If teeing off married life with a reception at a golf club appeals to you, 
check out clubs around the location you want to get married to see if they cater for weddings. Golf club weddings are gaining popularity, and if you want an elegant sophisticated venue in beautiful surroundings, golf clubs should definitely feature in your shortlist.
Here are three pros and cons of holding your wedding reception at a golf club:
Pros of gold club venues
Superb facilities
Golf club members pay large subscriptions for the privilege of playing there, so the club house should be maintained to an excellent standard, and the grounds will be immaculate. Many golf clubs now have dedicated function suites with impressive reception rooms, top class in-house catering, and possibly an events co-ordinator to make sure your big day runs smoothly. Many golf clubs are also licensed to hold civil ceremonies.
Photo opportunities
Holding your wedding at a golf course provides you with a whole host of photo opportunities, from romantic newly wed poses to tongue in cheek comedy. Provide golf gear for your guests to dress up in and set up a photo booth or Polaroid camera for fun shots. Have your picture taken teeing off at the first hole, strike a pose with your nine iron while your groom is struggling under the weight of two golf bags, or have your departure photos taken as you ride off into the sunset in your golf buggy.
Theme inspiration
A golf themed wedding is perfect for a couple that are keen on the sport, and if you are holding your wedding at a golf club it is the obvious choice. Shape your invitations like golf balls, and mix golfing jargon into the wording where possible. Use child sized golf bags and clubs as table centres, and pin your escort cards to golf balls to be placed into tee style stands when guests reach their places. Incorporate argyle patterns into your wedding stationery and decorations for a traditional golfing look.
Cons of golf club venues
Expense
A golf club wedding can be relatively expensive due to the high quality of the facilities. If you are a member of a golf club, or someone in your close family is a longstanding member, see if you can get a discount.
Lack of accommodation
It is rare for a golf club to have accommodation, so you will have to arrange to stay somewhere else and plan transport from the venue to your hotel. Check to see whether the golf club has negotiated good rates with local hotels for wedding parties, and if they can recommend a taxi firm when necessary.
Lack of privacy
It is unlikely that you will have exclusive use of a golf club, and depending on the season, day, and time of your wedding there may be hoards of golfers on the course. Some may feel that your wedding is getting in the way of their game, or that they should take precedence as members. A well designed golf club should keep the function suite and the players apart, but if you are looking at an older style club, check out how close your reception will be to the fairway.