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Dereham Golf Club Charity Golf Day

Ninety six players took part in the Captain’s and Ladies Captain’s Charity golf day on Sunday in support of EACH (East Anglian Children’s Hospice). The event which was played in Texas Scramble format was supported by Andy Marshall Dereham’s European tour professional and Stewart White from BBC Look East. All enjoyed the day which was cold but thankfully dry. there were nearest the pin and nearest the line competitions along with spot the ball and other fund raising raffles. After the event Captain Kevin Joy thanked Dereham Golf club for allowing the event to take place there were addresses by Rose Peasgood from Each and Pippa Joy who had experienced the help from the charity. Stewart White presented the prizes and amused those present with impromptu auctions. Mr White then presented Rose Peasgood with a pledge cheque for nearly £2300, however late donations and the competition winners donating their prize to the charity saw the amount rise to £2564.84. The Competition winners were John Chaney Simon Chaney Nigel Elmar and Alex Bates who carded a gross 60 net 56.8.

 

Stewart White, Ladies Captain Christine Joy, Rose Peasgood, Captain Kevin Joy, Pippa Joy

 

Winners: John Chaney, Christine Joy, Nigel Elmar, Kevin Joy, Simon Chaney, Alex Bates

 

 

 

Easter Social Texas Scramble

The annual Easter Social Texas scramble took place two weeks later than planned owing to the poor weather which has caused unscheduled course closures.40 members took part in the event played on Sunday arranged by Ron Myhill and Ray Wicks. The eighteen hole scramble was won by the team of Kevin Joy Peter lilwall Eve Holmes and Jill Trudgill who had a Gross score of 71 net 62 followed by the team of John Chaney Angela Savory-Moll Pearl Taylor and Graham Howe. 3rd Were Tom Holyoak Christopher Joy Helen Burrage and Kay Bates. All players enjoyed Hot Cross buns and sausage rolls in the clubhouse after the event.

 

Left to right: Peter Lilwall (Club President) Eve Holmes Jill Trudgill Kevin Joy (Captain) and Ladies president Sheila Brightwell

 

 

FREE GETINTOGOLF SESSIONS....... a few spaces still available

Dereham PGA Professional Duncan still has places left on his FREE GetintoGolf Sessions starting Saturday 2nd February 11.30am -12.30 pm and Sunday 3rd February 11.00am - 12.00. The sessions are the start of 8 week courses for adult beginners with all equipment provided if necessary.

 

 

 

Dereham Golf Club Receives National Award 

 

Dereham Golf Club has been awarded GolfMark with High Achiever accreditation by England Golf. This award recognises the golf club as an outstanding supporter and venue for both beginners and junior golfers and is one of only three in the county of Norfolk.

 

What is more remarkable is the fact that the High Achiever award was obtained at the first attempt following the rigorous assessment process undertaken by the Norfolk Golf Partnership. Karen Young, Golf Development Officer for the Partnership said ‘this is a fantastic achievement by Dereham Golf Club and I applaud all the hard work put in by the Club obtaining High Achiever’

 

Club President, Dudley Mayers, said ‘we are delighted to have received national recognition for our Club from the games governing body England Golf and are looking forward to working with our members, our PGA Professional, Duncan Abbott and the local community to continue to bring more players into the game. The Club has always been known for its friendly atmosphere and has a junior section the envy of many much larger and more prestigious clubs and it is great that the GolfMark award will help us build upon that reputation.’

 

The Club’s professional Duncan Abbott said ‘GolfMark will help me and the Club continue to reach out into the wider community to bring players into the game safe in the knowledge that they will be joining a club recognised for its support for beginners and juniors both in terms of coaching and the organisation of the club. GolfMark enables me, through Active Norfolk, to offer great value coaching sessions for beginners, with a women’s beginners course starting on Saturday 22nd September, running for 7 weeks at a cost of £25 per person, please visit www.norfolkgolfpartnership.co.uk to register.  After that there is an 8 week, Get Into Golf, course starting Sunday 21st October for all adults, cost £35, please visit www.activenorfolk.org to register. These sessions are a great introduction to the game and I would encourage anyone to give it a try’.

 

 

 

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HOLE IN ONE FOR CHRIS ON HIS SECOND DAY AT THE CLUB

Golfer Christopher Joy Joined Dereham Golf Club on Friday last week, and being a new member he needed to submit three cards to obtain his handicap. He submitted one card on the day he joined, this was followed by a second card on the Saturday when he played the shot of a life time on the 133 yard 3rd hole, Using an 8 Iron the ball pitched on the green some eight foot from the flag it rolled gently towards the hole and disappeared into the hole. The shot was witnessed by four golfers teeing off on the 13th hole who went into spontaneous applause. Needless to say Christopher 33 was amazed and couldn’t believe his luck, being only a casual golfer to achieve a hole in one on the second day of his membership.

