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Any questions relating to Rushmere Golf Club will be answered by the Club General Manager, Bob Tawell.

Competition results and up to date news will be posted on these pages on a regular basis with a calendar of forthcoming events, tee availability and basic club rules.

On the other pages you will find special offers and tips from the Club PGA Professional, Kelvin Vince, a social calendar of forthcoming events for members and their guests within the Clubhouse Page and on the Hole By Hole Guide you will find illustrations of the course with tips and a scorecard which we hope you will find useful.

These pages are here to help us to communicate with our members, potential Members, Societies and anyone with an interest in sampling the delights of Rushmere Golf Club.

Please contact Bob Tawell or his assistant Carol Bugg with your news, results or any other suggestions or comments you may have about this site.

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Hodgson

David Wolton beat Ross Howard in the Final of the Hodgson Matchplay at Rushmere, which was refereed by Club Captain Stephen Auld.

L/R Ross Howard, David Wolton, Stephen Auld.

Nick Siddall

Matthew Godbold and Robert Glassford beat Ben Tawell and Sean Payne in the Final of the Nick Siddall refereed by Vice Captain John Peddelty.

L/R Sean Payne, Robert Glassford, John Peddelty Vice Captain, Matthew Godbold, Ben Tawell

Kim Jansson Charity Day

Rushmere Golf Club staged the third Kim Jansson Charity Golf Day and raised over £2000 for Kim's trust fund. Kim used to ride for Ipswich Witches and was a keen golfer and member at Rushmere Golf Club. Over twenty teams took part with all holes sponsored. The day finished with a Trick golf show from Kevin Carpenter.

L/R John Peddelty, Mick Webb, Justin Winn, Ron Hewlett, Tony Wallis, and Kevin Carpenter pictured with Kim Jansson.

Lady Captain Drive In

Mary Pendle the new Lady Captain at Rushmere Golf Club driving in as attached.

Lady Prize Winners 2010/11 with Club Captain Stephen Auld and Club President Brian Perks.

Hole In One

Brendan Forde achieved his second hole in one at Rushmere Golf Club's Par 3 177 yards 6th hole using a 6 iron on the 29th October. His playing partners were Ricky Ling, Glen Driver and Martin Janney.

L TO R Brendan Forde & Ricky Ling

STRAIGHT IN FOR LEE - August 2nd 2011

Rushmere member Lee Byford was delighted to hole his tee shot on the par three 14th hole on a warm summer evening. He had plenty of people to share his achievement with as well as his playing partner Richard Jarrett there were other members and guest on the 15th tee. It was Lee's second hole in one, this time a perfectly struck five iron flew straight in the hole. back at the club house lucky members were treated to a celebration drink.

Valerie Mallett acheived her 6th hole in one at the par 3 14th @ Rushmere Golf Club using a three wood, playing in the July Stableford Sybil Voules Trophy. Her playing partner was Claire Phillips. Her last hole in one was playing against the men with Sybil Voules! Looking over her on the Day!

Richard Jarrett congratulating Lee Byford on his hole in one at the 14th par 3 161 yards @ Rushmere Golf Club using a five iron. Lee in Red.

Captains & Presidents Day at Rushmere

Richard Larkins winning the Captains Trophy on Captains Day Stephen Auld Rushmere Golf Club Captain on left

Les Howard on left receiving 1st Prize on Presidents Day from Brian Perks Rushmere Golf Club President, he also wins the President Putter

2011 Junior Captain Drive In

The Junior AGM took place on Sunday May 8th which was Chaired by the President Mr Brian Perks. Stephen Auld Rushmere Club Captain thanked the Junior Organiser Mrs Carol Perks for her many hours she gives to the juniors and congraculated the Juniors on their success of winning the Suffolk Junior Handicap Cup.Mrs Carol Perks gave a slendid report which was well received by the juniors and their parents. At the end of the AGM Stephen Auld presented the prizes. Apologies were received from Melissa Schroeder and Jordan Bloomfield who had both won prizes. James Creasey was elected as the New Junior Captain, taking over from Kieron Hoggarty.

