The 2025 Seniors Section Christmas competition and party was held on Monday 8th December

The day started with a surprise visit from The Grinch. I wonder who it was?

Once again we (almost) got away with a great day weatherwise – only the last couple of groups getting a little damp

32 players entered the competition – the majority wearing Christmas hats and jumpers – a very festive sight indeed. And 7 older or injured members joined us for the meal. It was fantastic to see Tony Brindley, Wilf Bentley, Joe Smith, Andy Booth, Alan Yeomans, Jim Cumberbatch and Alan Bonehill on the day

We had 6 players scoring 34 points for the 15 holes scored with 3 more tied on 36. Excellent golf all round

The winner of the shield was Mick Hughes, with a score of 36 points, on count back from Spencer Henson, who just pipped Ken Harrison into 3^rd. Unfortunately Spencer could not stay for the meal so Ken kindly collected his prize on his behalf

Nearest the pin on 7 was won by David Harris

Martin Hall came good with his promise to provide a trophy for the best player of the season. Based on 2 points for a win and 1 for a half, first place went to Peter Clarke with 26 points. Second was Martin Hall – 25 points – and third Alan Lockett – 24.

Presentations were made to outgoing captain Martin Hall, Jim Cumberbatch – for his work in providing the tabletop booklets for each match, me, and the most popular one to Trevor Smedley – without whom the section would struggle. He will be greatly missed when he hands over his job as Treasurer to Paul Douglas at the end of next year

After an excellent 3 course meal provided by our new catering team Bailey’s – which was enjoyed by all – the proceedings ended with the formal handover of the Captain’s jacket from Martin to our new Captain for 2026 – Tim Heathcote

As always – new members are always welcome to join us for the 2026 season. Please talk to our Captain Tim, Treasurer Trevor Smedley, myself or any current member if you want more details

Merry Christmas and a wonderful golfing New Year to all

Dave Toft

Seniors Section Secretary