Holyhead Golf Club closes historic 18th hole, seeks £75,000 for new green

Holyhead Golf Club in Anglesey, Wales, has been ordered to close its 18th hole after a complaint from a neighbor about stray golf balls landing on their property. The club, founded in 1912, faces a £75,000 bill to relocate the hole, a move that members have described as a 'crime against golf' and 'ridiculous' given the course's long-standing presence. The Isle of Anglesey County Council issued an improvement notice citing health and safety concerns, despite the club's efforts to mitigate the issue with boundary markers and landscaping changes. Members and local residents have expressed frustration, questioning why someone would move near a golf course and then complain about its historical operations. In response, the club has launched a GoFundMe campaign to fund the necessary renovations, with hopes to complete the work by May. The situation continues to spark debate over the balance between neighbor concerns and long-established recreational facilities.