 

Pictured Chris Joy with his eight Iron

 

 

 

 

GOLFER’S SEE YELLOW IN SOCIAL GOLF EVENT

Thirty six players enjoyed a yellow ball Competition in the 2nd of a series of summer evening social events which are held by Dereham Golf Club on the last Friday of each month. teams of four some consisting of all ladies some mixed and some gent’s played the nine hole competition, but all played from the gent’s yellow tee markers and from the men’s card. The competition was played in Stableford format with the ladies benefitting from two extra shots to compensate for the extra distance of the men’s card. The yellow ball was played by a different player each hole thus ensuring all players played the ball at least twice over the nine holes. The yellow ball attracted double points but if lost could not be replaced. Suffice to say all yellow balls were returned. The event was won with a brilliant 65 points achieved by Richard Wilson, Lewis Bates, Alex Bates and Club President Dudley Mayers. Second place went to the team of Peter Brightwell Sheila Brightwell, Jane Bizley and Stuart Bizley who amassed 62 points. Members and friend’s joined the players for a fish and chip supper in the club house after the event. Event Organisers Christine and Kevin Joy commented that the turnout of members for these kind of events on a Friday evening highlighted the support and strength of the membership The next social golf event will be at the end of July when it is proposed to Play the Course Backwards.

 

 

 

INVITATION JOY FOR BUNCE AT DEREHAM GOLF CLUB EVENT

Former member Trevor Bunce who now plays at Richmond Park was in excellent form when playing as the invited guest of Dereham Golf Club Vice Captain Kevin Joy at the clubs annual men’s invitation day event. Trevor who plays off a 23 handicap which was reduced to 20 for this event played consistently and he and his partner Joy who was playing off 9 for the event amassed 45 stableford points from the better ball format. The Highlight of the day came for Trevor on the 302 yard par 4 tenth where playing from the white tee’s he commented that in all the time he had played the hole when he was a member he had never hit the ball so far, he then pitched the ball to within a foot of the hole for an easy birdy three. Forty players played in the event which was untroubled by the weather. All players enjoyed a meal in the clubhouse where the prizes were presented by Club Captain John Chaney.

winners

K Joy & T Bunce 45 points

D Lewis & S Murphy 42 points

R Burgess & C Wickers 41 points

R Brownlow & G Cullum 41 points

Nearest the pin 3rd Kevin Joy (member) Guest W Boortieflet. Nearest the pin second shot 18th Keith Wilkinson

 

All the prize winners

 

Trevor Bunce and Kevin Joy

 

 

 

Dereham Golf Club Captain John Chaney presented the prize winners with their awards during his Captains night dinner held in the clubhouse to celebrate the end of his Captains week of Competitions. The week got of to a great start last Sunday when 86 players took part in the Captains mixed Stableford Competiton Derek Kevern was the overall winner with 40 points on Count Back, Heather Clements took the ladies prize and George Bedwell took the Junior prize both players also achieved 40 points, Brian Peters who also mustered 40 points was runner up with Di Wilkinson being the ladies runner up and 2nd junior was Will Cross with 39 points. Captains week continued with the ladies vying for the Captains prize during their weekly Competition. This was won by Heather Clements with a Nett 71 on count back from Kay Bates who also achieved nett 71 Catherine Newey was third with nett 74. The men’s Competition got underway on Wednesday with the first of two 18 hole medal Competitions which would eventually produce the winner of the Captains prize over 36 holes . The prize winners for the Wednesday event were 1st Terry Vertigan nett 68 2nd Stuart Bizley nett 69 3rd John Trent nett 69. The second 18 hole competition was played on Saturday with Chris Miller coming out the winner with a nett 68 2nd David Ashfield nett 71 3rd Simon Berry nett 72. The winner of the captains prize over 36 holes was Charlie Moore with a nett 133 2nd was Dave Kerslake nett 135 and 3rd Keith Chettleburgh nett 140 The Scratch prize went to Simon Chaney. Overall it was a very successful week of golf.

Charlie Moore Captains prize winner.