Rushmere Junior Winners 2010 / 11

L/R James Creasey New Junior Captain with Kieron Hoggarty last years Junior Captain.

L/R Stephen Auld Captain, James Creasey Junior Captain and Carol Perks Junior Organiser.

L/R Adrienne Langston Lady Captain, Kieron Hoggarty (J/C 2010/11) James Creasey Junior Captain, Stephen Auld Captain, Carol Perks Junior Organiser.

James Creasey hitting his first drive straight down the middle.

Stephen Auld and Kieron Hoggarty taking on James Creasey and James Markham in the Junior Captain v Captain Team. There were four matches with the score 2-2.

Holes in One at Rushmere

Jane Howard acheived a hole in one at the 14th par 3 134 yards Rushmere Golf Club using a Five Wood. Her playing partner was Jackie Flewitt. Picture L/R Jane Howard , Jackie Flewitt.

2837 Geraint Williams achieved his first hole in one at the 8th hole 134 yards Rushmere Golf Club using a Nine Iron. His playing partners were Mark Endecot and Bryan Klug. Picture L/R Mark Endecot, Geraint Williams & Bryan Klug.

Stephen Drives In as Rushmere Captain

Stephen Auld took up the game of golf 17 years ago and this weekend 18th March 2011 saw Stephen Drive In as Rushmere Golf Clubs Captain. He was fortunate to have the best weather so far this year and the sunshine certainly bought the best out of him as he smashed his second ball 187 yards down the fairway, (we won't mention the first, but somewhere in Australia)! Stephen has worked for Ipswich Borough Council since 1974, where he started as a Graduate Engineer and finished in 2007 as Head of Transport and Engineering. Stephen is married to Audrey and have one daughter Helen. It is probably the first left hander geodie we have had as a Club Captain. His favorite football teams are Everton and Newcastle. Stephens Vice Captain will be ex Ipswich player (another gerdie) John Peddelty. The Rushmere Members turned out in force to give Stephen a bit of banter on the first tee.

L TO R Stephen Auld & John Peddelty

L TO R Helen Auld, Stephen Auld & Audrey Auld

Stephen Driving Off

Brian Perks President, Stephen Auld Captain and David Duffell Past Captain.

Mark Flory acheived his second hole in one at the par 3 8th hole 134 yards using a 9 iron at Rushmere Golf Club, his playing partners were Peter Jordan and Joe Kimble.

L - R Peter Jordan, Mark Flory, Joe Kimble.

Daniel Jennings acheived his first hole in one at the par 3 14th hole 161 yards using a 4 Hibred. His playing partners in the recent stableford were Jordan Bloomfield and Kevin Canham. Daniel finished second in this adult competition.

L - R Daniel Jennings, Jordan Bloomfield.

Dave Shumake part of the Tuesday old gits (TOGS) holed in one at the par 3 6th hole 164 yards using a 7 iron at Rushmere Golf Club. This is the third time he has holed in one at the 6th, his playing partners were Malcolm Whurr, Dave Farmer and John Laws.

L - R Malcolm Whurr, Dave Shumake, Dave Farmer and John Laws.

Wednesday 20th October saw Adrienne Langston drive in as Lady Captain for Rushmere Golf Club. Adrienne has been a member of Rushmere Golf Club since 1993. Adrienne's late Husband Andy was Captain of Rushmere in the year 2000. Adrienne's Vice Captain will be Mrs Mary Pendle.

Adrienne with the Barratt Bowl presented at the AGM.

Adrienne ready to Drive off.

Adrienne Langston Lady Captain Rushmere Golf Club picture with daughter Debbie and Grandson Nathan, not for getting the dog Bella.

Picture 2698 Adrienne with all the Lady Winners of Competitions held during 2010. Also in picture Club President Brian Perks, and Club Captain David Duffell.

