BUNKER SANDS
Our quarry in Wareham, Masters, produces three grades of light shaded bunker sands. These sands provide an attractive colour and excellent playability, adding good traction for the golfer, balance of drainage, and moisture retention.
Wareham Light Fine Bunker Sand
(0-1mm)
A moist, light in colour, fine sand with a high pH and very low clay and silt content. This sand provides excellent drainage and is suitable for golf and sporting applications.
- Fine particle size (0–1mm) creates a smooth, tightly compacted surface.
- Excellent drainage due to low fines (clay and silt content).
- High pH is compatible with turf surrounds and reduces nutrient lockout.
- Light colour enhances visual contrast and clean appearance.
Recommended for:
- Flat or low-lying bunkers that require tight compaction and moisture retention.
- Shaded areas where drying is slow and drainage is critical.
- Courses prioritising clean aesthetics and reduced sand splash.
Avoid in:
- Exposed coastal sites prone to wind-blow; finer sand can migrate easily.
- Sloped bunkers, where fine texture may lead to wash-down during heavy rain.
Maintenance tips:
- Light decompaction may be required to prevent surface sealing.
- Regular grooming helps prevent crusting in wet seasons.
- Loose (5 tonnes to 29 tonnes)
- Bulk bags
Wareham Light Medium Bunker Sand
(0-2mm)
A moist, light in colour, medium sand with high pH and low clay and silt content. Offers excellent infiltration rates and is ideal for golf bunkers and other sporting surfaces.
- Balanced particle size (0–2mm) offers good compaction and playability.
- Drains well while maintaining surface stability under foot.
- Low fines content reduces risk of clogging drainage systems.
- Light colour is suitable for modern course designs and easy contamination spotting.
Recommended for:
- Most inland and parkland courses with standard drainage.
- Moderately sloped bunkers requiring both drainage and some binding.
- Green-side bunkers where balance of playability and firmness is key.
Avoid in:
- Very steep bunkers unless stabilised or lined.
- Deep pot bunkers needing coarser texture for resistance to movement.
Maintenance tips:
- Routine mechanical raking preserves surface consistency.
- Match top-up sand exactly to avoid layering and performance inconsistencies.
- Loose (5 tonnes to 29 tonnes)
- Bulk bags
Wareham Light Coarse Bunker Sand
(0-4mm)
A moist, light-coloured, coarse sand with high pH and very low clay and silt content. Provides excellent infiltration and structural stability.
- Coarse texture (0–4mm) offers maximum drainage and structural integrity.
- Ideal for resisting movement on steep faces and sloped bunkers.
- Reduced risk of compaction and surface sealing.
- Light colour provides aesthetic consistency and easy maintenance checks.
Recommended for:
- Steep-faced bunkers and revetted edges that require structural support.
- Coastal and high-rainfall sites needing rapid drainage and erosion resistance.
- Exposed or wind-prone areas where heavier sand resists blow-off.
Avoid in:
- Flat bunkers where coarse texture may cause ball bounce or inconsistent lies.
- Shaded, low-drainage zones where retention of fine moisture is needed.
Maintenance tips:
- Minimal compaction needed; surface raking maintains consistent playability.
- Check for contamination from debris, which is more visible on coarse light sands.
- Loose (5 tonnes to 29 tonnes)
- Bulk bags
Hurn Medium Bunker Sand
(0-2mm)
A moist, light in colour, sub-angular medium-coarse sand with a high pH and low clay and silt content. Provides good drainage and compacts well. Suitable for golf bunkers and all sporting applications.
- Medium-coarse particle size (0–2mm) provides a strong balance between drainage and compaction.
- Sub-angular grains lock together for a stable surface that resists shifting and washouts.
- High pH supports turf compatibility and limits acidic interference with rootzones near bunker edges.
- Low clay/silt content enhances infiltration and reduces risk of crusting.
- Light colour delivers clean visual contrast and high presentation value.
Recommended for:
- Green-side and fairway bunkers on inland or semi-exposed courses.
- Bunkers with moderate slopes that require a stable, well-drained base.
- Courses aiming for consistency between aesthetics and performance across multiple bunker locations.
Avoid in:
- Deep revetted or pot bunkers needing coarser particles for structural resistance.
- Sites with very low play where natural compaction may make sand overly firm without traffic.
Maintenance tips:
- Use mechanical rakes to aerate and prevent excessive firmness, especially in high-traffic zones.
- Maintain consistent depth (typically 75–100 mm) to reduce risk of ball plugging and ensure player safety.
- Loose (5 tonnes to 29 tonnes)
- Bulk bags
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