Hunley Golf Club unveils state-of-the-art sustainable driving range

Driving range upgraded using sustainably produced sand supplied by recycling specialists Scott Bros

 

GOLFERS at Hunley Golf Club near Saltburn-by-the-Sea can now perfect their swing in all weathers thanks to the launch of a state-of-the-art outdoor driving range – created using 1,500 tonnes of sustainably produced sand supplied by Teesside recycling specialists Scott Bros.

The upgraded and redesigned facility, which replaces a previous range that had suffered from poor drainage and could only be used for eight to 10 months of the year, significantly improves playability and aesthetics. Requiring largescale earthworks, it has been reshaped to include mounding that channels surface water into drainage gulleys, enabling year-round use.

The recycled sand was processed at Scott Bros’ £6 million wash plant in South Bank, Middlesbrough, one of the UK’s largest ‘urban quarries’ which transforms construction and excavation waste into high-quality British Standard-certificated sand and aggregate. As well as being environmentally friendly, Scott Bros say it is more cost-effective than quarried alternatives, helping Hunley deliver the project within budget.

Greg Fitzmaurice, general manager and course manager at Hunley Golf Club, said: ‘Scott Bros’ recycled sand helped us create a high-quality driving range with excellent drainage, while reducing our ecological impact and staying within budget.’

Peter Scott, a director at Haverton Hill-based Scott Bros, said: ‘Hunley is not only one of the North East’s most scenic courses, but also one of the most forward-thinking. By using our recycled sand, it’s reducing reliance on finite natural resources and supporting a more sustainable future for the sport.’

Fellow Scott Bros director Bob Borthwick added: ‘It’s rewarding to see our investment in sustainable technology helping enhance such a prestigious facility. Golf clubs like Hunley are proving that top-quality development and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.’

For the past two years, Scott Bros have supplied their recycled sand to Teesside Golf Club, at Thornaby, while last year Seaton Carew Golf Club also began using the product for top dressing on tee boxes, fairways, and approaches – improving  drainage, turf health, and surface firmness.