LATEST HOLES IN ONE

Tricia Laws acheived her first hole in one at the 129 yard par 3 6th at Rushmere Golf Club using a Driver in strong winds. Her playing partners were Sue Cullingham Lady Captain @ Rushmere Golf Club and Audrey Cannell.

L TO R Audrey Cannell, Tricia Laws and Sue Cullingham.

Matthew Wilkinson acheived his first hole in one at the Par 3 8th 134 yards with a pitching wedge. His playing partners were Mike Linsell and Gordon Gormer also members of Rushmere Golf Club.

L TO R Gordon Gormer, Matthew Wilkinson and Mike Linsell.

Peter Robinson achieved his third hole in one playing in the Midweek Stableford with Andrew Woodman at the Par 3 6th with a 6 iron.

Peter Robinson.

Newly weds Kevin and Sarah Eagle did the double in the Rushmere Club Championships. Kevin won playing off scratch by ten shots, with rounds of 68 and 71 to retain the Percy Adams Cup he won last year. Not to be outdone Sarah who married Kevin in May also won the Ladies Club Championship adding her name to the Joan Legget Bowl by ten shots playing off a handicap of ten with rounds of 91 and 81. Ten out of ten for the New Eagle Partnership.

KIM JANSSON CHARITY GOLF DAY

Tony Wallis and Justin Winn organised the second Kim Jansson Charity Golf Day at Rushmere Golf Club on Friday September 2nd. Kim whose was an Ipswich Witches Rider and a member of Rushmere Golf Club was involved in an accident that broke his back, which ended his Speedway career. Several of the members were close friends of Kim, John Peddelty and Ron Hewlett. Ron donated the prizes, while other good friends and Rushmere Golf Club donated prizes for the draw. The winner of the day was Cam Montieth with 43 points, Spanish was 2nd, with Vinney Grimsey 3rd and Andy Harrison 4th. On the day Tony & Justin raised £541 for Kim after an Auction at the end of the Golf. Next year the date will be Friday 2nd September 2011. If anyone would like to enter a team, or as an individual, or maybe sponsor a hole please ring Bob Tawell on 01473-725648.

SENIORS TEAM INVITATION held at Rushmere Golf Club

The first Seniors Team Invitation was run at Rushmere Golf Club in August with 14 teams of six taking part. The day was run by Mr Brian Perks President of Rushmere Golf and his team of ladies. Brian also donated the Claret Jug to be played for each year. The course at Rushmere was in excellent condition, which saw some good scores recorded. Thanks to Sean Payne and his Team for the food supplied on the day.

Scores

Individual	1st	Stephen Auld	Rushmere	42pts
	2nd	Ricky Ling	Rushmere	39pts
	3rd	M.Cobbold	Stowmarket	38pts ocb

Best Front 9		Graham Sanders	Manor of Groves	21pts

Best Back 9		Robin Surety	Ipswich	21pts


TEAM		1st	Manor of Groves	179pts
			Winners of the Claret Jug

		2nd	Rushmere	177pts
		3rd	Ipswich	174pts
		4th	Tyred Men	169pts
		5th	Bunker Boys	166pts
		6th	Bury St Edmunds	163pts
		7th	Stowmarket Seniors	162pts ocb
		8th	Crondon Park	162pts

Stephen Auld receiving his prize from Sue Cullingham Lady Captain Rushmere Golf Club.

Brian Perks President RushmereGolf Club presenting Claret Jug to the Captain of the Manor of Groves Team Stephen Crisp. The winning team were Stephen Crisp, S.Lythell, T.Cook, D.Filler, A.Hayter, D.Bristow.
Bob

HOLE IN ONE

Gary Morgan achieved his first hole in one in the Bill Crane Cup at the Par 3 169 yards 14th Hole at Rushmere Golf Club. His playing partner was Stephen Pardue. It was a double celebration for Gary as he celebrated his 23rd Wedding Anniversary on the same day. Also the members thanked him for the drink afterwards.

