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Neath:
T: +44 (0)1639 632759 W: www.neathgolfclub.co.uk
Caerphilly: T: 01492 680690 W: www.silverbirchgolfclub.co.uk T:029 2086 344 W:caerphillygolfclub.com
Morlais castle:
South Pembrokes
T: 01685 722 822 W.morlaiscastlegolf.co.uk
T: 01646 621453 W.southpembrokeshiregolfclub.co.uk
Maesdu:
Abersoch:
T:01492 876450 W:maesdugolfclub.co.uk
T:01758712622. W:www.abersochgolf.co.uk
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Pontnewydd:
Tel : +44 (0)1633 482 170 W: www.pontnewyddgolf.co.uk
Prestatyn:
T:01745 854320 W:prestatyngolfclub.co.uk
Raglan Parc:
Old Padeswood:
T:01291 690077 W:.raglanparc.co.uk
T: 01244 547401 W:oldpadeswoodgolfclub.co.uk
Merthyr Tydfil:
Carmarthen:
T:01685 373131 W:mtgc.co.uk
T:+44 (0)1267 281493 W:carmarthengolfclub.co.uk
Aberdare:
Glynhir:
T:0185 871 188 W:aberdaregolfclub.co.uk
T:01269 851365 W:glynhirgolfclub.co.uk
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Situated in the hills above the Beautiful North Wales Coast Line, Silver Birch Golf Club or Betws Yn Rhos Golf Club offers a picturesque 18 hole golf course created by owners Bryn and Menna Jones, who established Silver Birch, a friendly Golf Club that welcomes visiting golfers of all abilities. Designed by Stewart Finney and officially opened in 1995, Silver Birch filled a definite gap in the region for a 'Pay & Play' Golf Club where players of all abilities could play golf to their hearts content, without feeling intimidated by their lack of knowledge or the rules, or etiquette.
In 2002 Menna and Bryn created the back-9 holes and whilst also being designed by Stewart Finney, this 9-hole course is very different to the original 9-holes; with the front-9 located on open pasture land and the back-9 having 6000 trees planted throughout all 9 greens, thereby defining the fairways and making it a more challenging course. The result is a unique 18hole course that players of all abilities will enjoy. At 3235 yds Par-59, Silver Birch is excellent for improving your short game, as well as being ideal for the more mature Golfer who finds the full length championship courses too long for them.
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You don't need to hold a handicap certificate to visit SILVER BIRCH GOLF CLUB; whether you are a beginner or an accomplished player....... everyone is welcome! What sets Silver Birch aside from other golf clubs is that you can choose to play the Front 9 or the Back 9 or combine both for a full 18 holes of Golf! SILVER BIRCH GOLF CLUB Maes yr Haf, Betws yn Rhos Abergele Wales LL22 8BZ Tel: 01492 680690 E: play@silverbirchgolfclub.co.uk W: www.silverbirchgolfclub.co.uk
As you would expect from such a qualityconscious club, Silver Birch boasts an experienced PGA professional Rhodri Lloyd Jones, who is available to give tuition to complete beginners through to scratch golfers looking to improve their game. Silver Birch Golf Club has built up an impressive reputation for the warm welcome it gives to visiting Golf Societies, whose members will be able to take advantage of the modern facilities, including changing facilities, locker rooms, a golf shop and a snack bar, that will be available in Silver Birch's new Clubhouse, which is currently under construction.
The friendly team at Silver Birch would be happy to discuss your individual requirements for a Golfing Weekend or Mid-Week Get-Away Packages for 2015. Silver Birch's short but challenging course usually takes a 4-ball 3.5hrs approximately and therefore can be played in a morning or afternoon session, leaving you plenty of time to explore this beautiful part of Wales. The team at Silver Birch can put you in touch with a wide choice of accommodation from camping and caravan sites through to Guest Houses and Hotels.
Offers so much more than a round of Golf!
