Helpful information for spectators around the staging of the 2022 Cazoo Open supported by Gareth Bale.
Tournament Format
*Date: *Thursday 4 – Sunday 7 August 2022
Format:
The tournament will be a 72-hole stroke play event.
The field will play one round on each of the first two days, after which the leading 65 players (and those who tie for 65th place) will go forward to the third and fourth rounds.
In the event of a tie for the first place there will be a hole-by-hole play-off.
Prize Presentation
The Prize Presentation will be held on the 18th green upon the conclusion of play on Sunday 7 August.
*Prize Money *
Prize fund Euro 1,750.000
R2D points 2,750
*Television Broadcast *
The CAZOO OPEN is beamed to over millions of homes around the world and will be broadcast live on SKY SPORTS.
GMT Time Local Time
World Feed World Feed
Thursday 4 July TBC TBC
Friday 5 July TBC TBC
Saturday 6 July TBC TBC
Sunday 7 July TBC TBC
Note: Difference GMT to Local Time TBC hrs
PGA European Tour – COVID-19 Spectator Code of Conduct
It is vitally important to us to protect the health and wellbeing of all players, staff, volunteers and spectators attending PGA European Tour events (the “DP World Tour”) and, as such, entry to all DP World Tour events will be subject to strict acceptance of and adherence to our COVID-19 spectator code of conduct (the “Code of Conduct”) and, if applicable, the latest Government guidance. More information can be found here.
*Masks & Social Distancing *
The wearing of masks and social distancing are not mandatory, but members of the public are welcome to do so if they wish. We ask that you are respectful of the choices of others in this matter.
Travel & Parking
Information on event parking, travel and accessibility can be found here.
Event Programme
The electronic programme phone App is available to download onsite free of charge by scanning the programme QR codes which will be located around the venue. The programme phone app is where you will find all the tournament information and updates, including live scores, the daily draws, course map, catering locations, full event schedule.
Contactless Payments
There will not be ATM’s onsite. This is a cashless event. Contactless payments accepted.
Tickets
Purchase your tickets prior to arrival here. The ticket office will also be located in Welcome Tent.
Hospitality
Hospitality tickets are not available at this event.
Welcome Tent
The Welcome Tent is the main entrance to the Championship. There will be free shuttles running a continuous loop from the public car park to the Welcome Tent. Within the Welcome Tent there will be the following facilities:
- Ticket Checking
- Ticket Sales
- Ticket Collection
Spectator's Etiquette
- Remain still for each shot and do not move until all the Players in the group have played or holed out.
- Kneel or sit down if you are in the front row. Consider other spectators when using an umbrella.
- Do not speak to the players while they are on the course.
- Please keep behind the ropes and barriers on the course and use the official crossing points.
- Walk, don’t run, and obey the course marshals – they are trying to make your day more enjoyable.
- There is no dress code in public areas.
- Dress accordingly for the weather conditions. Sensible shoes should be worn. No metal spikes allowed.
- Due to social distancing, spectators are prohibited from asking for player autographs.
- Please listen to any public address announcements and follow instructions from officials and volunteers should they be necessary.
Course
Spectators can move freely around the golf course but please stay outside the ropes. Controlled crossing points, which are clearly marked by signposts and manned by course Marshals, should be used when crossing fairways. *Social Distancing is actively encouraged at all times across the site. *
Evacuation Procedure
If it is necessary to evacuate the site, please follow the instructions of the course marshals, volunteers and event officials in an orderly fashion.
Marshals
Chief Marshal and his team will be managing the CAZOO Open volunteer programme. The Marshals are extremely influential in helping to ensure that play runs smoothly.
The purpose of a Marshal is to ensure that the competitors are able to compete under the best conditions.
Many of the marshals have volunteered at a number of other golf events across the country and have a good understanding of the appropriate golfing etiquette.
*Merchandise *
There will not be a shop onsite. Official European Tour Merchandise can be purchased via the website: www.shop.europeantour.com.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
No picnics / picnic hampers allowed.
Alcoholic beverages are also not permitted to be brought into the venue.
*Public Catering & On-Course Catering Hamlets *
There are public catering hamlets serving a variety of food and drink.
