30th October 2023 Newsletter :: Brocton Hall Golf Club

Brocton Hall

30th October 2023 Newsletter

BROCTON HALL GOLF CLUB

THREE OFF THE TEE 30 OCTOBER '23 NEWSLETTER

Hello there

I cannot deny that I am one happy camper! I have heard so many times (by non South Africans) in this last week that 'It is just a game'. For a South African, it is not. South Africa is a beautiful, complex country that faces immense challenges every day. We fight with one another, we rally together against corruption, we fear crime; we look over our shoulders at every turn. It's not safe there in so many regards: the economy is unstable, people are homeless, hungry, desperate and there is so much aching poverty. In SA, you are on edge and anxious all the time. The future is unclear – there is so much hatred and so much sadness. A win like this unites South Africa again; even if only for an hour, a day, or even a few weeks. They will take it. The Springboks remind us what an incredibly resilient people we are and they give every South African hope. For those that are wondering what I am going on about, South Africa beat New Zealand in the World Cup Rugby Final. And now for the cricket 🙂🙂

It is the October lottery draw tomorrow afternoon in the 1894 Bar. Numbers 11, 16, 19, 28, 29, 35, 40, 41, 43, 49, 52, 57, 59, 60, 61, 66, 74, 79, 82, 87, 89, 90, 93, 95 and 98 are available. Any of those calling your name? Please let me know by noon tomorrow if you would like to join our 'You have to be in it to win it' lottery. You could win £160!

Matt Wilkes wins the Member Photo of the Month with the Brocton double pot of gold (main photo)! Matt gets a fiver for a drink to celebrate his win 🙂 Please keep sending your photos. As I have mentioned before, there are so many long standing members that aren't able to get to the club anymore who absolutely love them - generalmanager@broctonhall.com

PAR FOR THE COURSE

The Greens team have been continuing the prep work on the bunkers, stripping turf, removing the old sand, installing new drains and reshaping where necessary to stop water running off slopes around the greens and into the bunkers.

Last week the greens were slit tined, this helps drainage and compaction and opens up the sward to aid aeration and avoids a sealed surface which helps reduce standing water.

COMPETITIONS

Thanks to Nevil & Katie and all our members for another great year of Tuesday Social's! Over 1,400 competitors have played and there's been some great stableford scoring plus we've had a lot of scores posted of 2, 3 and even 4 under par gross for 9 holes.

Congratulations to Helen Tasker who wins the last parking spot of the year with 24 points

Ladies

The Ladies enjoyed a Foursomes competition last week Wednesday with some great scores. Ladies 9 hole Foursomes Stableford - front 9 -

1st Emma Wardle-Gray & Sally Wardle-Gray with 24
2nd Hilary Edwards - L/Pres & Mrs. V K S Johnstone with 16
3rd Kathleen Brookhouse & Ann Whiteman with 15

Ladies BHGC Coronation Foursomes 18 Hole Strokeplay

1st Mary Robertson & Donna Thurgarland with 71
2nd Coleen Painter & Harriet Painter with 72
3rd Joanne Mears & Ann Williams - L/Capt. with 73

Seniors

The Seniors annual Texas scramble was a great success with over 80 guests in the evening enjoying great camaraderie and fun the food was delicious supplied as always by John Dixon and cooked to perfection by our wonderful chefs.

The winners of the competition were Julian Gibbon Steve Tinniswood David Robinson and David Horsnall

CLUBHOUSE

Whatever the occasion, whether it's a casual drink after a great round of golf, Sunday lunch or popping in for a bite to eat with friends, we have a new cocktail menu to satisfy any thirsty tastebuds.

Pink Gin spritz Gordons Pink Gin (50ml), Prosecco (75ml) and topped with Soda £7.95
Mojito Spritz Bacardi (50ml) and Fever-Tree Mexican Lime Soda garnished with Lime and mint. £7.99
Negroni London Dry Gin(25ml), Campari(25ml) and Martini Rosso (25ml) £6.50
Godfather Jack Daniels(25ml), Disaronno (25ml) and topped with Pepsi Max £8.50
No-Jito Spritz Elderflower Cordial and Fever-Tree Mexican Lime Soda garnished with Lime £3.40
Espresso Martini garnished with coffee beans £7.28
Berry Mojito garnished with lime and mint £7.28

Along with our cocktails, the Gin of the Week is Hedgerow Spirits Blackberry & Apple Gin - a dry gin with clear juniper notes and subtle & delicious, fruity tones. Following the mantra of what grows together, goes together we experimented with these two hedgerow staples; blackberries, the jewel-like, mellow, juicy fruit and the sweet & sour green apple, blending it with Hedgerow Gin.

Friday, 17th November - Race Night - Join us for an action Race Night, guaranteeing a night to remember. Table plan is in the foyer and bookings for the races (free) and/or food (£12) can be done at the bar or online. THIS IS NEARLY FULLY BOOKED SO PLEASE GET YOUR NAMES DOWN SOON.
Friday, 15th December - Members & Guests Christmas Party Night. Enjoy a night filled with great food, music, and laughter. Dress to impress - it's your party! Bookings at the bar or online (table plan is available in the foyer)

MEMBERS QUESTION

You are invited to send any questions in that you would like one of the Management Committee members to answer. Often a committee member is approached on the putting green with a question that might not relate to their area of knowledge. This is a way for you to ask those questions.

NOTICES

Early last year the 'Matches' tab was moved to showcase our social events to all members. If you are unsure where it is, click on the 'Competitions' tab at the top of the webpage and then 'Matches'

All of us at Brocton Hall wish our many members with a birthday this week a very Happy Birthday! Happy Birthday to Paul Dunlavey, Daniel Harris, David Haenelt, Mrs Y Scott, Adam Cunningham, Patrick Turner, John Hall, Colin Rowe, Alex Beckett, James Stringer, Stuart Hales, Mrs F Greaves, Peter Smith, Valeries Cox and our President, Mr Steve Kanes. Remember, age is irrelevant unless, of course, you’re a bottle of wine or a golf score. Happy Birthday!

PRO SHOP

The Pro Shop have produced some gift vouchers in £10, £20 and £50 amounts and lesson vouchers - available from the Pro Shop now.

Members are loving the new Pro Shop 'Tour' logo available on selected Galvin Green items. Some comments include, 'Classy', 'Love it', 'Understated and sophisticated', 'Very Smart, like it a lot'