If your Golf Society is looking for a memorable Day Out where they can not only enjoy a challenging game of golf but also take advantage of first class facilities including, a Practice Putting Green, Practice Bunker, Practice Field and Indoor Practice Nets, along with a well-stocked Pro Shop and last but not least, delicious cuisine served in a comfortable, friendly environment.......then Morlais Castle Golf Club ticks all the right boxes! Built in 1270 by Gilbert de Clare, Earl of Gloucester and Lord of Glamorgan, the remains of what once was Morlais Castle, runs along the right hand side of the third fairway and overlooks the border between Brecon and Glamorgan. Set in the surroundings of the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, this challenging moorland golf course offers members and visitors alike magnificent scenic views. With roots dating back 100 years, Morlais Castle has seen many changes during that time and today boasts a unique Par-71, 18 hole (6,323 yard) course that is formed in two halves, the first nine holes are built around the old Quarry, whilst the back nine holes are set on rolling moorland; making it suitable for both low and high handicapped golfers.
Morlais Castle Golf Club Pant, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2UY Tel: 01685 722 822 Email: Secretary@morlaiscastlegolf.co.uk Website: www.morlaiscastlegolf.co.uk
Visitors are sure of a warm welcome at Morlais Castle, which has achieved a reputation over the years for its hospitality to guests, whether coming to play golf, or to attend an event the Club is hosting. Morlais is rightly proud of its modern Clubhouse, the perfect spot to relax after your game and socialise with fellow players. Available to both members and guests, the Clubhouse offers dedicated Function Rooms suitable for all types of special occasions including Weddings and parties as well as being ideal for visiting Golf Societies, Corporate Meetings etc. The Catering Team at Morlais Castle will be happy to discuss individually tailored menus for visiting Golf Societies and special events. During your visit, you simply must take the time to browse the wide array of golf equipment, accessories and clothing, in the Club's Pro Shop. Run by Sion Bebb, Club Professional and former European Tour player, here you will find top names such as Ping, TaylorMade, Titleist, Nike, Adidas - plus many more, at realistic prices. Whilst there why not treat yourself to a one-toone lesson from Sion. Whether a novice or an accomplished player looking to develop your skills, Sion can offer professional advice drawing on his 10 years experience of playing at the highest level. Should you wish to extend your Golf Break and explore this beautiful part of Wales, Morlais Castle Golf Club also offers comfortable detatched accommodation for up to six guests in its recently refurbished three bedroomed house
Congratulations to MAESDU (LLANDUDNO) GOLF CLUB who will be celebrating their Centenary in 2015. Maesdu (Llandudno) Golf Club, founded in 1915, is located just one mile from the attractive Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno and has panoramic views of Conwy Bay, the Great Orme and the Snowdonia mountains. The gently undulating 18-hole championship course has a delightful mix of links and parkland golf which can be enjoyed by golfers of all abilities. The Course was designed by James Braid in 1915 and extended by Tom Jones in 1924. Maesdu, which means “Black Field”, became one of Britain's top professional venues in the 1950's and 1960's regularly hosting the Penfold tournament. The event attracted professionals including Peter Alliss and Henry Cotton In the past many leading international events have been held at the Club including the Senior Ladies Home International in 2013. Next year the Club is proud to have been selected to host the 2015 Youth Open Championships and in 2016 the Men’s Open Senior Championships. Next year marks Maesdu Golf Club’s Centenary. Visit their website: www.maesdugolfclub.co.uk where you will find details of all fixtures, events and celebrations. The James Braid Restaurant has beautiful views over the North Wales coastline and an excellent reputation for a wide variety of quality, home cooked food at reasonable prices The modern, well equipped Locker Rooms include showers, changing and storage areas and, in the Ladies, a vanity room with mirrors and hairdryers. There are also storage sheds for Members trolleys and ride on buggies.
The Club’s Manager, Sandra Thomas, explained
“We pride ourselves on our hospitality. From the time that your Party is welcomed by one of our Meet and Greet Team, who will give a brief welcome chat and course information, through to your departure our aim is to ensure that every aspect of your day is pleasurable. We offer packages that are tailor-made to suit each party, regardless of the numbers. We are also happy to organise nearest the pin, longest drive or any other type of competition for our visitors.” Whilst on your visit you should take the time to browse the Club’s Pro Shop run by the Professional Simon Boulden and his assistant Jon Kelly, who are both PGA qualified. From here you can buy or hire clubs, trolleys and buggies for all your golfing needs at competitive prices. They also provide professional tuition.
It is a friendly Club and there is always a warm welcome for Visitors and Members. The lounge has a well-stocked bar and two large flat screened TV’s showing Sky and BT Sport. There is also free Wi-Fi.
