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Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Becoming a Member. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Members’ Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Take the Course Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Juniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Professional and Pro Shop. . . . . . . . . . 17
Information for Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Clubhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Weddings and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . 33 Corporate Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Open Competitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Social Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 How to Find Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 www.nwgolfclub.com
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Welcome North Worcestershire Golf Club is a first class golfing facility in south Birmingham and a green oasis in the suburb of Northfield, providing habitat for many species of wildlife. A traditional and long-established private members’ club, we celebrated our centenary in 2007. Our gem of a parkland layout was designed by one of the foremost architects of his time, James Braid, a five-time Open champion. There is always a warm welcome for visitors, golf societies and corporate days who are guaranteed a memorable day both on the course and in our well-appointed clubhouse. Our premises, which were refurbished for our centenary, are available to hire for weddings and other special occasions.
If you are looking to join a club as a member, there are few better choices. There is a good balance between competitive golf in the form of club competitions, matches against other clubs and social golf with frequent roll-ups. Our PGA professional provides expert golf tuition for every level from beginner to advanced player and all the latest equipment can be found in the wellstocked Pro Shop at very competitive prices. North Worcestershire Golf Club is easy to get to by road and rail and offers a wonderful course and a friendly atmosphere with welcoming members and caring staff who are eager to please. So why not pay us a visit and see for yourself?
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History Our club can trace its beginnings back to the time of Edward Cadbury, who in 1905 let it be known that he was prepared to allow up to 50 people to play on his private golf course (a short nine-hole design at Woodbrooke between Griffins Hill and Bournville). This offer proved so popular that Mr Cadbury changed his mind, cancelled the concession and returned the fees to all those who had paid them. A love of golf in the people of the area had nevertheless been aroused and they were not to be denied. Oliver J. Chambers, one of the leading spirits, approached Thomas Quinney as to the possibility of playing golf on Mason Leys Farm. Agreement was reached on the use of sufficient land for nine holes subject to the conditions that no hedges were to be cut, there should be no Sunday play and that no dogs should be allowed
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on account of the grazing of sheep over the land. A meeting was held, attended by 56 people, at which it was agreed to form a golf club to be called Northfield Golf Club. At this time Northfield was in Worcestershire and when it was subsequently annexed into a suburb of Birmingham and thus into Warwickshire, the committee of the day opted to remain affiliated to Worcestershire. The Kings Norton professional, W. E. Lewis, planned the links for a nominal fee, while a local gardener laid the greens and tees. A really good nine holes were played on for a time. There were no made bunkers, the hedges being considered sufficient hazards. The fairways were cut by a horse-drawn machine and the rough had to be scythed, the members
helping in this work. Franklin Davis was elected President with T. E. Davis Hon Treasurer and Oliver J. Chambers Hon. Secretary. The first clubhouse was a shed with a grill and this was open to the elements. The only refreshment available was tea on Saturdays provided by a local confectioner. Fear not, times have changed! In 1911 the club was formed into a limited company and became North Worcestershire Golf Club, coinciding with the extending of the course to 18 holes. Advice on the new layout was sought from James Braid, then reigning Open champion. Although many improvements to the course have since been made, the general layout remains as planned by Braid and the club has, in recent years, reverted back to playing the holes exactly in the order the great man intended.
The official opening took place in 1912, with an exhibition match between Braid and Harry Vardon, who would go on to win no fewer than 11 Open titles between them. One of the most important events in club history took place the following year when members raised enough money through buying debentures for the club to buy the freehold of the land. The present clubhouse opened in 1919 and with much refurbishment and modernisation over the years is a spacious and comfortable building in which to relax after a round of golf. The club has overcome several crises at certain stages of its first 100 years, but has shown admirable resilience in the face of adversity due to the dedication and hard work of its enthusiastic membership. We have every reason to look forward to the future with optimism. www.nwgolfclub.com
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The Course Our 18-hole course is widely regarded as one of the finest examples of the work of James Braid and one that still maintains many of his design signatures. Braid would certainly approve of the efforts of our dedicated team of greenkeeping staff, who strive to present his design in the optimum condition each and every day.
