires light, air, water and nutrients to survive and trees will compete for these resources usually to the detriment…
Why are so many trees being cut down, trimmed or thinned out every year?
In the past there has been a policy of planting large numbers of saplings with a view to thinning them out once the best specimens had become established (See FAQ in this section about trees cut down in the past.) However, this has not always been prioritised as part of the maintenance programme. As part…
Is it true that Alresford Golf Club have cut down many trees in the past in order to create the tees/greens and fairways?
Over the last 30 years or so, the course has undergone a number of significant changes and redesigns. Firstly, when land was taken to build the bypass, and again when the course was increased from 9 holes to 12 and then again to 18. During these changes a large number of trees were removed, particularly…
