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Visit this page to download the Rules of Golf, Decisions on the Rules of Golf, "A Quick Guide to the Rules in Brief"; and News and Communications relating to the Rules of Golf.

Etiquette Section from Rule Book

This download is from the Etiquette Section of the Rules of Golf. It provides guidelines on the manner in which the game of golf should be played. If they are followed, all players will gain maximum enjoyment from the game. The overriding principle is that consideration should be shown to others on the course at all times. Click here to download the Etiquette Section from the Rules of Golf


The R&A has teamed up with 2007 and 2008 Open Champion Padraig Harrington to put together a guide to the etiquette of the game of golf. The video explains all the basics about etiquette, including pace of play, care of the course, and showing consideration for other players. Click here to download the R&A Etiquette Video