The present day layout provides a golfing examination which is significantly more challenging than the course of old. In large part this is due to the number of mature trees in evidence which, while offering a delightful backdrop to an invigorating round of golf, are best to be viewed from a distance rather than at close quarters with club in hand! The well-designed layout may only measure slightly under 6,000 yards from the medal tees but provides a good test of golf for players of all abilities, as the Standard Scratch Score of 68 against the par of 69 proves. The ladies receive an additional shot on the 3rd, playing this long and testing par 4 for the men as a par 5.
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Everyone will have their favourite holes, but those carrying a lead into the closing stretch can never feel safe until they shake hands in front of the clubhouse. The short 17th requires nothing more than a well-struck wedge, but can yield anything from a birdie to a double-bogey five or worse, while the long closing par-4 18th is the second toughest hole on the course and requires two true strikes to get home.
The basic principles for scoring well remain unaltered from more than a century ago: straight hitting, good course management, keeping the ball in play and a fundamentally sound short game. For this reason our course has stood the test of time well and is likely to do so for many years to come, whatever further advances in golf club technology the future may bring.
The front nine is by far the longer of the two, with one par 3 and the lone par 5, the ninth. With three par-3s and a number of risk-and-reward holes on the inward half, you might think a low score was there for the taking. Think again! Many people visit us for a second time, inspired by the majestic Braid design and the thought that they might fare better second time around. www.nwgolfclub.com
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Take the Course Tour We hope you enjoy your time with us at North Worcestershire Golf Club. Here are a few handy tips and course notes from our PGA Professional Richard Davies which should help you make the most of your round if you have never visited us before.
Hole 1 (Grafton’s Plateau) 284 yards, par 4 Aim your drive up the right side to avoid the ditch down the left. Make sure you have enough club with your approach shot to clear the brook, which is only about ten yards in front of the green. Hole 2 (Braids Best) 408 yards, par 4 Requires a long straight drive up the hill.The second shot needs to hit the right side of the green as it slopes from right to left. Hole 3 (The Presidents) 437 yards, par 4 Aim your drive up the left side and let the natural contours feed the ball into the centre of the fairway as it runs down the hill. Beware the bunker at the front right of the green, so ideally look to come in from the left.
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Hole 4 (Sand Traps) 152 yards, par 3 Nice par 3. The green is surrounded by bunkers and should you avoid the sand aim to get your ball on the same level as the flag for a birdie putt on the two-tiered green. Hole 5 (Clubhouse) 344 yards, par 4 A slight dog-leg right to left and really big hitters can go for the green. For mere mortals, however, an ideal tee shot will leave you between 100 and 130 yards into the green and an accurate approach makes birdie a possibility.
Hole 6 (Franklyn) 361 yards, par 4 A dog left to right. The perfect tee-shot is driven just left of the right-hand bunkers.The green is narrow at the front and wider at the back, so it is best to play beyond the pin for safety and avoid the bunkers at the front. Hole 7 (The Beech) 410 yards, par 4 The hardest hole on the course merits its Stroke Index of 1. The ideal position for the uphill tee shot is the right side of the fairway, this will open up the green for your second shot, generally leaving a mid to long iron into the green. Four is always a good score.
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Take the Course Tour Hole 8 (Sherwood) 320 yards, par 4 A short hole with trees either side of the fairway and penalising rough which offers risk and reward. You can drive the green, but need to be straight, or can take two irons to be sure of not wrecking your card. Hole 9 (Masonleys) 558 yards, par 5 The only par-five on the card, a dog-leg right that requires three good shots to reach the green. Be careful to avoid the big oak tree to the left of the fairway with your second shot.
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(continued) Hole 10 (Dingle) 396 yards, par 4 A good drive is needed up the middle of the fairway, this will leave you a semi-blind approach shot to a narrow green which slopes slightly from right to left. Hole 11 (Metcalf) 355 yards, par 4 A short par 4, with a slight dog-leg left. The ideal tee shot will leave around 100 to 130 yards to the pin. There is a big bunker on the left of the green and an oak tree overhangs on the right, so accuracy with your approach is vital.
