The objectives of the Northamptonshire Golf Union are designed to further the interests of amateur golf in the county of Northamptonshire by
- Arranging on its own account or in conjunction with other golfing bodies golf competitions and leagues for individuals and affiliated clubs
- Assisting in the administration of the CONGU Unified Handicapping System
- Acting as the central authority on all questions concerning golf within the county and
- Acting as a liaison between affiliated clubs and the governing bodies of golf in England.
The union co-operates with the Royal and Ancient Golf Club, the English Golf Union and the Midlands Golf Union in the management of amateur golf in the county, region and nationally.