Cleobury Golf

Hello once again one and all, two quick things;

1) How is it nearly November?
2) People are telling me its going to be 22 degrees on Thursday?

Time is going way too quick! This week we have loads to report once again, I thought everything was supposed to slow down!

The lads have been working hard and have started hand cutting the tees. How good do they look!

The forecast looks good for night golf, we have space left for 1 more team of 4. If you would like to play please let us know by calling 01299 271112.

If you fancy a round book online here.

Pro's news

Rock Rule

We have had a few questions about the rock on the 4th of Deer Park as pictured.

The rock has been there from the start, but if your ball goes behind it what is the rule?

The rock is classed as a loose impediment. This means the rock can either be moved or, if this is not possible, relief can be taken but at the cost of a 1 stroke penalty.

So if you are stuck behind it get your playing partners to move it, play it as it lies or take the penalty, your call.

Course news

More Drainage

With the nice weather the greenkeepers have risked it and been out adding some drainage onto Deer Park. As you all know, along the wood it does hold the water, so the drains have been added.

What do they do?

Stage 1 – Using a PTO trencher going in at a depth of 50cm the trench is dug. The excess soil is then put into a trailer for other uses (which you will find out next week).

Stage 2 – Dependent on the trench one of the following will happen;

A – If the trench leads to another pipe or into a ditch the pipe is inserted on the bottom of the trench.
B - Stone is then added to the trench until it reaches the surface.

Stage 3 - Soil is then put back on top for it to settle down and grow over.

The stone allows for the water to flow through quicker reaching either the pipe or the bottom of the trench at a quicker rate. This means the water won’t be stuck on the surface.

Obviously if you go in any of these they are classed as GUR.

Christmas news

Christmas & Sunday Lunch Bookings

With the golf season getting a little quieter it is time to focus on the mighty Sunday lunch. These proved very popular last winter with the quality of meat and portion size being the most popular feedback we received. If your looking for a new place to try pop over and see us. The menu is different each week and booking is essential.

1 course £8.95
2 course £12.95
3 course £14.95

Each table is made up to the highest standard and seating is in our conservatory where possible.

Christmas is Coming

Get into the festive spirit this year when you let Cleobury Mortimer Golf Club take care of your Christmas party. With a fine selection of food and drink available your Christmas party will be both memorable and relaxing.

With fresh, local and seasonal produce used you can be assured that your meal will be of the highest quality, add to this great wines at affordable prices, real ale on tap and a warm and cosy atmosphere it really will be a great occasion for a traditional Christmas dinner with family or a Christmas party with friends or work colleagues.

We have the facility to offer catering from 4 up to 80 people with car parking on site.

We have three main dining areas:
The Wyre Suite - 80 capacity
The Match Room - 54 capacity
The Conservatory - 24 capacity

The Christmas menu is available from 1st December until the end of January 2018.

Book now to avoid disappointment. Below is the Christmas Menu. If you would like more information or to arrange a time to book a table for party please contact us here.

Starters

Cream of vegetable soup with dinner roll
Smoked salmon and prawns with lemon mayo sauce
Chicken liver pate with crostini
Baby camembert in crispy breadcrumbs with cranberry sauce (V)

Main Course

Traditional roast turkey with stuffing and pigs in blankets
Poached salmon in a lemon and dill sauce.
Homemade game pie, with a red wine gravy
Mushroom, brie, hazelnut and cranberry wellington (V)

All main courses served with roast potatoes, parsnip mash, carrots and brussels sprouts .

Desserts

Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
Homemade chocolate roulade
Christmas cheesecake
Cheese and biscuits

Tea/Coffee & Mince Pies

Two Course £15.95 & Three Course £18.95.

The Christmas menu is available until the end of January 2018.

Shop news

Bright Balls!

We know you have spotted them, you can’t miss them, they feel different and look a little strange. You all want to know about them so here is the lowdown!

They come in a range of vivid colours including Pink, Green & Orange and have an unusual, but amazing matte finish! It may be different but embrace it!

These golf balls have a titanium, high-energy core, which produces extra length while the soft cover provides superior feel and more control in the short irons and on the green! The unique dimple design ensures you as the golfer get an optimum trajectory every time.

These golf balls will give you a stable and consistent ball flight and are suitable for all golfers!

They are selling like hot cakes currently so make sure you get one and give it a go!

£2.50 each or 3 for £5, they’ll prove their worth especially as they are easier to see in the leaves!

Club news

Captains Drive In

What a day Sunday was for the Captains Drive In; 76 played and 86 attended the food and presentation after play. When everyone checked in we asked them to guess the combined yardage. This was 646 yards and the closest guess was 650 by Gordon Moriaty, someone did however guess 649, but forgot to write their name down (Gary Hawes). Ash Cook was dialled in as he won the nearest the pin on both the 6th and 5th!

Some great teams were down on paper and despite it being windy, no rain came down making it really good for scoring. John Westley, Anne Breakwell, Neil Brydon and Lewis Hodges did enough to win the mixed prize with a great score of 58.7. The eventual winners of the day were Gordon Moriaty, James Whitehouse, Karl Tyers and Simon Johnson, they collectively all chipped in making it a real team effort, especially Simon who I am told held a couple of monster putts to finish with a brilliant score of 57.5!

After a delicious buffet prepared by George and the team and paid for by the committee, everyone made their way into the match room for the presentation. All the summer trophy competitions have been played for and this was the chance for the winners to get presented the trophies and cut glass personalised coaster.

It was great to see so many stay and a big well done to Josh and Amy who did the presentation. Incoming Captain Jamie Fearnley then addressed the room and we all wished him a great term in office.

If you missed the captains drive in here is the video.

Days like this are why you are a member of a golf club, brilliant atmosphere, banter and laughs.

Have a great golfing week everyone and if your looking for a game or lessons please get in touch.

The CMGC Team.