Hole 12 (Chambers) 183 yards, par 3 Uphill short hole, with bunkers left and right of the green. Choosing the right club can sometimes prove to be a problem, as it is not always easy to gauge the wind swirling around the trees. Hole 13 (Woodbrook) 402 yards, par 4 An intimidating tee-shot for the less than confident golfer, with the ball having to be threaded through a funnel of trees and over a pond, while also avoiding the bunker on the right side of the fairway. Beware the ditch in front of the green and the two sand traps with your approach shot.
Hole 14 (Birkett) 281 yards, par 4 A classic short hole, this par 4 is drivable and can bring big rewards if the big dip in the fairway is avoided with your tee shot. Hole 15 (Lickey View) 224 yards, par 3 A very tough short hole, don’t pick this one for your nearest the pin competitions if you want a prizewinner! Uphill and invariably into the prevailing wind, only a very good tee shot will hit the green. Par is a good score here.
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We provide a high standard of health and social care in Worcestershire, placing the individual at the centre of all we do.
Our homes provide long term and respite nursing care for older people with physical frailty or those with dementia • Dementia care • Day Care • Respite • First class catering • Tailored, meaningful activities • Freshly prepared meals
Our care homes in Worcestershire include: • The Hawthorns, Evesham Our Worcestershire community service is entrusted with the care of vulnerable children and adults with varying needs. We offer home care packages in, Worcester City, Kidderminster and Redditch. More specialised supported living is offered throught the whole of the West Midlands.
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Take the Course Tour Hole 16 (Austin Rise) 319 yards, par 4 A slight dog-leg left. Hit your drive over the hill and ideally to the left side of the fairway, leaving a short approach shot. Stay out of trouble and this hole offers a real chance to make birdie.
(continued) Hole 17 (Sandpits) 106 yards, par 3 A very short short hole of under 100 yards from the yellow tees, but don’t drop your guard as there is a huge crater in front of the green that must be avoided at all costs. The green slopes severely from back right to front left. Easy birdies or big scores are both possible on this hole! Hole 18 (Cadbury) 410 yards, par 4 A fabulous finishing hole which is a slight dog-leg left to right. An ideal tee shot will leave around 150 to 170 yards into the green. The second shot is uphill and can often play more than the yardage suggests.
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Professional and Pro Shop North Worcestershire Golf Club Pro Shop is the place to go to take care of all your golfing needs. The club’s PGA Professional, Richard Davies, and his team are on hand to give you the advice and information you require to make sound buying decisions. We are stockists of all leading manufacturers of drivers, fairway woods, utility woods, irons, wedges and putters, including Wilson and Ping. Rangefinders from Bushnell and the latest GPS watches will help you home in on the target while golfers can also look the part on the course with some stylish attire from Glenbrae, Lobster, Galvin Green and Lyle & Scott. As a member of Foremost, the United Kingdom’s biggest golf buying group, Richard has an extensive network from which to source stock.
So if you are in search of a specific piece of equipment you do not see in the shop, there is a good chance he will be able to get it for you. Backed by the Foremost price promise and Richard’s excellent service you really can’t go wrong. The Pro Shop offers a fast and efficient club repair service or, if you are in the market for some new clubs, why not take advantage of popular custom fitting service? Many recreational golfers play with clubs which are ill-suited to their swing, but with a few simple measurements you could have your own purposebuilt equipment. This service costs less than you think and can bring about a dramatic improvement in ball striking
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Tuition If you have the commitment and desire to lower your handicap then our talented team of teaching professionals will be delighted to help you achieve your goals, whatever they may be. Coupled with our fine practice facilities, adjacent to the 18th fairway, our club professional Richard Davies can offer an all-round game improvement package. Driving accuracy is an important skill to possess, wherever you are playing in the world,but particularly at North Worcestershire. Head Professional Richard Davies can get you on the straight and narrow in no time. Equally, he can sharpen up your short game and save you shots around the green. Richard is happy to utilise traditional teaching methods or can offer you the latest in 21st century video technology on the Ipad.
Sometimes the technique is fine, but not the thought process behind the selection of shot, and that is where an on-course playing lesson can be a huge benefit. One of our professionals gives a unique insight into how to make the most of your ability, to choose the right shot at the right time and subsequently to lower your scores. Discounts are offered for a package of lessons booked at the same time and make the ideal Christmas, birthday or anniversary gift for the golfer in your life. Group lessons are available by arrangement, perfect for a light-hearted and fun way to get a golf society day under way.