Jordan Bloomfield a Junior at Rushmere Golf Club achieved his first hole in one at the Par 3 169 yard 14th Hole at Rushmere Golf Club, whilst playing in the Nugent Cup against Owen Vint, unfortunately Jordan lost the knockout match, but will always treasure his 1st hole in one. If you are a junior golfer girl or boy and interested in joining a Club please contact our Head Professional Kelvin Vince PGA on 01473-728076 or our General Manager Bob Tawell on 01473-725648. Lots of coaching planned till the end of this year and Competitions including fun games organised by our Junior Organisers Mrs Carol Perks and Stephen Auld.

Hole In One - Brian Legg

Visitor to Rushmere Golf Club Brian Legg Mid Herts Golf Club acheived a hole in one at the par 3 6th hole 164 yards, using a five iron. His playing partners were his wife Pippa Legg and friends Mike and Carolyn Heywood from Stowmarket Golf Club. The members still in the bar at 6pm were very thankful for the genorousity shown by Brian.

L TO R Mike Heywood, Carolyn Heywood, Brian Legg and Pippa Legg

2010 PRESIDENTS DAY WINNERS

Phil Nichols receiving his Prize on Presidents Day from President Brian Perks.

John Jacobs receiving his prize from Brian Perks President for the Midweek Competition.

Young Brynn Wilkinson receiving his prize from Brian Perks for winning the Junior Presidents Putter.

HOLE IN ONE IN THE HIGHLANDS
for Rushmere's Terry

Rushmer Members Elaine and Terry Sykes were on holiday is Scotland playing at Fort William Golf Club on the 24th May 2010 , the hole in one was on the 125 yd 6th hole using a pitching wedge . "This was my 1st ever hole in one , Happy days" said a delighted Terry

A dveil of a Hole in One

Peter Jordan achieved his sixth hole in one at the 6th Hole at Rushmere Golf Club using a six iron on Tuesday 23rd February 2010. His playing partners were Barry Broad and Ricky Ling.

Picture left to right Ricky Ling, Peter Jordan and Barry Broad

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HOLES IN ONE AT RUSHMERE - January 2010 Aces coming thick and fast at Rushmere

Despite the extreme cold weather and the hindrance of snow, golf is under way and Rushmere's first hole in one of the New Year was achieved by Derek Norton using an 8 iron at the par 3 145 yards 8th hole. His playing partners were Keith Norton, Kieran Norton and David Gitchem.

– LADIES SECTION -

The Annual General Meeting of the Rushmere Ladies section was held on Wednesday the 21st October 2009 with the Club President Mr Terry Mills in the chair, also in attendance the General Manager Mr. Bob Tawell, and the Seniors Captain
Mr Brian Perks and 42 Lady members.