 

 

JUBILEE FUN AT DEREHAM GOLF CLUB

 

Dereham Golf club held a Jubilee Circus to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee. Based on the popular Sunday Circus which is run through the winter months, the event was a 9 hole mixed Greensome social event. 36 players took part a draw was made for partners which enabled 9 matches to be played. Scoring was based on Stableford points. The eventual winners were Heather Clements and Danny Semrau who beat Stuart Bizley and Dave Kerslake on count back after both teams scored 23 points 3rd were Jill Trudgill and Kevin Joy with 22 points followed closely by Sandra Haw and Simon Berry Peter Brightwell and George Bedwell both on 21 points. The evening was rounded off by a Toast to the Queen a BBQ and presentation of prizes to the winners of the early season competitions.

 

Early season competition winners left to right: Simon Chaney, Dave Brunton, Liam Sewell, Danny Semrau, Mike Bloomfield, Frazer Chettleburgh, Keith Chettleburgh, Goerge Bedwell, Dave Kerslake.


Heather Clements and Danny Semrau.

 

ACE FOR LIAM SEWELL IN DEREHAM’S JUNE MEDAL

The highlight of the June men’s medal was a fabulous hole in one at Dereham’s 188 yard 8th hole achieved by 15 year old Liam Sewell. 28 handicapper Liam who has been playing golf for three years is a member of Dereham’s Junior section. He selected a six iron for his tee shot and was amazed by the result. This was his first hole in One. To his credit he kept himself together and went on to win the event shooting a gross 89 net 61 which never looked like being bettered.

 

Full Result 1st L Sewell 89-28-61 2nd D Ashfield 87-19-68 3rd S Hudson 74-5-69 4th I Cummings 88-19-69 5th R Thorogood 76-6-70

 

 

 

Dereham Golf Club has had a busy weekend with various events and competitions.

 

The men’s Mail on Sunday team played their fourth round match at Thetford on Friday and won 3-2 whilst the ladies defended the Gillieson Cup with a home win of 2-1.

 

The junior committee organised a rules evening which was open to all Club members. Those attending watched a DVD from the R & A showing what should and should not be done whilst playing. This was followed by one quiz for our younger juniors and another quiz for older juniors and adults. One of the junior girls teams named the Teletubbies out shone the other teams and scored maximum points. The adult team named ‘Jo is our handicap’ won the wine and chocolates. A raffle and special draw for a Harrods hamper raised £82 for the junior section.

 

 

At back – Patrick & Jo Dewing with Stuart Bizley
Front – Charlotte Chisholm, Lily Farrelly & Georgia Cuddihy

 

 

Dereham Golf Club – Myhill & Cullington Results

 

Dereham Golf Club’s men’s teams played in the first round of the county knockout competitions at the weekend. Both teams were sporting polo shirts kindly sponsored by Marie Pullen of Norfolk Fasteners to whom the golf club is very grateful. In the Myhill Trophy the scores were as follows:

 

R Wilson & A Bates won 1 up
C Miller & L Bates won 2 up
S Hudson & W Cross won 5 up
S Chaney & N Cains lost 1 down

 

The overall result of 7holes up meant a win for the team who will now face  Dunston Hall away.
In the other competition, The Cullington Cup, the team played away to Wensum Valley and unfortunately lost 30 down.

 

 

Team photos: Myhill & Cullington teams wearing shirts sponsored by Norfolk Fasteners

 

Scratch League

 

The end of March saw Dereham playing their first match in the Scratch League for a few years. With a very young squad out at home against Richmond Park they won the match 3-2 with wins going to Nic Cains, Alex Bates and Will Cross.

 

In the recent return match, fielding a slightly different team, they managed to half the match away at Richmond Park.

 

Photo: Alex Bates, Ryan Thorogood, Will Cross, Lewis Bates & Nic Cains

 

 

 

Dereham Golf club completed the 56th season of Winter Sunday afternoon competitions on Sunday 11th March. The end of season was celebrated with afternoon tea followed by the trophy presentation. The friendly mixed greensome competition is played every Sunday afternoon from the end of October until mid-March with a weekly draw made for partners with points being awarded to players achieving 1st 2nd and 3rd places each week. The Overall winner of the Competition this year was George Bedwell, with Marjorie Harvey being the best lady and David Ashfield being the best gent. Photo one George Bedwell (left) with Captain John Chaney. Photo two George Bedwell (centre) with Marjorie Harvey and David Ashfield.

 

 

 

DAILY MAIL RESULTS

 

On a very wet and windy Sunday 4th March, the Dereham men’s team played away in the second round of the Mail on Sunday to Royal Cromer and the ladies Daily Mail Foursomes pair played their first round match away at Hunstanton.

