Manchester is full of places for a good old game of crazy golf, and now things are getting serious, with the advent of the Manchester Adventure Golf Masters. Dino Falls Adventure Golf, located at Trafford Golf Centre, has announced the inaugural Manchester Adventure Golf Masters this October.
Scheduled for Saturday 12 October, this event marks the first-ever World Minigolf Federation (WMF) competition to be held at Manchester’s largest outdoor adventure golf venue. The event will serve as a qualifying round for the 2024/25 WMF World Adventure Golf Tour, featuring a competition including both experienced minigolf players and rookies.
The Manchester Adventure Golf Masters aims to attract a diverse range of participants, both local and from further afield, with entry fees set at £27 for adults and £15 for juniors (aged 8 to 18).
Pete Styles, Director of Golf at Trafford Golf Centre, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event: “We can’t wait to host the first-ever Manchester Adventure Golf Masters at Dino Falls Adventure Golf.
“This event not only highlights the growing popularity of minigolf but also showcases our fantastic facilities. We encourage local people to get involved and we look forward to welcoming players of varying skill levels to what promises to be a highly competitive and fun day.”
Event Details:
- Date: 12 October 2024
- Location: Dino Falls Adventure Golf, Trafford Golf Centre, Old Park Lane, Manchester M17 8PG
- Entry fees: £27 adults, £15 juniors (aged 8 – 18)
- Practice times: 7:00am – 10:45am
- Event start: 11:00am
Format:
- First three rounds in a shotgun format on the Rapids course.
- Final fourth round in reverse order with a rolling start from hole one of the Rapids course.
Prizes:
- Overall Champion: Trophy, £500, and free entry into the WAGT Tour Final at Aces Minigolf, Gloucester in May 2025. Cash prizes for runners up. All competitors are eligible.
- Rookie Champion: Trophy and a prize of at least £200.
- Top Junior (Rookie): Trophy and prize.
A full list of prizes will be announced before the event.
Richard Jones, organiser and competitive mini golf player added: “The Manchester Adventure Golf Masters is a fantastic opportunity for both seasoned players and newcomers to the sport to compete in a world-class setting.
“I’m particularly looking forward to having an event that will bring competitive minigolf to the North West and hope that a lot of local players will take part. We can’t wait to see everyone out on the course.”
A special practice evening will also be planned for late September, where experienced players will offer advice on how to navigate the course. So, get ready to tee off!
You can find more information and sign up for the Manchester Adventure Golf Masters here.
📍 Dino Falls Adventure Golf, Old Park Ln, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 8PG.