We added an extra event to our schedule for the season – a match between teams of 8 against the Motor Trades Golf Society.  This first/inaugural match was arranged by Paul Healy of the MT GS at Surbiton Golf Club on Mon 23 May 2022. As this was a late addition to our list of events, many of those who wanted to play had other commitments, with the regrettable result that we could only field a team of 6.  Nevertheless, we all met up for a snack lunch and then played a 4BBB match.  The first pairing of Paul Symes and Mark Smith lost 2:3, the second pair of Paul Beever and Eddie Cox drew, and the final pair of Alan Butterworth and David Wilson won 2:1 – so the match was halved. MT GS produced a trophy for this match – so retain it until next year. We were pleasantly surprised by the tranquillity of this lovely setting within the M25 ring and with the quality of the course.  We also enjoyed the glorious weather, a great meal and the opportunity to [...]

As evidenced by the main picture, Hankley Common GC was in its usual superb condition for our annual Spring Meeting. When the Spring Meeting moved to Hankley Common GC from its original home at Denham GC in 2008, we were indebted to Flexi-Narrow Aisle, through member John Maguire, for their sponsorship. The fact that Flexi-Narrow Aisle have continued to support this event over the years is evidence of the benefits such exposure to, and networking with,  senior figures in the logistics industry can bring. This year, relaxation of two years of pandemic-enforced restrictions made the day all the more enjoyable for the 20 members and 5 guests who graced the fairways – and the heather – of this gem of a course, on a dry but overcast and breezy day. After the morning golf, members and guests were treated to an excellent 3-course meal, followed by coffee and presentation of the competition prizes in the club lounge. In recognition of the fact that a large majority of the participants are no longer competitive in [...]

With high hopes for a successful new season, 22 members – including a welcome newcomer, Garrett Emmerson – arrived at Beaconsfield Golf Club on Tuesday 12th April to kick off our 2022 golfing year. Prior to the golf, and for the first time in 2 years, we were able to hold a proper AGM without having to resort to video conferencing. Mandatory officers were voted into post, reports delivered on the society activities for 2021 and events were confirmed for 2022. There was then much discussion on the society's programme for 2023 and beyond in the light of significantly increased event costs as clubs react to increased demand. The period of wet and cold weather experienced earlier in the year had given way to dry, cloudy conditions on the day, with temperatures in the mid-teens. Unfortunately, preparation of this normally immaculate golf course had been hampered by the adverse conditions and it was generally agreed that the greens in particular were not up to the club’s usual standard - even the normal practice putting green was out of [...]