 

The men had a successful day beating Royal Cromer 3-2, the results were as follows:

 

Richard Wilson won 6 & 4
Simon Chaney won 1 up
Will Cross won 4 & 2
Alex Bates lost 5 & 3
Ryan Thorogood lost 7 & 5

 

This is a great result for the Club as it is the first time we have progressed to the third round for many years.

 

Unfortunately our ladies, Heather Clements and Julie Bray, did not have such a good day.

 

Whilst receiving 5 shots they lost their match 4 & 2 but in spite of the poor conditions had an enjoyable game. Considering that Heather and Julie were not the winners of our qualifying competition, the Autumn Foursomes, they put up a good fight; thank you for representing Dereham ladies.

 

 

 

December Delights at Dereham Golf Club

 

December at Dereham Golf Club got off to a great start with 16 teams playing in the annual Turkey Trot. There were prizes for many teams and a festive tea for all. The winning team were organisers Ron Myhill and Ray Wicks along with team members Heather Clements and George Bedwell.

 

The following night President Dudley Mayers chaired the 77th Annual General Meeting. The Captain and Ladies Captain gave reports on their Captains’ year and Stuart Bizley, GMC Chairman, presented the accounts. After the formalities several players were presented with their hole-in-one trophies, the youngest recipient being 14 year-old Frazer Chettleburgh (see pic). Outgoing Captain Kelvin Cleere was presented with his Past Captain’s tie before handing over the reigns to John Chaney. John’s vice-captain will be Kevin Joy. The Ladies Captain for the coming year is Maria Fox and Ladies President Sheila Brightwell.

 

The juniors enjoyed their annual 10-pin bowling Christmas party at Strikes in Dereham. 28 players made up 6 teams. Junior committee member Colin Tucker brought home the winning side (see pic) before all players sat down to a burger & chips tea.

 

Junior secretary Jane Bizley quickly changed her bowling shoes to organise this year’s Christmas bingo at the golf club. The evening was well supported with players winning a great selection of Christmas fare. Ladies Captain Maria Fox announced that just over £120 had been raised and this would be split between the Captains’ charities for 2012, Cystic Fibrosis & Shelter.

 

The next event was the ladies Christmas lunch which was attended by many current and past members. Ladies enjoyed a traditional Christmas meal followed by a couple of songs from the Ladies Captain and past Ladies Captain Helen Howe. Those attending had been asked to bring gifts of food to make a food parcel for the Salvation Army rather than having a Santa sack this year. Ladies Captain Maria said she was overwhelmed with how much had been donated and thanked everyone for their contributions. Father Christmas (alias professional Duncan Abbott) still made a visit to the ladies which caused much amusement.

 

More recently members enjoyed the annual pantomime co-produced by Charles Passant and Dick Wingate. This year we were treated to Alice goes to the Olympics. Once again we were entertained with ditties and rhymes very cleverly written. As usual the cast was headed by Roger Burrage as Alice and Helen Burrage as the red queen. The Captain, Ladies Captain and the two Vice-Captains along with others made up the cast of Wonderland characters (see pic). During the evening members also enjoyed carol singing, a finger buffet and the Christmas draw.

 

To finish the month off members can look forward to the professionals Christmas draw at 12 noon on Christmas Eve, the juniors have a Texas scramble and there is a New Years Eve party for members with live music.

 

Jane Bizley
For Dereham Golf Club
19th December 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October has proved to be a very busy month for Dereham Golf Club.

 

President Dudley Mayers held his President’s night where several cups and trophies were presented. 19 year old Alex Bates won the Presidents Cup (see photo) beating Derek Kevern 2 & 1 in the final. Alex and his Mum Kay were also presented with the Warren mixed knockout trophies. In the Presidents Stableford Terry Weller beat Andy Farrelly on countback with 41 points. Over 50 members enjoyed a two-course meal followed by live music during the evening.

 

In Scotland Helen Burrage and Pam Kaye (see photo) were playing for the Daily Mail Foursomes title having made it through to the last 16 pairs. Their practice round on the Sunday was played and enjoyed in fine weather however the first round on Monday was abandoned after 5 holes due to flooded greens and fairways and high winds. The Tuesday saw a change of format and 18 holes Stableford was played which saw the Dereham ladies finish 5th on 26 points. Pam Kaye said whilst the weather conditions were not great the experience of playing at Dalmahoy and the hospitality shown over the three days was well worth the trip.

