About Bobby Locke
Arthur D'Arcy "Bobby" Locke was a South African professional golfer. He is generally regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time. He won The Open Championship four times and 15 PGA Tour events in total.
20 November 1917, Germiston, 70 Nottingham Road, Kensington, Johannesburg.
Often referred to as The Open or the British Open, is the oldest golf tournament in the world. 1949, 1950, 1952, 1957
He turned professional in March 1938 at the age of 20. And finished 1960 due to injury from a car accident
In South Africa, ultimately recording over 50 significant victories in his home country.
The PGA Tour is the organiser of professional golf tours in North America.
Most consecutive cuts made – 19 (1936 Open Championship – 1952 Masters)
Longest streak of top-10s – 5 (1949 U.S. Open – 1951 Open Championship)
Under the category of great putters in golf history, and was originally inducted in Pinehurst. worldgolfhalloffame.org/bobby-locke
Bobby Locke Festival
The Bobby Locke Festival is back, and we're counting down the days until October 28th - November 2nd
Join us for 6 EPIC DAYS of festival golf at Parkview Golf Club, one of Johannesburg's most prestigious golf festivals! Don’t forget to book your spots in the next Bobby Locke Festival of Golf! This is our flagship week of the year, and it’s not one to miss, so give us a call on 011-646 5400 to find out more and reserve your times!
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Festival Schedule
Day One: Ladies Charity Day
Tue - Oct 28thJoin us for a day of golfing fun while giving back to the community - 4 Ball Alliance
Day Two: Sponsors Invitational
Wed - Oct 29thA special day for our sponsors to network and enjoy exclusive golfing experiences - Betterball Stableford
Day Three: Captain's Day
Thu - Oct 30thTeam captains, get ready for a day of golfing excitement and competition - 4 Ball Alliance
Day Four: Bobby Locke Tribute Day
Fri - Oct 31stPay tribute to the legend himself with a day of golfing action - BB Scramble Drive
Day Five: The Bobby Locke Memorial
Sat - Nov 1stA special ceremony to honour Locke's remarkable career and achievements (Members Only) - Individual Medal
Day Six: President's Day
Sun - Nov 2ndThe grand finale of the festival, with golfing action and entertainment galore - 4 Ball Alliance (09h30 Shotgun)
Clubhouse Hours
Tuesday to Friday: 6am – 9pm
Saturday: 6am – 10pm
Sunday: 7am – 9pm
Monday: Closed
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Restaurant Hours
Tuesday to Friday: 10am – 7pm
Saturday: 11am – 8pm
Sunday: 11am – 7pm
Monday: Closed
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