Craig Knowles

Saturday Evening

Despite the forecast predicting a large volume of rain I don't think any of you expected the images within this weeks newsletter! This first image is from 10pm on Saturday evening.

8th Green

Our Head Greenkeeper Ally was out assesing the course ahead of the planned Trexas Scramble Open. Sadly the event could not go ahead.

13th Tee

Some of these images show water in places that no one will have seen water in before!

13th Fairway

From Monday morning we have managed to slowly open the course. From Thursday the full 18 holes have been back in play! Exceptional effort from the Team.

Sunday Morning

What a difference a day makes! A view from just short of the 12th burn!

Monday Morning

By Monday morning from the same spot looking in a slighlty different angle!

We really are lucky to have such a well draining golf course. We could have easily been closed for a full week but thankfully a combination of the soil type we have and the hard work from Ally, his Team and the volunteers we were able to open with only one day of closure.

New Arrivals...

Logo Snood

The snoods have arrived!! It took a little longer than I thought they would but they are here! We now also have a full stock of Water Bottles and SIC Coffee Mugs!

Waterproof Bags

With wetter weather it is vital to keep your clubs and equipment dry, we now have a full lineup of Callaway Waterproof Bags. 14-way full dividers, plenty of pockets and dry clubs and equipment!

Date for your diary

We are delighted to announce that we are holding a TaylorMade fitting day here at the club on Wednesday 21st October giving you the chance to try out and get fitted for their fantastic range of products from SIM to the P700 Series irons.

Here are the key details:

Wednesday 21st October - 10am-2pm - FREE

Please book your spot by clicking the link below or call the pro shop.

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Golf on Tour

When Sergio Garcia won The Masters in 2017, every headline was along the lines of ‘Finally!’. More than three years later, his win at the PGA Tour’s Sanderson Farms Championship marks his first win since and prompted many similar headlines. Although, did you know both victories involved Sergio putting with his eyes shut at impact?

On the European Tour, Tommy Fleetwood looked to cap the return of the big names at the Scottish Open, a Rolex Series event, with a victory. But fellow Englishman Aaron Rai upset the odds to beat Fleetwood in a playoff that saw Tommy miss from a couple of feet at the first playoff hole.

Both storylines demonstrate the importance of putting well when the pressure's on. So, if you struggle with holing out or three-putt too many times due to poor distance control, send us a message below and we'll be happy to help.

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World Handicapping System

The new World Handicap System (WHS) comes into effect on the 2nd November 2020, which is now less than a month away.

We know that many of you have questions about what it is, why it's needed and how it will impact your current handicap.

Well, the WHS has put together lots of easy-to-understand videos that will, hopefully, answer these and more. If you're still unsure after giving them a watch, pop by the pro shop for a chat.

find out more >

The secret to a successful winter

Practice makes perfect, right? But perfect practise gets you there a lot faster. We've said it before - and we'll no doubt say it again - but winter provides the ideal opportunity to iron out some of those faults that have crept into your game.

It starts with a list

Begin by evaluating (out of ten) how close you are to your target for each area of your game. It's always best to be completely honest with yourself when doing this. In other words, forget about the odd time when you've hit a shot like Tiger and focus on what happens consistently round after round.

Where we come in

Now you can see which area of your game needs most work and this is where we will start. Having a lesson tailored specifically to your weakness will make the world of difference. So, if you need a pointer or two from the team, send us a message below. Bragging rights are imminent...

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The path to better iron play

Hitting an iron and finding the heart of the green feels great. However, the big change comes when you can repeat that time after time - with the odd exception, of course. Not only will your scores begin to drop, but you'll also be full of confidence every time you pull a club out of the bag.

Timing is everything

First things first, new irons are like a pair of new shoes: they take time to wear in. If you want to be playing your best golf in the spring when the season kickstarts, it’s best to get those new irons in the bag right around…well, now.

Which irons to pick

Well, when it comes to confidence with your irons, TaylorMade’s SIM Max OS irons are what you need. The Speed Bridge gives you a stable, forgiving strike that allows you to hit great golf shots with confidence.

To top it all off, going through our fitting experience will ensure you get the most out of any purchase with us. So, if you're wondering whether new irons is the right move for you, why not send us a message?

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Video of the Week

Golfers of all generations will be familiar with the Big Bertha name. It's been around for a long time and the latest model - Big Bertha B21 - is available for you to try in-store. But, before you do, have a watch of our video as we put the new range to the test. Enjoy.

Callaway Big Bertha B21 | Product Verdict

I hope you enjoyed the newsletter. If you have any thoughts or queries please contact me in the golf shop.

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