 

The Greenkeepers took their revenge on members and set up the course with hidden holes, tractors and trailers dubiously positioned around along with other obstacles to cause problems to those playing. Not to be phased were junior members Jamie Beeby and Nic Cains who took first and second places with 39 and 38 points respectively.

 

Dereham’s professional Duncan Abbott organised the first of this season’s winter alliance competitions with 20 pairs taking part. The winners were Lewis Bates and Graham Baker. Lewis Bates was also in the prizes the following day when he and his partner Richard Wilson won the final of the 2011 Captain/Pro challenge.

 

Anyone interested in playing the Dereham winter alliance should contact Duncan on 01362 695631. The next alliance day is Friday 25th November.

 

President Dudley Mayers & Alex Bates

 

Pam Kaye & Helen Burrage at The Marriott, Dalmahoy, near Edinburgh

 

 

Dereham Golf Club’s annual Am Am

 

Last Sunday saw 26 teams entering Dereham Golf Club’s annual Am Am. Barrie Ellis and Dick Wingate have organised this August event for the best part of 20 years, putting a lot of time and effort into what is one of the best supported days in the Club’s calendar.

 

The four ball teams played throughout the day, followed by a barbecue, raffle and prize giving in the evening. Various spot prizes were awarded and all teams received prizes. The winning team, with a net score of 192, was Richard Wilson, Alex Bates, Lewis Bates & Matt King who either won a pair of Footjoy golf shoes or a new golf bag.

 

A game of heads and tails saw a Cleveland putter, donated by European & Challenge Tour player Andrew Marshall, being won by Graham Howe. During the day £830 was raised; £130 has been donated to the junior section and the remaining £700 will be split between the Captain & Ladies Captain’s charities.

 

Lewis Bates, Richard Wilson, Dick Wingate, Matt King, Barrie Ellis & Alex Bates

 

 

 

Dereham Golf Club June and July Compettion winners

 

Saturday evening (July 30th 2011) saw the second of the bi monthly presentation of competition awards at Dereham Golf club, This presentation recognised the winners of the men’s and mixed club competitions held in June and July, which also included the winner of the Thurlow Nunn cup which was played on that day the last player finishing at 6 15 pm. The winner Graham Taylor being declared the winner moments after. The awards were presented by club Captain Kelvin Cleere and Lady Captain Dianne Wilkinson ( pictured far left) .

 

 

 

 

DEREHAM DOUBLE!

 

In the third round of the Myhill Trophy & Cullington Cup Dereham Golf Club both received home draws. The Myhill team took on Wensum Valley while the Cullington team played Bawburgh. Both teams sported new team shirts which had been very kindly sponsored by Kier Eastern, of which Club member Graham Howe is Managing Director.

 

On what was to be a rather wet and stormy day both teams battled away with the Myhill team winning by 20 holes.

 

The Cullington team had a tough fight on their hands. Having been 3 holes up at lunchtime, the afternoon saw a change of events and at the end of 36 holes Dereham and Bawburgh were all square. Vice Captain John Chaney decided to pair up Kevin Joy & junior Ryan Thorogood for the play-off. With around 50 supporters from both teams following them, they halved the first hole with a par. The match was clinched on the second extra hole by Dereham with a birdie achieved from a 20 feet putt by 16 year-old Thorogood bringing cheers from the Dereham followers.

 

Results:
Myhill team -

Charlie Moore & Chris Miller won 8 up
Tim Witham & Will Cross won 12 up
Simon Chaney & Lewis Bates won 1 up
Richard Wilson & Alex bates lost 1 down

 

Cullington -

Matt King & Mick Simmons lost 6 down
Trevor Bray & Hillary Howlett finished all square
Andrew Morris & Ryan Thorogood won 1 up
Kelvin Cleere & Kevin Joy won 5 up
Play off Kevin Joy & Ryan Thorogood won on 2nd extra hole

In the semi-finals the Myhill team are away to The Links at West Runton and the Cullington team away at Swaffham; the semi-finals will be played on Sunday 14th August.

 

Myhill team & Cullington team

 

 

 

 

 

Dereham Golf Club Mens Invitation Day Saturday 2nd July 2011

 

Dereham Golf Clubs annual men’s Invitation day took place on Saturday 2nd July, 28 players enjoyed sunny dry conditions playing a four ball better ball stableford format each team of two being a member and their guest. The golf was followed by a meal and drinks in the clubhouse rounding off a very enjoyable day for all those involved. There were prizes for the first four teams as follows: 1st with 49 points B Ellis and N Newton 2nd with 44 points K Mann and S Hudson 3rd OCB with 41 Points J Trent and M Lusha 4th with 41 Points A Monks and N Perfect. K Mann won the nearest the pin prize on holes 3 and 12 whilst S Hudson won the longest putt prize on the 18th Hole.