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Becoming a Member North Worcestershire is renowned as a friendly club with a wide and varied membership. Membership is open to all upon application – you do not need to know anyone already at the club. We make a point of ensuring new members are made to feel a part of the club from the day they join. Immediately they feel comfortable and quickly find themselves part of a regular group of friends. Competitive golfers can achieve an official CONGU handicap recognised worldwide, and play in regular competitions both with their fellow members and against other clubs. North Worcestershire is a traditional members’ club run for the benefit of the members, with the members playing a key role in the future direction of the club. We welcome applications for membership from existing golfers new to the area, golfers from other local clubs, and keen beginners - men, women and children.
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Our aim is to provide excellent golfing facilities and to encourage youngsters from the local community to enjoy the game of golf. Whatever your background there is a membership category suited to you. Children and young adults benefit from fantastic rates here at North Worcestershire, while still enjoying all the benefits of full membership for just a fraction of the cost. Reduced membership rates are available to children aged 12 and under on an incremental scale right up to the age of 25. Adult membership is reached at age 26, with the option then to come a full (seven day) playing member, or a five-day member. Members are able to follow club results on the internet for free through the popular website How Did i Do.
Some of the compelling reasons to join North Worcestershire Golf Club include: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
A traditional private members’ club, administered for the benefit of our members An excellent, well-maintained and challenging course A discounted green fee rate for your guests First-class clubhouse facilities Friendly club atmosphere with frequent social events Exceptional in-house catering service, available seven days a week Members Card offering discounts on drink purchases at the bar A full calendar of competitions and matches Affiliation to English Golf Union Internet-linked results system Informal competitions and regular roll ups Professional club administration Well-stocked and competitively priced Pro Shop Access to PGA professional for tuition and advice Course information telephone line
Details of current membership rates can be found on the club website, www.nwgolfclub.com.
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Members’ Golf North Worcestershire offers a full programme of competitive golf throughout the year, both in the form of matches against other clubs and in our own competitions. A full calendar runs between April and October with a competition every Saturday for male members. Female members have competitions running over slightly longer periods, theirs taking place every Sunday. Honours board competitions are held almost weekly during the golfing season. One of the most keenly contested is the club championship played over two days in July, with the top 16 from the Saturday medal advancing to compete for the silverware on the following day.
North Worcestershire enters a team in the West Midlands League, offering the chance to represent the club against others in the area. Our seniors, known as the EGGS (Elderly Gentlemen’s Golfing Society), play numerous friendly fixtures throughout the season. Social golf is hugely popular here with roll-ups taking place most Mondays and Wednesdays and at weekends when there is no competition. Anybody that wants to can turn up and play and with a variety of formats and playing partners being drawn, it represents an excellent introduction to the club for new members. The male members also organise several trips away each year, including long weekends and an annual holiday to Scotland in the summer for a week’s golf.
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Juniors North Worcestershire has a keen junior section and there are membership opportunities available for younger players eager to take up the game having seen it on television or for those wishing to expand on skills they already possess. The club is proud to have achieved GolfMark accreditation, which is a highly-regarded scheme run by England Golf that recognises beginner and junior-friendly golf clubs and gives parents reassurance in knowing that their child can learn the game in a safe, structured and fun environment.
The club also has close ties with the Worcestershire Golf Partnership. Junior improvement programmes can be created to suit the needs and aspirations of each individual and there are also beginner classes aimed at teaching children the basics to enable them to get out and enjoy the game as quickly as possible. Learning sound fundamentals at an early age means many years of frustration on the course later in life can be avoided! As your child progresses and grows in confidence, individual lessons can be booked. Competitive golf is offered both in club competitions and against other clubs in the form of matches in the West Midlands Junior Golf League. Please call 0121 475 1047 if you require more details about becoming a junior member.