TO ENSURE YOUR NEXT GOLF SOCIETY VISIT IS ONE YOU WILL REMEMBER FOR ALL THE RIGHT REASONS........CONTACT:
Sandra Thomas, Secretary. MAESDU (LLANDUDNO) GOLF CLUB Hospital Road, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 1HU Tel: 01492 876450. Email: secretary@maesdugolfclub.co.uk. Website: www.measdugolfclub.co.uk
LINKS & INLAND LINKS GOLF COURSES: Linksland golf courses are typically characterised by dunes, an undulating surface and sandy soil unsuitable for arable farming but which supports the various indigenous browntop bents and red fescue grasses. The firm turf of links golf courses encourages players to adopt a 'running game'. The term, 'links' is commonly associated with coastal golf courses, often amid dunes with very few water hazards and trees. A links course requires a considerably different style of play than on other type of golf course; the nature of course features uneven fairways, large undulating greens, thick rough and small, deep 'pot' bunkers, whilst the lack of trees leaves the golf course open to the elements and many links golf courses experience extremely windy playing conditions. The ability to play low accurate shots is a must, enabling the player to cope with opposite wind patterns in each half of their round. Whilst an outward nine may require short irons, players may need to hit longer shots to cover the same distance during the inward loop of nine. Link greens are not often protected by front bunkers, encouraging players to play low, running shots into the large greens for the best results. Links golf course are most common in Great Britain and Ireland, especially in Scotland. The Open Championship is always played on links courses – the main feature which differentiates from the other three Major tournaments held in the United States. On the other hand, some courses located hundreds of miles from a coast can have all of the characteristics of a seaside links except for proximity to water; these are known as inland links golf courses.
HEATHLAND COURSES : Heathland golf courses are interior courses that are well manicured but lean more toward grass-and-shrub than tree-lined. The courses which are commonly associated with England feature gentle, rolling fairways; a prominent feature of some of the oldest golf courses in the UK, including past Ryder Cup venues.
PARKLAND COURSES:
The term 'parkland' describes a golf course categorised by its design and natural setting. In the early days of golf, all courses were links orientated , open to wind , sandy and treeless. However, when golf moved inland away from coastal areas, golf courses tended to be much more pastoral in setting and design; greener, lusher and with lots of trees Parkland golf courses feature well manicured and watered fairways, rough and greens. A parkland course may also feature plenty of elevation changes, although fairways are generally flat and tree-lined , lacking the knobs, knolls and weird bounces of links fairways. Most PGA Tour courses are parkland courses.
MOORLAND COURSES :
Moorland golf courses feature tough grasses and heather plus gorse. The fairways and greens are set on peaty soils and the rough generally consists of heath or coarse grass with gorse. In recent decades, the replanting of moorland areas with coniferous woodland has changed the general scenic setting of many moorland golf courses.
Calling all Golf Societies! If you want to ensure your next Society golf day out is one that your members will thoroughly enjoy......... Then NEATH GOLF CLUB is the perfect choice! Described as a 'hidden gem' by Alex Hay, Scottish professional golfer and a former BBC sports commentator, Neath Golf Club boasts an exceptionally fine course which was designed by the legendary 5 time Open Champion James Braid, who commented: "It is a first class course, ideally situated and I consider that the condition is excellent and the course is nicely undulating without being too severe. Adding: "The views from every part of the course are magnificent and extensive, whilst the air is most exhilarating. " Established in 1934, Neath Golf Club certainly lives up to its reputation for offering a well maintained, heath-land course incorporating trees, heather, gorse, dry stone walls and fine undulating greens to test the skills of golfers of all abilities. As well as enjoying a challenging game of golf on a championship course, visitors and members alike are able to take advantage of the many facilities available at the Club, which include a comfortable Clubhouse, where you will find a well-stocked Bar and The Brian Huggett MBE Lounge, named after the Club's exPresident and former Ryder Cup Player. What better place to relax after your game and enjoy a drink and a snack or meal. Alternatively, you can make use of the Club's fully equipped Snooker Room.
The Club's Secretary Chris Watkins explained: "We welcome visiting Golf Societies and Corporate visitors and our friendly staff will be on-hand throughout their visit to ensure everything runs smoothly. We can seat and serve up to 80 people for a one, two or three course meal served by our trained waiting staff. We can offer you a set menu for large parties comprising of a starter, main and dessert but would give you a choice initially so that you can decide which type of starter, main or dessert you would like served at your function, for smaller groups we can offer a choice of three menu. We also offer a buffet style menu for up to 100 people. Buffets and prices vary to suit the customer’s needs there are varying options available at very reasonable prices."
