New owners set to tee off at The Nottinghamshire as Hardy exits after 14 years

Alan Hardy has sold The Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club to the UK’s largest country club operator, The Club Company.

Hardy bought the club, then called Cotgrave Place, in 2010. Under his ownership, it has been transformed into the only 36 hole golf club in the county. The 340-acre complex also includes a bistro, wedding venue and a 30-bedroom boutique hotel.

The deal will see The Nottinghamshire become the 18th club in the Club Company’s portfolio.

Hardy said: “It is with mixed emotions that I can confirm that I’ve come to the end of my 14 year journey with The Nottinghamshire. It is a journey that I am incredibly proud of, having met, worked and played with a wonderful number of people along the way.

“I am proud that we’ve created something special in that time and now have a fantastic team of over 100 people across the venues, in the clubhouse, the back office and out on the course, all of whom I will miss dearly.

Richard Calvert, chief executive officer of The Club Company, said: “We are delighted to welcome The Nottinghamshire Golf and Country Club into The Club Company portfolio. Over the last few months, I have personally experienced the dedication and professionalism of the team at The Nottinghamshire.

“This stunning club has an outstanding reputation and has been transformed under the ownership of Alan. We are committed to building on this legacy and will continue to invest in the club and its facilities for the benefit of members and visitors alike.”

Hardy added: “This has been an amazing journey during which we have transformed this club into something truly spectacular. ⁠

“Being in the leisure sector, where people choose to spend their spare time and money is uplifting and inspiring. We have taken this place from an incredibly difficult position, creating a wonderfully bright future as we have done that.

“Leaving a legacy here has been my driving force and I have loved every single moment. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this story.”