Troy Golf Club Replaces Clubhouse Destroyed by Fire
Date Posted: February 27, 2025
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From PR.com: Woods Fort Golf Club is proud to reveal its newly redesigned and rebuilt clubhouse, pro shop, and Horizon Center, a special event space. The development marks a significant milestone for the golf club following a devastating electrical fire that destroyed the original clubhouse nearly a year ago. The new clubhouse is expected to be completed this spring.
On March 3, 2024, a fire swept through the Woods Fort Golf clubhouse, causing millions in damage. The building, which housed a restaurant, commercial kitchen, bar, special event room, golf pro shop and cart garage, was a total loss. Club employees sifted through the ashes in the aftermath. “It was shocking, terrifying. I’m so, so grateful that no one was hurt,” said Lucy Hughes, President of Walters Golf Management.
Along with Woods Fort owners, the Thompson and Geeding families, Hughes was determined to rebuild, and the group turned the tragedy into an opportunity to build something new and exciting. “We dusted ourselves off, regrouped and pushed forward. Can’t keep us down long,” she remarked.
Hughes tapped into her 35 years of experience in clubhouse and venue design and construction, having previously designed five different clubhouses and special event facilities including Innsbrook Resort and Bogey Hills. Woods Fort owners, Hughes, and their hospitality team worked alongside Baalman Architects and Martin General Contractors to breathe life into the new building design. “There is nothing like this in our area. The amount of thought and care put into this rebuild has been incredible. Everyone has worked together to create something extra special.”
The clubhouse building, in its entirety, will be enlarged over 5,000 sq ft and The Horizon Center at Woods Fort is a highlight of the rebuild, offering a versatile space for events for up to 160 guests. It is ideal for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, private parties, rehearsal dinners and more.