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Information for Visitors North Worcestershire welcomes visitors on Monday to Friday throughout the year. We are confident that the quality of our challenging course and the catering available in the clubhouse before and after your round will lead to a most enjoyable time. Visitors are treated like members for the day and can enjoy the full range of facilities offered by the club, including tuition from the professional and use of our practice facilities. All we ask in return is for visitors to respect our rules and standard golfing etiquette to ensure their visit runs as smoothly as possible. In common with other clubs we do request that visitors abide by our dress code both on the course and in the clubhouse.
Although handicap certificates are not mandatory, we do prefer golfers to be of a sufficient standard for them to be able to enjoy their round and for them not to inconvenience other players when out on the course. Reduced rates are available to guests of members, holders of the Worcestershire County Card and to members of other clubs who are part of the Association of James Braid Courses. A special day rate is available during the summer months for those looking to make their trip to North Worcestershire truly memorable. Please telephone the Pro Shop on 0121 475 5721 to check tee-time availability and to ensure your visit does not clash with club competitions or society bookings. www.nwgolfclub.com
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Golf Societies We regard golf societies as something of a speciality of ours here at North Worcestershire and can guarantee a good time for visiting groups both out on the course and in the clubhouse. If great golf, good food and accommodating hosts are your ingredients for a successful golf day, then you have come to the right place. Flexibility is the key to the success of our society days and the reason why many groups come back year after year. Yes we can offer set packages if it makes life easier for society organisers, but our view is that it is your golf day, not ours. So come to us with a wishlist for your perfect day and we will do everything we can to tick all the boxes.
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Your day will be tailored just for you and can comprise 18, 27 or 36 holes with reserved tee-times to suit your travel requirements. The course is a true test, but unlike some of the modern layouts, not so long that if favours only the big hitters. All areas of your golf game are examined in equal measure and we have some lovely par threes for nearest the pin competitions. However the round pans out and whether you are amongst the prizes or not, a warm welcome awaits in the clubhouse. Relax and unwind and relive your day with a drink in the lounge bar before adjourning to the private dining room where the banter can begin in earnest.
The catering is held in high regard by our members and we can keep you fed and watered throughout the day, whether you want a bacon roll or full English breakfast to get you on your way, a light lunch or a three-course sit-down meal. Our society menu and booking form is available to download from our website, but this should only be seen as a guide and a starting point. We will look to work within your budget, fulfil your requirements and deliver a golf day that meets or hopefully exceeds your expectations.
If you are looking for something to make that day even more memorable, why not consider booking a group golfing clinic before your round or ask our PGA-qualified professional about video analysis. There are only a limited number of society opportunities,so book early to avoid disappointment. For more details, call 0121 475 1047 or e-mail secretary@nwgolfclub.com
Buggies (please pre-book to avoid disappointment) and trolleys are available for hire from the Pro Shop, which stocks a comprehensive range of equipment as well as being able to arrange golf lessons and prizes. www.nwgolfclub.com
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Clubhouse The friendly, relaxed atmosphere of the clubhouse provides a comfortable setting in which to unwind after a round and to enjoy a refreshing drink, a bite to eat and a chat with golfing friends. A varied selection of snacks, sandwiches and light meals can be ordered at the bar. Meals can be served in the informal surroundings of the lounge or in the adjoining dining room. Food is available from breakfast time throughout the day, with extended opening hours during the summer. A selection of golfers’ favourites such as gammon steak or curry is generally available.
The clubhouse has all the facilities golfers would expect from a well-run private golf club. As well as comfortable changing rooms and lockers, there is a large bar for members known as the Tartan Bar in honour of our course architect James Braid. Adjoining this is the spacious lounge area complete with large screen television showing the day’s major sporting events. For those seeking further sporting competition, there is a snooker room and upstairs can be found a good-sized meeting room available for conferences.
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Weddings and Functions Situated within easy reach of Birmingham city centre but offering a beautiful parkland setting with magnificent views of the course, North Worcestershire Golf Club is the ideal venue for your wedding breakfast, party or special function.
Our well-appointed clubhouse can cater for groups of up to 60 for a full sit-down meal or many more for a buffet-style option. Finger buffets with chicken drumsticks, quiches, a choice of salads, assorted sandwiches, gateau and cream and cheesecake are a popular choice for those looking to work within a budget, as is the full buffet choice featuring a selection of meats such as roast beef, roast turkey and roast ham.