A Warm Welsh Welcome Croeso i Clwb Golff Castell-nedd Awaits you at NEATH GOLF CLUB The Club is rightly proud of its Pro Shop run by Richard Bennett, the Club's resident Professional, where you will find a wide range of golfing equipment, accessories and clothing from leading manufacturers ranging from Glenmuir to Under Armour - well worth a look during your visit!
Pro Shop – stocks – Glenmuir, Titliest, Ping, Under Armour, Footjoy to name but a few
Richard is also available to give one-to-one tuition, so whether you are a novice or an accomplished player looking to improve your technique, Richard will be happy to offer his professional advice. The final word goes to Sir Thomas Henry Cotton MBE, who achieved fame during the 1930s and 1940s, with three victories in The Open Championship in 1934, 1937, and 1948, who said of Neath Golf Club:
"I've travelled the entire golfing world, but never before seen such golfing beauty as at Neath".
NEATH GOLF CLUB Cwmbach Road, Cadoxton, Neath SA10 8AH T: +44 (0)1639 632759 Fax: +44 (0)1639 639955 E: secretary@neathgolfclub.co.uk W: www.neathgolfclub.co.uk
Founded in 1905 by Charles Stuart Goodfellow, CAERPHILLY GOLF CLUB offers members and visitors alike the opportunity to play on its challenging 18-hole course at the oldest golf club in the Rhymney Valley.
Having started out as a 9-hole course and extended it to its present 18-holes over the following 100 years, the course is renowned for the excellent condition of its greens and fairways; with its 10th hole (Spion Kop) offering splendid views over the town and its magnificent 13th Century Norman Castle, the largest in Wales, with its leaning tower appearing within touching distance. Caerphilly is rightly proud of its Clubhouse which boasts 2 Bars and a large comfortable Lounge, the perfect place to relax after your game and enjoy a drink and snack or meal. This friendly members Club also has a dedicated Function Room, which is available for private hire and is ideally suited for corporate visitors and visiting golf societies, as the Club’s Marketing Committee Chairman, Phil Jones explained in a recent interview. “We welcome visiting golfers, societies and corporate golfers to play our course and perhaps enjoy a drink and a meal in our clubhouse. Our lounge and patio area overlook the first fairway, there are few places so pleasant to sit and relax on a summers day. We are more than happy to provide bespoke catering to meet the specific needs of our visitors including special dietary needs and vegetarian options. Our philosophy is to provide a truly customer-focused service. We will do our very best to make sure our visitors expectations are met. This has certainly paid dividends with the Club seeing visitors come back time and time again. Golf Buggy’s are available for hire as well as Electric and Pull Golf Trolleys. The club has introduced for 2015 new categories of membership more suited to the occasional golfer who may want to feel part of a members golf club. New membership packages start from only £99 with reduced green fees, lower bar prices and special rates for room hire.”
As a Wedding and Party venue we can cater for up to 80 people in a formal dining setting and up to 120 for a buffet meal. The club offers a full wedding planning service and an “In House” Disco.
Also a stockist for Powakaddy / Motocaddy Electric Trolleys, Accessories, the Shop currently has some brilliant SPECIAL DEALS on a wide range of clubs, clothing and equipment.
James is also available to provide one-to-one tuition and advice to novices through to accomplished players. CAERPHILLY GOLF CLUB Pencapel, Mountain Road, Caerphilly, CF83 1HJ T: 029 2086 3441 (Secretary) or 029 2086 9104 (Professional) E: secretary@caerphillygolfclub.com W: www.caerphillygolfclub.com
Whether you visit the Club as an individual, a small group or a Golf Society, you are sure of a true Welsh welcome from the friendly staff at South Pembrokeshire Golf Club
Where Visitors Receive True Welsh Hospitality! South Pembrokeshire Golf Club has seen many changes since it was first established in 1969 on the Old Barrack Hill on the outskirts of Pembroke Dock; with its well-maintained greens having been extended to provide a challenging 18-hole course, offering probably some of the best greens in the locality, as the Club's Secretary Mick Seal explained in a recent interview: "Our maturing course with numerous, quick, tricky greens will test the skills of golfers of all abilities. The par 4, 5th and par 3, 14th are fantastic holes with the former involving a long drive and a second over a deep tree filled valley to a raised green. The 14th sees you play back across the valley at the lower end to a green which slopes away in all directions."
