🔗 Share this article Golf England Urgently Requests Public Backing for 2030 Women's Golf Showcase Bid The most recent Solheim Cup taking place in Europe was in Spain in 2023, while the upcoming tournament set for Holland in 2026. After Europe's recent Ryder Cup victory, the national golf association is urging the government to underwrite their proposal to stage the premier women's golf event on English soil for the first time. This elite tournament between the best women players of Europe and America has taken place on two occasions in Scotland and in Wales but never in England. An official proposal has been assembled to stage it at the Grove venue within Hertfordshire in 2030. But planners are seeking £30m to finance the bid and at present only £10m is in place. The organizing body is requesting public backing to underwrite the remaining amount. Financial Needs and Deadline Talks to secure Treasury backing began in early spring yet an answer regarding if it will be forthcoming is required quickly. The hosting rights for the 2030 event are owned by the International Management Group who want a resolution before month's end. According to the bid document, England Golf believes that winning the hosting rights "offers huge value to the nation". Leadership Perspective "We are convinced currently it's right and proper for the Solheim Cup should come in England," commented the CEO of England Golf. He further stated: "We've provided multiple athletes over time and still do today, such as Charley Hull, Georgia Hall, or Lottie Woad." Economic Advantages and Effects When asked the benefit for public funds, the spokesperson explained: "The Ryder Cup demonstrated the type of effect that huge golf events can create regarding not just local economies." He continued: "Undoubtedly what we believe will occur with the Solheim Cup, whether it's the expenditure that would occur in and around the competition or whether it be new positions." Boost to regional economy Work opportunities Visitor attraction Increased golf engagement Gender Equality Dimension "Women in sport is just bang on we should be focusing currently, guaranteeing that sports become equal opportunity for both genders," he stressed. "Recent examples show what the Ryder Cup does for golf. Evidence demonstrates how the Ryder Cup impacts the men's game." Venue Details The proposed location is located near Watford and is ideally positioned to draw fans from the London catchment area. The venue has previously hosted a World Golf Championships tournament and features accommodation options appropriate for those required for hosting an event such as the Solheim Cup. Financial Details To host the men's equivalent on European soil would cost more than £400m but for the women's event the requirement is about thirty million pounds. "We're looking for approximately twenty million pounds through Treasury support to support the bid," the spokesperson declared. "And that's supplementing already a significant investment from the host location and ourselves including additional sponsors we plan to contribute." Time Sensitivity The spokesperson declined to confirm that discussions have stalled, but admitted: "There is definitely a challenge currently with regards to whether public authorities can finance premier competitions." "The government has proven, including major athletic events, whether it be from the women's rugby perspective, that they are ready to provide funding for certain events." "I think should we receive a positive answer within the next month, it would enable us to obtain the Solheim Cup to be staged in England." He concluded: "I don't have the financial backing at present; our proposal stalls. This could alter quickly if I got the thumbs up, however the timeline is urgent." Official Stance Official pre-election commitments before the last election promised dedication to delivering premier competitions while pursuing fresh possibilities to encourage the next generation of competitors while encouraging sports participation. After requests for response, a representative from the relevant ministry said: "The United Kingdom enjoys global recognition for staging significant competitions and we want to maintain this." "Staging events within the country captures imaginations, encourages participation and enhances local economies." "There exists an impressive schedule of competitions soon, from the Women's T20 World Cup in 2026 up to backing proposals to organize the Fifa Women's World Cup in the future." "Funding for upcoming proposals will consider various elements including how far they help create public and economic returns to the nation."