Championship Tented Village area beside 18th Green
On course, left of the 12th Green area
On-Course Toilet Facilities
At above catering hamlets.
Grandstands / Viewing Deck
There are no grandstands at this event. However, there is a viewing deck located at the 17th Green.
*Leaderboards *
Leaderboards are located on holes:
Green 5/Tee 6/Green 13/14 Tee
Green 12,
Green 14/Green 10/Tee 11
Green 16, 17 and 18
*Inclement Weather *
Observe the leaderboards and big screens throughout the golf course for weather warning signs that will appear prior to inclement weather moving into the area. Spectators are advised to take precautions PRIOR to play being suspended. If the siren sounds, seek shelter immediately, avoiding the following:
Open areas
Hilltops or high places
Isolated trees
Golf buggies
Wire fences
The Use of Mobile Phones
The use of mobile phones is permitted but restricted to dedicated areas only, where event signage will refer to them as “mobile phone zones”. Only in these dedicated areas can calls be made or received, however phones must remain on silent at all times.
The use of any cameras, computers and other electronic equipment at the Tournament Thursday 22 to Sunday 25 is not permitted other than with the proper accreditation. Cameras are allowed during the Pro Am on Wednesday.
Making or distributing broadcasts, commentary, news reports, data, results or statistics by any means in any format or media including any such by mobile phone or other wireless device is not permitted.
Cameras - Cameras are permitted ONLY on Pro Am Day – 21 Wednesday. Cameras are NOT permitted on Match Days – Thursday 22, Friday 23 , Saturday 24 and Sunday 25. Although mobile phones are permitted on all five days of the event, the use of the camera facility is as per the above.
*Bookmaker *
There are no bookmaker facilities on site.
ACCESSIBILITY
Personal Assistants
If you need a personal assistant to attend the event with you, the DP World Tour offers a complimentary carer ticket to customers with disability who have purchased a ticket. To request a carers ticket please email: ticketing@europeantourgroup.com
Proof of eligibility is required.
Wheelchairs and other motorised chairs are allowed on the tournament grounds.
Golf carts and other motorised vehicles are not permitted during the tournament week.
*Are wheelchairs allowed on site at the Championship? *
Event Mobility will not be in attendance at this tournament.
Wheelchairs and other motorised chairs are allowed
on the tournament grounds should you like to bring them.
Golf carts and other motorised vehicles will not be
available to rent or use during the tournament week.
The course itself has tarmac paths around the entire course and accessible for wheelchair users.
A dedicated roped off, wheelchair viewing area, will be positioned at the front of the 18th and beside the 1st tee.
Disabled toilet facilities are located at the public catering areas by the 18.
ACCESSIBLE PARKING
Designated parking for Blue Badge holders is located at the front of Car park 2 and there are wheelchair accessible shuttles to the course. Wheelchair users will need to contact Ticketing@europeantourgroup.com in order to make arrangements in advance and gain admission to site.
*Is there a Public Crèche? *
There will not be a crèche at this event.
There is a baby changing facility within the disabled toilet at the public catering areas by the 18th.
Can I bring a child’s buggy/pushchair?
Yes you can. However please be aware of uneven terrain.
Children should always be accompanied by an adult.
The ground is uneven and particularly under wet conditions the ground may become slippery therefore appropriate footwear should be worn to avoid injury.
Are dogs permitted to the course?
Dogs are not permitted on the course with the exception of trained assistance guide dogs, and we respectfully suggest that you do not leave your pet in the car.
*Familiarise yourself with the location of First Aid stations and refreshment areas. *
On entry to the venue look for map board, this will help you find exits, key facilities and provide other key information.
Medical First Aid
Full medical and first aid facility is located within the Championship Village. Should you require medical assistance whilst out on course, please ask a marshal or event official who can radio for assistance.
*Lost Property *
Lost property that has been found can be handed in to the nearest marshal, volunteer or event official and during the day lost items can be found in the Information tent. All items will be delivered to the Championship Office at the end of each day.
The Championship Office is located down the hill from the Clubhouse, opposite car park 3.
Left Luggage
There will not be a left luggage facility at this tournament.
Can I bring a bag / rucksack?
Bags and rucksacks are permitted at the Championship and there are no restrictions on size. For your safety, security bag searches may be in operation on entry.