It isn't just the Club's greens that have been improved over the years, South Pembrokeshire's Clubhouse originally formed part of the Old Defensible Barracks until 1995 when the Club relocated to the west end of Pennar. From its new location the modern, comfortable Clubhouse now gives visitors and members alike an opportunity to not only enjoy wonderful views of the course and Cleddau Waterway, but also take advantage of the fully licensed Spikes Bar & Television Lounge, a light, airy Restaurant with seating for up to 40 people and purpose-built Changing Rooms.
When asked if the Club welcomed visiting Golf Societies, Mick had this to say: "Our claim that South Pembrokeshire Golf Club is the perfect venue for Golf Society Days and Corporate Golf Days is not an idle boast. We offer a range of packages to suit all, each one tailored to provide a great day out. Our Golf Day pre-preparation will look after every aspect of your Golf Day." As well as getting the pick of tee times with advanced bookings, your Golf Society can also take advantage from the Club's private Changing Room, together with a bespoke meal and an exclusive area within the Clubhouse to maintain the privacy of your event.
TO ENSURE YOUR GOLF SOCIETY MEMBERS experience THE true beauty of playing within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Britain’s only coastal National Park..........CONTACT:
South Pembrokeshire Golf Club Military Road, Pennar, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire SA72 6SE Tel: 01646 621453
m.seal@southpembrokeshiregolfclub.co.uk www.southpembrokeshiregolfclub.co.uk
The Club is also able to offer golf tuition on a 30 minute one-to-one lesson or an hour long lesson for small groups, provided by PGA professional Robert Ryder, who is happy to empower you with unique advice to improve your game, whatever your golfing ability. For more information Tel: Robert Ryder on 07771 902604.
Clwb Golff Abersoch Golf Club It's no wonder the members and staff at ABERSOCH GOLF CLUB are smiling as the Club was not only voted in the top 10 courses in the UK to play under 6,000 yards, but also the Club has been singled out as the 17th Best Course in Wales by a leading golf magazine.
“A Jewel on the Welsh Riviera”
Located on the beautiful Cambrian Coast in Snowdonia, North Wales, it comes as no surprise to learn the Club has been described by some visitors as “The Friendliest Golf Course in Wales”, “A Jewel on the Welsh Riviera” and “Fantastic Golf Course, Stunning Views”. If you are organising a day for your Golf Society in 2015 Abersoch should definitely come top on your North Wales golfing list. Visitors are sure of a warm Welsh welcome at Abersoch and the Club's friendly team will ensure visitors experience such a truly memorable day they will want to come back again and again. Offering a challenging mix of 18 holes on traditional links and parkland, the course is a must for golfers of all abilities, as Manager of the Club Dai Davies explained in a recent interview:
"Whatever your golfing ability our well-maintained course will test your skills. Take for example the signature 246 yard par 3, 3rd hole with elevated tee and panoramic views requiring an accurate drive downhill over both gorse and a water hazard to a sloping green with a bunker waiting at the back. Follow that with links holes hugging the coastline and contoured over a century ago through huge, natural sand dunes, accuracy is key here as wayward drives can be punished." It's not just the challenging course that attracts visitors to Abersoch Golf Club, its also the excellent facilities the Club provides to members and visitors alike. These include a welcoming Clubhouse, which provides the perfect relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a couple of drinks and a snack or meal, either in the comfortable Bar, or if the weather permits, on the patio area.
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"Societies are more than welcome here at Abersoch Golf Club and we are happy to tailor almost any package you require including food, accommodation, play on other courses, transport etc. We appreciate that many society golfers will be coming to this part of the world to play a number of our courses, so we have teamed up with our neighbouring clubs to offer packaged discounted green fee rates."
Run by PGA Professional Alan, the Club's wellstocked Pro Shop is a 'must see' during your visit. Here you can browse a wide range of golfing equipment, accessories and clothing from leading manufacturers all of which is available at discount prices.
The Club always has guest and speciality beer barrels on tap, as well as the usual selection of bitter, lagers and cider, together with a full choice of wines and spirits as well as soft drinks.
