Guest Information
Welcome to the Country Club of York. We are proud to be Central Pennsylvania’s only Donald Ross designed course that dates back to 1926. We benefit from the course’s classical layout which rolls through the hills of York providing unique views of the surrounding farmlands. We strive to preserve the traditions and history which distinguish our Club.
A few points to be aware of:
Changing shoes
Please use the locker rooms to change shoes and clothing, as the parking lot is not an acceptable alternative. Lockers will be provided to all members and guests. Our locker room attendants will be happy to assist you.
Golf Attire
Hats, caps and visors, must be worn peak forward and men should remove them when entering the Clubhouse, except in the Mixed Grille, Golf Pro Shop and Locker Rooms. Gentlemen are to have their shirts tucked in at all times. Turtleneck and mock turtleneck are permitted. Bermuda shorts are acceptable for men and not to exceed 4” above the knee. Bermuda shorts are accetable for women as well as skorts, culottes and Capri pants and must be no shorter than mid-thigh.
Appropriate shoes include those that have approved soft spikes or dimpled soles. Sneakers are permitted. Several items are considered inappropriate, and will not be permitted on the golf course, practice range or in or around the Clubhouse: t-shirts of any kind, tank tops, short shorts cargo pants or shorts, low cut revealing shirts; cut off slacks, tennis/athletic pants or shorts and denim of any kind or in any form or color.
Cell Phone Use
The Country Club of York strives to be a space that members and their guests can enjoy club activities without the distraction of mobile phones and/or electronics. We do recognize that at times, it is necessary for members or their guests to remain “connected” or an emergency necessitates the need for such devices. It is the responsibility of the member to inform his or her guest(s) of this rule. Phones must be in the “silent” or “vibration” position on Club premises. Discreet, non-verbal, use of devices is permitted on property when such usage is deemed necessary, brief, and/or in a manner that is not intrusive or negatively impacting another member’s experience. Verbal conversations via mobile phones in the clubhouse, including those with use of earphones, or earbuds, are permitted only in non-dining areas of the club with appropriate volume. In the event of an emergency, mobile phones may be used discreetly in a private location, if using a designated area is not possible.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted in the Clubhouse or at the swimming pool complex except for specified times or events as approved by management or the Board of Governors. Smoking is restricted to specifically designated areas outside the Clubhouse except for specified times or events as approved by management or the Board of Governors.
Pace of Play
All groups playing the Country Club of York are encouraged to meet the pace of play guidelines set by the Professional and the Golf Committee. A suggested standard 4 hours for a foursome and 3 ¼ hours for a twosome to complete 18 holes. It is the group’s responsibility to keep up with like groups in front of them and if it is delaying the group behind it should invite the group behind to play thorough, irrespective of the number of players in that group.
Course Care
We ask that you please help take care of the course by way of repairing your ball marks, replacing your divots or using the sand and seed mix provided, and raking your own bunker. In addition, golf carts should not be driving within 30 yards of each green and you should exit the fairways to the cart path side of the green.