Pictured N Newton and B Ellis Invitation day winners

 

 

 

MEDAL & STABLEFORD WINNERS APRIL & MAY 2011

 

On Saturday 25th June the presentation of medals and glasses was made to the prize winners of the April and May Club Competitions.(pictured) The Club has decided to award the winners of the main Club Competitions with a wine glass engraved with the club badge, the Medal and Stableford winners receiving a medal to commemorate their win.

 

 

 

 

CAPTAINS WEEK 2011 - Dereham Golf Club

 

Dereham Golf Club Captain Kelvin Cleere got Captains week underway with a Mixed Stableford Competition on Sunday 12th June, this was won by Alex Bates with 42 points with Heather Clements taking the ladies prize with 39 points. Two 18 hole competitions followed on Wednesday 15th June and Saturday 18th June both played in Stableford format. Philip Tang winning the Wednesday Competition with 45 points and Terry Weller taking the Saturday event with 41 points. The overall winner of the Captains prize which was the aggregate of the two events over 36 holes was Terry Weller with 84 points Trevor Bray was second with 80 points on count back over 3rd placed John Stroud who also returned 80 points. Richard Wilson Won the best scratch score prize over 18 holes with a gross 69 with Simon Chaney 2nd. All winners received their awards from Captain Kelvin Cleere in a packed club house, evening entertainment followed ending a very successful week at the club.

 

Captain Kelvin Cleere with overall winner Terry Weller

 

Richard Wilson Scratch prize winner

 

 

 

Dereham Golf Club – It’s been a busy week!

 

On Sunday 15th May Dereham Golf Club’s juniors’ team visited Sheringham Golf Club to take on their team in the K K Smith junior county knockout. Our boys found the course tough on what was a very blustery day along the North Norfolk coast. In spite of their hard fought efforts they lost 14 down.

 

Team photo shows Club Captain Kelvin Cleere, Junior Vice Captain Lewis Bates, Nic Cains, Jamie Beeby, Ryan Thorogood and Team Organiser Colin Tucker.

 

Dereham Ladies played in their Closed Meeting on the following Tuesday. 26 ladies played an 18 hole medal round in the morning, followed by 9 holes greensomes in the afternoon. There were some excellent scores in both competitions and the excitement of a hole-in-one on the 12th for Elizabeth Bench.

 

Results:
Division 1: Elizabeth Bench 87-21-66 (ocb), Jean Paskin 87-21-66 &
Carole Harrisson 86-15-71
Division 2: Jill Trudgill 87-27-60, Sandra Haw 96-30-66 (ocb) & Karen Gogay (97-31-66)
Greensomes: Helen Howe & Sheila Brightwell 24 points, Carole Harrisson & Elizabeth Bench 21 points.

 

Photo: All winners with Ladies Captain Dianne Wilkinson (3rd left) and Ladies President Maggie Wingate (6th from left)

 

Jane Bizley
Junior Secretary &
Ladies Competition Secretary
18th May 2011

 

 

ROYAL WEDDING  Congratulations from all at Dereham Golf Club to the new Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Whilst many club members followed every step of the wedding ceremony, there were some who decided to celebrate by taking part in a Royal Wedding Golf competition. Teams of three competed with one, two, and then three scores counting in a stableford format. 48 members participated and all enjoyed a good afternoon's golf in good weather. Third place went to Bob & Jackie Parker, and Stuart Bizley with 82 points, Second (on count back) was the team of Al Groves, Peter Brightwell and Ron Myhill. First place went to the team Pictured above who are, reading from left to right Charlie Moore, John Trent, and Tim Witham.

SUNDAY CIRCUS 2010-2011 - 55th SEASON Dereham Golf Club celebrated another year of their Sunday Circus completion with afternoon tea followed by the trophy presentation. Alex Bates was overall winner, with Ryan Thorogood as best gent. Helen Burrage and Mitzi Barnes were joint best ladies. The friendly mixed greensome competition is played on Sunday afternoons from the end of October until mid-March with a weekly draw for partners and points being awarded to each pair coming in the top three. This season sixteen competitions have been played, losing three to snow, one to another competition and the other was Boxing Day. 375 members have participated at various times, including ten junior boys, with an average of 25 turning out each week.

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