"A mixture of links and parkland holes is on offer to the visiting golfer, with interesting and varied par three’s tough and risk and reward par 4’s and a couple of par 5’s that need to be negotiated to get any decent score out of them. We may be slightly in the shade of our more well known neighbours, but once visited, Abersoch Golf Club is never forgotten."
"For many societies we offer a discounted Bar card, enabling you to enjoy a reduction on the bar prices and we can also arrange minibus or coach transfers so that nobody is stuck having to drive."
The last word goes to Dai:
01758 712622. Email: manager@abersochgolf.co.uk. Website:www.abersochgolf.co.uk
Photograph by :Nigel Bloomer
Whether you are a novice starting out, or an accomplished player looking for a game to test your golf skills, you are sure of a warm welcome at PONTNEWYDD GOLF CLUB. Thought to be the oldest golf club in Wales, the family friendly Pontnewydd Golf Club has been developed and gathered momentum since its inception in 1875. Situated on the hillside overlooking the Cwmbran Valley, Pontnewydd was officially designed as a 9-hole meadowland course, however, by combining the 11 different greens and various tee box areas, the Club has created the challenging 18-hole course now available to members and visitors alike. In a recent interview Secretary of the Club Hannah Harris had this to say: " We are a small friendly Club and our course will test the golfing ability of all level of players. For the busy working man or woman with little time, who find it difficult to play a full 18 holes, Pontnewydd is the ideal answer. So do come and give us a try, you won't regret it and you can experience not only a challenging game of golf but also enjoy splendid views from the greens across the valley to Newport and Bristol Channel."
The Club is rightly proud of its Clubhouse, which has been improved extensively over the years to offer members and visitors alike a relaxing, comfortable environment in which they can socialise with fellow players. The Clubhouse has all the facilities of any modern Function Room; with its "L" shaped layout accommodating up to 120 people. Hannah added: " Our Clubhouse also has a fully functional Kitchen enabling us to provide tea and coffee refreshments, together with buffets and meals if required. Our Catering Staff will be happy to discuss individually tailored meals for visiting Golf Societies, Corporate functions and for special events being held at the Clubhouse." The Club also boasts a well-stocked Bar with a giant 50" TV, so you can keep abreast of any championship matches taking place worldwide.
Pontnewydd
GOLF CLUB Membership Offers available in a number of categories 路 Family membership 路 Week Day 路 Full playing Please check the website for special offers.
Welcome To Our Family Friendly Club For the past 2 years the Club's Golf Shop has been in the capable hands of owner Glyn Evans, who has been able to use his contacts within the industry to source a wide range of golfing equipment, accessories and clothing from leading manufactures at a competitive price. So, its well worth a having a browse around during your visit.
Golf Professional Paul Mayo has offered his service to the club in a teaching and consultancy capacity Having played in the US Masters alongside Jack Nicklaus, teed off in the Open with Fuzzy Zoeller, partnered Colin Montgomerie in the Walker Cup and rubbed shoulders with Ryder Cup captain Davis Love on the US College circuit, Paul has all the necessary expertise to teach beginners and professionals. To contact Paul call him on 07854 434091.
TO FIND OUT MORE....... PLEASE CONTACT:
Pontnewydd Golf Club West Pontnewydd, Cwmbran, Gwent NP44 1AB Tel : +44 (0)1633 482 170 E: secretary@pontnewyddgolf.co.uk W: www.pontnewyddgolf.co.uk
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Set in the heart of Monmouthshire, Raglan Parc Golf Club features a beautifully appointed par 72 parkland golf course. The eighteen holes meander through a blend of lakes and mature trees and overlooks the historic Raglan Castle whilst offering scenic views of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Raglan Parc offer a variety of society packages for visiting groups of golfers, offering championship golf and dining options. Packages include: •
The Mashie £27 - Coffee and a bacon roll, 18 holes of championship golf and a one course meal
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The Niblick £30 - Coffee and bacon roll, 18 holes of golf and a two course meal.
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Or; The Spoon £34 - Coffee and bacon roll, 18 holes of championship golf and a delicious two course carvery meal. Further information can be found online and enquiries made by downloading a society booking form at
www.raglanparc.co.uk/societies.
