WaterWorks Golf Centre is above par with RangeMark accreditation
Date Published: 16/07/2010
The WaterWorks Golf Centre, an 18 hole par three course located next to the stunning WaterWorks Nature Reserve in East London, has been nationally recognised by the English Golf Union, (EGU) English Women’s Golf Association (EWGA) and England Golf as a junior and beginner friendly facility.
RangeMark recognises the fundamental role golf ranges play in introducing adults and juniors to golf and providing a positive starting point for the game.
The WaterWorks Golf Centre is suitable for both beginners and those who wish to practice their short game andas a starter Centre for golf, is developing strong links for developing golfers at the 18-hole Lee Valley Golf Course in Leyton.
The WaterWorks Nature Reserve was once used for water purification but today forms a unique wildlife haven containing one of the largest bird hides in London. On site over 322 species of plants, 25 species of breeding birds and a quarter of all British butterflies have been recorded. This creates a stunning backdrop to the Golf Centre, with many nationally important birds flying directly over the course.
RangeMark Regional Development Officer, Steven Peet said: “I am delighted to be able to award the WaterWorks Golf Centre with the prestigious EGU/ EWGA RangeMark accreditation. The Centre provides opportunities for anyone to experience playing golf and be introduced to the game in an informal, fun and safe environment.”
The WaterWorks Golf Centre also delivers Tri and Extreme Golf to schools throughout the region.
Angie Oliva, Centre Manager at the WaterWorks Nature Reserve and Golf Centre said: “Achieving RangeMark accreditation gives a huge boost to our Golf Centre and highlights the opportunities we provide for children and young people in socially deprived areas to try their hand at golf.“
Waterworks Nature Reserve, Lammas Road, off Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7NU
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Notes to Editors
The WaterWorks Golf Centre is just one of the fantastic visitor attractions within the award-winning Lee Valley Regional Park, which stretches an incredible 26 miles along the leafy banks of the River Lee, from Ware in Hertfordshire, through Essex, to the Thames at East India Dock Basin. The Park’s 10,000 acres comprise a fantastic mix of heritage sites, nature reserves and open green spaces alongside world class sports facilities, attracting over four million visitors every year.
Lee Valley Regional Park is playing an active part in the London 2012 Games. The Lee Valley White Water Centre (just north of the M25, near Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire) and the VeloPark and Hockey and Tennis Centres in Olympic Park will be owned, managed and funded by Lee Valley Regional Park in legacy. They join our existing sports facilities which include Lee Valley’s Athletics Centre, Riding Centre and Ice Centre to create a chain of sporting excellence across the region.
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Michelle Rosenberg: 01992 709 830, (M) 07920 810 403, (E) mrosenberg@leevalleypark.org.uk