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Free15 mini consultation www.nwgolfclub.com 34minute when quoting ‘NWGC2013’
Weddings and Functions Whatever you choose, our catering team can create imaginative menus to suit all palates and would be delighted to meet you to discuss your requirements. We have a varied and interesting wine list and are happy to make recommendations to complement the food and to meet your budget. Our room hire and menu costs are realistic and we take great pride and pleasure in hosting your wedding reception. You will have one point of contact from your first enquiry right the way through, guiding and supporting you every step of the way ensuring that
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on your big day you can sit back and relax with your guests. The golf course makes a beautiful backdrop for those wedding photographs the bride and groom will treasure forever. Whatever the celebration, be it a wedding, an anniversary or birthday or retirement party, our aim is your total satisfaction and to meet and hopefully exceed your expectations. Bring your own entertainment or let us make recommendations for you. www.nwgolfclub.com
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Weddings and Functions North Worcestershire is also a sympathetic, caring and yet unobtrusive host for funeral receptions and can take care of all the organisation at what we appreciate is a difficult time for loved ones. The club is very experienced in hosting such events and knowing you are in good hands can hopefully ease some of the burden. As with all our function planning, our attitude is very flexible: simply come to us with your requirements and we will do our very best to accommodate them.
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To talk to us about arranging a tour of our premises and for more details of what we have to offer, call 0121 475 1047 or email secretary@nwgolfclub.com.
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Quality Window Cleaning 206 Edenhurst Road, Longbridge, Birmingham.B31 4PN. TEL: 01216080731. MOB: 07855404476.
25 years’ experience in commercial window cleaning, and provide a quality service, with well-trained uniformed and insured staff. We clean all types of properties from hospitals and office blocks to car showrooms and larger residential properties. FREE TRIAL
An Hours Workout in 20 Minutes! Fully Supervised Vibration Fitness/ Weight Loss Ladies Only Motor Kinetik (age freindly) Circuits Cardiovascular Equipment
Our waterfed extending pole system can cover most areas, including conservatory roofs and dormer windows. Mobile: 07855 404476 Tel: 0121 608 0731 38
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Corporate Facilities North Worcestershire is delighted to offer businesses the opportunity to make use of our club for corporate golf days or as the memorable spot for a meeting. You will find us willing, welcoming and accommodating hosts.
If you are looking for a change of pace for your staff and a different venue for your seminar or meeting, there is no better spot. Well served by local road and rail links, the course and the clubhouse are in a delightful setting, offer invigorating views and create the perfect environment away from the hustle and bustle of daily office life in which to conduct business.
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M.Hyde Carpentry
Meeting all your carpenry needs Including: Wooden and UPVC windows. Kitchen design and installations. Bespoke storage solutions. Hardwood and laminate flooring. Doors, architrave, skirting. General household maintenance.
Telephone: 07795 694 162 Email: matthew_e_hyde@hotmail.co.uk
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Corporate Facilities Our upstairs meeting room is perfect for business clientele. We are happy to provide audio-visual facilities, or bring your own if you prefer and Wi-Fi is available in the clubhouse. Our conscientious staff are on hand to assist in any way with your event and regular refreshments can be provided to keep delegates alert and refreshed. Sandwiches, snack meals or sit-down dinners can be booked and breakfast meetings accommodated.
(continued) If you really want to make the most of your time with us, why not get the day’s business taken care of in the morning and consider rewarding your staff with a round of golf in the afternoon? It is an ideal option for team-building purposes. To make the right impression for that product launch or to introduce your firm, then consider hosting a corporate golf day with us. We will take care of the organisation so you can concentrate on your guests. www.nwgolfclub.com
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Open Competitions North Worcestershire is an historic golf club with a rich heritage dating back to our founding in 1907. We know we have something special here and nothing gives us greater pleasure than to share the enjoyment of our magnificent course with people who may not have experienced it before.