The club's other facilities include a 10-bay floodlit driving range and practice putting green. The large clubhouse at Raglan Parc is home to a comfortable spike bar and is complimented by an inhouse catering team. The clubhouse is ideally situated to provide functions. With their own marquee, Raglan Parc's bar and restaurant areas combine to cater for up to 120 people. The club's catering, professional staff and excellent facilities create the ideal venue for wedding parties and functions of all kinds. Fantastic 'stay and play' options are also available at the magnificent Raglan Parc with accommodation provided by the club's partners in the local area. 2015 deals are currently available via the Raglan Parc website through local accommodation providers, including; Steppes Farm, The Beaufort Arms Coaching Inn & Restaurant and the Greyhound Hotel & Inn. Raglan Parc are currently offering an exclusive membership offer. Individuals who join in January will receive 15 months for the price of 12 – details at www.raglanparc.co.uk
For further information, please call Raglan Parc Golf Club Monmouthshire on 01291 690 077.
www.raglanparc.co.uk
GOLFERS ARE SURE OF A WARM ‘C The fact that pop superstar Olly Murs has recently started playing golf goes to highlight the modern game of golf is no longer a sport enjoyed by the 'older generation' but today attracts enthusiasts of all ages, from all walks of life. It is generally accepted that golf has its roots in Scotland, where it was first played in the Middle Ages. Yet the game of golf as we know it today was very nearly 'snuffed out' before it had begun and it certainly had to struggle to be accepted, faced with so much opposition. This is highlighted by the various legislations put in place to make it unlawful to play golf. These include the 1457 Act of the Scottish Parliament, an edict issued by King James II of Scotland, prohibiting the playing of the games of gowf (golf) and football as these were considered a distraction from archery practice for military purposes. Bans were again imposed in Acts of 1471 and 1491, with golf being described as 'an unprofitable sport'.
Today, golf enthusiasts worldwide can choose from a wide spectrum of excellent golf courses throughout the UK. Whilst it may be just 170 miles long and 60 miles wide Wales boasts some 200 challenging golf courses, so you’re never far from your next game. And there’s quality to match the choice. Bounded on three sides by 870 miles of windswept coastline, it’s hardly surprising that Wales is famous for its inspirational links courses. From the Open Qualifying Conwy in the north to Royal Porthcawl in the south, a journey along Wales’ coast is a pilgrimage no links-loving golfer should miss.
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CROESO’, OR WELCOME IN WALES Along the way, you’ll find the iconic Nefyn & District. Set on a narrow strip of land projecting into the Irish Sea, it’s often likened to playing on the deck of an aircraft carrier. Watched over by the imposing edifice of Harlech Castle, the rugged links of Royal St Davids never lack for drama. Other highlights include Aberdovey – beloved of legendary sports writer Bernard Darwin – and Pennard’s famous ‘links in the sky’. But links are only part of the story. Our golfing menu is packed with flavours to suit every taste. At mountainous Cradoc, mature-tree-lined parkland combines with soaring views over the Brecon Beacons National Park’s highest peaks. Straddling the border between Wales and England, hilltop Llanymynech uniquely allows golfers to play in two countries in a single round. It’s also where Ryder Cup legend Ian Woosnam cut his golfing teeth.
Laid out along the banks of the River Dee, challenging Vale of Llangollen is one of the country’s finest inland courses. In the south, Pyle & Kenfig blends nine parkland holes with nine of dune-studded links for the ultimate in hybrid golf experiences. The fact that, following Royal Porthcawl’s successful staging of the 2014 Senior Open Championship competition, this Welsh Club has been chosen to host the competition again in 2017 and the world-famous Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, was chosen as the venue for the unforgettable 2010 Ryder Cup, highlights the high esteem in which Welsh Golf Clubs are held within the sector.
rue Welsh hospitality you will receive; with all clubs committed to offer ‘golf me both on the course and in the clubhouse. You won't find 'attitude' in any unstuffy experience with the focus firmly on great golf.
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Formed on 20th November 1909, Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club enables visiting golfers and society groups the opportunity to play a challenging golf course with outstanding views. Level of fees 2015 Male full members £450 Senior male member £370 Lady full members £340 Senior lady £265 18-25 year old £190 Introductory rate £290 (male full member first year) Student/Junior £80 5 day member £205 Sixteen and under - free (where parent or grandparent is member). All fees available with direct debit subject to 6.5% interest.