The out going Lady Captain Mrs Carol Perks presented Nicola Whymark from the East Anglian Air Ambulance with a cheque for £3414. 23, this fabulous amount for which Nicola was very grateful had been raised through out the year by holding Beach Hut parties, Barbeques, Cream Teas, making cakes, selling plants, raffles, talks and playing golf I guess as everybody going into the Charity Bunkers contributed.
A minute silence was held in remembrance of Lady members who had passed away, Gladys Shemeld, Margaret Roberts and Pammy Glue.
Carol then presented flowers for 4 Special Birthdays to Margaret Freeman, Alison Hemming, June Kenworthy and Margaret Scales, and then continued with her Captain’s Report saying where has the year gone? It has been busy, interesting, challenging and hopefully an enjoyable year, helped by glorious weather except for a few weeks early in the year.
All Competitions were completed, social mixed games and mixed cup competitions were all well supported, as were the friendly matches v Juniors, Vets and Mixed Matches.
We lost the Haskell on the 36th hole to Gorleston at Gorleston, once again we made the Final of the Stearn Competition but lost to Fynn Valley at Ipswich, many thanks to all the Caddies and supporters and to the working girls for taking time off work to play in all the Competitions.
Thanks to Kelvin Vince for his coaching sessions.
Congratulations to Valerie Mallett for being County Vets Captain last year and County Vets President this year.
Our Special days were blessed with good weather, well organised by members of the Committee and well supported.
My Lady Captains day was most enjoyable, so nice to see everybody especially the ladies that no longer play. We had an away day at Seckford and an away week-end at
Sprowston Manor, which were both excellent, and a chance for the Sunday and Wednesday ladies to get together.
Holes in one were achieved by Maureen Farmer on the 14th at Rushmere and by Irma Suttle on the 15th at Ipwich in the final of the Stearn.
Carol thanked her Committee for all their hard work throughout the year, and
also thanked all the members who had supported and contributed to her charity.
On handing over to the New Lady Captain Carol said I know she will do a splendid job.
The new Lady Captain Mrs Sue Cullingham was duly elected.
The following Officers were elected: Vice-Captain Adrienne Langston, Secretary Margaret Gray, Competitions Secretary Carol Perks, Handicap Secretary Margaret Castle, and Committee Members Pat Doubleday, Denise Martin, Joyce Smith
The club President presented the trophies that had been won during the year.

After the meeting the Ladies enjoyed a bucks fizz with the new captain followed by her drive in and a 9 hole competition captain v past captains, and they only got a little bit wet.

For the leading scores in the 2009 club championship please go to the results pages.

MICHAEL WINS 2009 RUSHMERE VASE Michael wins the Vase

Michael Buck won the third Rushmere Vase with a morning round of 70 and an afternoon round of 67 playing off scratch. He was also the winner of the Suffolk Order of Merit section. His playing partners for the day were the young Robert Salter from Ufford Park who is a member of the County Under 14's and Brian Bidwell from Rookery Park. Michael only stepped in at the last minute 8.30pm Saturday night after some badgering from Kelvin Vince and Bob Tawell to fill the slot made vacant due to the illness of young Tom Pettifer from Rookery Park. Michael has been a County Player and with close rival Dave Quinney playing, will surely be trying to tempt him back. Michael is a full time green keeper at Rushmere Golf Club and the greens on the day were in top condition, which was appreciated by the whole field.

Pictured: Michael Buck receiving Trophies from Club Captain Mr Geoff Brock

Will Wright first Hole in One in the Vase

Dress Code

•Members and Visitors are expected to be neatly dressed at all times.
Dress Rules in the Lounge, Dining Room and Bar

•Smart casual wear is allowed except for Club functions. •Gentlemen must wear jacket and tie after 6.00pm for formal gatherings in the dining room. •Tailored knee length shorts may be worn until 7:00pm.

•Footwear must be worn, but training, track shoes or sports shoes are not allowed. •Gentlemen are requested to wear socks.

•Gentlemen are expected to wear their shirts tucked in and are not permitted to wear collarless or sleeveless shirts.

•Blue denim wear, leather bomber jackets, track or shell suits, football and rugby shirts, any clothing considered to be outdoor wear, hats and visors are not allowed.

Mobile phones can be used in the Clubhouse.

CONTACT THE CLUB

General Manager:R W G Tawell
Secretary's Assistant Mrs C Bugg
Bar and Catering - Pearl Tel: 01473 719034
Head Greenkeeper- Patrick Swinn -Mobile:07833 164462
Professional- Kelvin Vince PGA

Dress Rules on the Course

•Tailored knee length shorts may be worn with long socks or short sports socks (predominantly white).

•Golf shoes must be worn (except for juniors under 14).

•Gentlemen are expected to wear their shirts tucked in and are not permitted to wear collarless or sleeveless shirts.

•Blue denim wear, track or shell suits, football and rugby shirts are not allowed.

If in doubt please ask at the bar or the Professional's Shop.
Members are reminded that they are responsible for ensuring that their guests conform with the above rules.