One of the ways in which we can do this is by staging a number of open competitions throughout the year aimed at golfers from all walks of life and all abilities. These events provide the chance to test your golfing ability in either an individual or team environment and feature a variety of formats such as medals, Stablefords or greensomes. Everyone is well catered for, none more so than the older golfer, with our Seniors section normally hosting up to four events during the season. www.nwgolfclub.com
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Preventive dentistry Hygienist Tooth whitening Dental veneers Dental crowns
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0121 453 5541 www.nwgolfclub.com 67 Callowbrook La, Birmingham, B45 9HP
We open Tues, Weds & Sat 8am-5pm Mon, Thurs & Fri 8am-7pm Clinics in Selly Oak, Northfield, and Rednal. Ample parking & credit cards accepted.
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Open Competitions With prizes on offer to the best performers, food and drink available in the clubhouse and generally a very reasonable entry fee, it represents outstanding value for what we hope will be a marvellous day out.
(continued) Events may vary slightly from year to year, but you will find details of upcoming events on our website, www.nwgolfclub.com, together with information about how you can reserve your place.
For our part, we hope your enjoy your time with us so much that you spread the North Worcestershire golfing gospel far and wide and come back and see us with friends.
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Social Activities Here at North Worcestershire we like to consider ourselves a very friendly club and we really feel there is nowhere better to enjoy not only your golf, but everything else that a well-rounded golf club has to offer.
these gatherings often serve a dual purpose in helping raise money for good causes in the form of the captain’s chosen charity for the year.
An extensive and varied programme of social events is organised throughout the year, with the aim being that there should be something to appeal to everyone, whatever their taste in entertainment.
One of the most eagerly anticipated nights in the social calendar is the club’s annual presentation evening, generally held at the end of the golfing year in November. Here members pay tribute to the players who have excelled in club competitions over the season.
The club tries to put on at least one social occasion a month, enabling members to get together and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere inside our comfortable and homely clubhouse.
Mother’s Day lunches and events leading up to Christmas are also a traditional part of club life, as is seeing in the New Year with friends and family in the clubhouse.
Events hosted have included race nights, beer and skittles nights, comedy nights and even karaoke. As well as being a cracking evening’s entertainment
Members can keep up to date with what is going on at the club via our Facebook page, www. facebook.com/TheNorthWorcestershireGolfClub www.nwgolfclub.com
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Speed-quality-reliabilty. Our prices are very competative, we take great pride in our work and are personally involved from start to finish, please take a look at our gallery of completed work. For the individual we can help with design, advice, site measuring etc, we offer a full re-upholstery service for contract and domestic, offering a large selection of fabrics.
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How to Find Us North Worcestershire Golf Club is located about seven miles to the southwest of Birmingham and is easily accessible from the M5 and M42 motorways. For those with SatNav, our postcode is B31 5LP. Directions From the north: from M6 junction 6 continue towards Birmingham on A38(M) (Aston Expressway), continue through city centre and head south on the A38 Bristol Road. Remain on this road for about six miles, turning right into Frankley Beeches Road on the outskirts of Northfield. From the south: leave the M5 at junction 4, taking the A38/A491 exit to Birmingham (SW)/ Stourbridge. Remain on this road for four miles,
before turning left on to Tessall Lane. Then turn right into Hanging Lane and after half a mile you will come to the entrance of the club on your right. From the M42: leave the motorway at junction 2, taking the third exit at the roundabout onto the A441. At the second roundabout, take the first exit on to Longbridge Lane (B4096). Turn right on to Bristol Road and after half a mile turn left into Bodenham Road. At the roundabout turn right into Hanging Lane.You will come to the entrance to the club on your left. Public transport The nearest railway station is at Northfield, which is less than a mile away. Frequent direct services run from here to Birmingham North Street. Journey time is 17 minutes.
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Contact Us Here at North Worcestershire Golf Club it is always a pleasure to meet new members, visitors and guests. If we can assist you with any queries or questions that you may have then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Secretary’s Office Tel: 0121 475 1047 Email: secretary@nwgolfclub.com
North Worcestershire Golf Club Ltd Hanging Lane Birmingham B31 5LP
Course Information: 0121 476 1358
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Club Professional: 0121 475 5721
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Priory School Sir Harry’s Road Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2UR
t. 0121 440 4103 e. enquiries@prioryschool.net www.prioryschool.net
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