Tee Reservations 25th November - 4th December

During the winter months, the aim is to close the clubhouse at 5.00pm. The only change to this will be if there is an evening function or inclement weather has meant there is no golf being played.

Please continue to check for any pitchmarks on the greens. Given the recent wet weather, it is likely that any length of approach shot will be creating a pitchmark.

A reminder that all trolleys need to be fitted with winter wheels. The pro shop have stock if you do not currently have a set. If you are bringing a guest up to play, please ensure they have winter wheels fitted to their trolley.

The Professional Shop Christmas Draw is now open. Tickets are available for purchase direct with Mark, Chris or Alex. First prize will be a set of custom fitted irons!

Course News

The Purple course is now live for both men and ladies with scorecards in the 1st and 11th huts.

Thank you for all the members who are following the post and rope which is helping to spread the wear from trolleys and buggies.

Greenkeepers Report 24th November

Leaf clearing continues daily with collection when conditions allow.

Greens are still being mown daily. Fairways and tees have been mown as often as possible.

Additional post & rope for traffic management is now in situ on the 5th, 8th and 9th holes along with white lining where necessary.

James, Simon Bartlett and Josh Poole have attended a training day focussing on disease management.

The 18th ditch and pipework have been cleared and rodded.

Various paths have been edged and weeded; this work is on-going.

With the mats in place and the purple course now live, the yellow markers have been brought in ready for renovation.

Should conditions allow, greens aeration and fairway verti-draining will be taking place in the coming weeks.

Hospitality News

You can still book for Basil's Carols on Friday 15th December. Don't miss out on a festive fun filled evening Fawlty Towers style!

Tickets are selling fast for this year's Children's Christmas Party. Book online to avoid missing out on seeing Father Christmas and entertainment from the Party Starters!

Fish & Chips are back with for the festive season! Book directly with our hospitality team!

Competitions Update

Gillian Whittle, the Ladies' Captain, held a Captain's Winter Competition at Colchester Golf Club in a team of three format with the best two scores counting.

Romany Foster (16) Jenny Rose (18) and Mary Jardine (27) carded 61 points in this 14-hole competition to claim first place.

On a day starting dry the weather deteriorated with the winning team playing in the worst of the weather.

As is often the case good golf on the par threes is the secret to a decent score and with the winners collectively having five pars their handicaps did the rest.

Sheena Nunny (22), Wendy Smith (20) & Susan Rule (21) took second place with 56 points. Starting slowly was their problem and although they did pick up the pace the gap to the leaders was just too wide.

Elizabeth Bainbridge (33), Roberta Bodsworth (26) & Catherine Chick (14) was the third team in with a final score of 53 a score shared with Shelley Persent (15), Bee Pertwee (20) & Mandy Rix (7) who took fourth spot after a countback.

Under the leadership of Clive Mason, our juniors have had a year for the ages with success both locally, regionally and nationally. As Clive hands over to Jon Way for 2024, please click here for a rundown of the achievements over the last five years.

Upcoming Competitions

John Champ Veterans Christmas Stableford - Monday 4th December

Sign up is now open online for the John Champ (Veterans) Christmas Stableford on Monday 4th December. This is a singles Stableford open to all Vets and is followed by a traditional Christmas feast and Prize Giving. The (default) dessert is A. Christmas Pudding, however, if you should require an alternative B. Cheesecake or C. Fruit Salad please email seccolchestervets@gmail.com by Tuesday 28th November stating your preference.

Turkey Trot - Saturday 9th December

Played in pairs over two shotgun starts - 8.00am and 12.00pm. Open to men, ladies and juniors. Any combination of men and ladies although juniors do need to play with an adult. The format is Foursomes Bogey (please note IG does not support this format so the online booking is for tee times only). Sign up is open. There are still spaces for the 12.00pm shotgun event!

Three Clubs & a Putter Competition - Wednesday 27th December

This is open to everyone. Choose your clubs wisely! Played from the purple and red tees, sign up online opens on 29th November.

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