THE CLUB STORY
WGC BURY IS BUILT ON HISTORY, AND REINVENTED FOR TODAY
Historic Foundations
Founded in 1906, WGC Bury carries over a century of heritage — shaped by time, community and the natural beauty of Walmersley’s heathland setting.
Modern Club Life
More than a course, WGC is now a lifestyle club — blending premium hospitality, flexible membership and a warm, inclusive spirit.
Independently Run
WGC Bury remains a privately run club — personal, passionate, and committed to delivering exceptional golf and a true sense of belonging.
OUR JOURNEY
A Legacy of Golf and Community
1906
The Club Begins
Walmersley Golf Club was founded in 1906, when demand for the game exceeded the facilities available at Bury Golf Club in Redvales. Land was selected across several farms, forming the foundations of the course we know today, with early holes laid out across what are now key parts of the front and back nine.
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Growth and Development
The club flourished over the following decades, developing both the course and clubhouse. Originally known as an “excellent nine holes,” the course was shaped and maintained largely by members themselves, who also constructed the original access road — laying the foundations for the club’s strong community spirit.
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1995
Expanding to 18 Holes
As the club grew, additional land was acquired at Broomses Farm, allowing for expansion. A full 18-hole course opened in 1995, with further development in the late 1990s leading to the extended par 71 layout opening in 2009.
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20th Century
Golf & Beyond
Walmersley remains a proudly member-run club, with a strong history in regional golf. Known as Bury’s hidden gem, it continues to offer a welcoming environment where members play an active role in its ongoing development.
Join WGC Bury2026
Club With History. Future With Vision.
Join WGC Bury“WGC Bury is more than a club — it’s a legacy we’re proud to carry forward. We’ve reimagined what a golf club can be, without losing sight of what’s always made this place special: the people, the setting, and the sense of belonging you feel the moment you arrive.”