Located in the Brecon Beacons National Park and situated within 400 yards of the A470/A465 junction at Cefn Coed; the golf club was originally named 'Cilsanws Golf Club'. The original course consisted of ten holes with holes 1 and 2 being played once and a loop of 8 holes being played twice to constitute the full 18 holes. The 18th green at this time was some 800 yards from the clubhouse. In the late 1970’s two additional holes were added to bring the 18th green closer to the clubhouse and in 1997 the course was extended to 18 holes. The extension consisted of 7 new holes and the alteration of two existing holes. Over the years the course has had a number of name changes, and today the official name is Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club, but it is also widely known as 'Cilsanws' because of it’s location on Cilsanws Mountain. The first Captain of the club was Mr. T. Aneurin Rees who was the town clerk of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. An outstanding sportsman, he also played in the first rugby international between Wales and England at Blackheath in 1881, as well as playing cricket for The MCC. Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club welcomes visiting society groups for as little as £20 per person. The standard package includes bacon roll and coffee on arrival, 18 holes of golf and a two course meal . Current Green Fees stand at £10 for weekday golf and £15 at weekends and Bank Holidays. Memberships are also available at introductory rates.
For further information, please contact Merthyr Tydfil Golf Club’s Secretary, Viv Price on T:01685 373131/ M:07722 159293 or email enquiries to: secretary@mtgc.co.uk. W:mtgc.co.uk
Aberdare Golf Club
Founded in 1921, the friendly Aberdare Golf club is set in the heart of the Cynon Valley. The par 69 mountain parkland golf course meanders through acres of manicured, meadow lawns and mature oak offering panoramic views of the South Wales valley. Aberdare Golf Club has always maintained a healthy competitive spirit and has a tradition of producing golfing talent, with both individuals and the club itself being successful at county and national level. This talent comes none the more famous than past Ryder Cup Captain and international tournament winner, Mr, David Rees who began his golfing career as Assistant Professional at Aberdare Golf Club. The club also has an excellent and growing reputation for fine dining and functions with its recently renovated function room now in popular demand.
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Situated just one mile from Aberdare town centre in mid Glamorgan, Aberdare Golf Club is a beautiful place to play golf, lunch and socialise.
The clubhouse at Aberdare offers a relaxing and homely atmosphere for all to enjoy and reminisce on what might have been! Offering a variety of beverages, snacks and dining to suit all requirements, the clubhouse comprises the well appointed Golfers Bar and function room which is available to hire for private engagements. Aberdare welcomes societies and visiting golfing parties with the staff, facilities, experience and the golf course to provide a fantastic day out. The club understands that preparation, communication and organisation are key factors in a success event and offers championship golf and mouthwatering dining packages to suit a range of abilities and budgets.
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The most northerly course in Wales, Prestatyn is set besides rolling sand dunes and only a few hundred yards from the sea. Sitting in 150 acres of superb unspoilt links land, the stunning course, welcoming clubhouse, breathtaking scenery and challenges like no other combine to provide for exceptional golfing and socialising.
The present course at Prestatyn was founded in 1905 and has undergone continuous improvements. Most recently in 1993, the club embarked on extensions to the clubhouse meeting the needs of the discerning golfer.
Whilst the prevailing south west wind is a feature of the course resulting in a low punched shot being a useful addition to the players' repertoire; the small greenkeeping team still find time in the winter to upgrade the course as highlighted by the beautifully revetted bunker across the front of the seventeenth par-three green.
Prestatyn Golf Club features in the Welsh Golfing Union calendar and is proud hosts to The Welsh Ladies Open Strokeplay Championship 2014, The Welsh Men's Amateur Championship 2015 and The LGU Senior Ladies British Open Amateur Championship in 2015.
A new seventh green, tucked away in the dunes, starts to develop the excitement, with the ‘island’ green, short, par-four ninth and long par-four tenth turning back into the prevailing wind. Whilst the stretch from twelve to sixteen is as fine a challenge as you will find anywhere on a classic links, with a spine of dune and the railway dominating play.
Aside from the exceptional golf course; Prestatyn offers all important practice facilities including a well-appointed driving range, as well as a putting green and chipping area to touch up on one's short game.
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Located in Denbighshire, Prestatyn Golf Club features a magnificent championship links course. Voted in the top ten winter links, Prestatyn Golf Club enjoys a temperate climate and its seaside nature ensures that golfers can play the greens all the year round on superb turf.
Prestatyn Golf Club, North Wales Located in Denbighshire, Prestatyn Golf Club features a magnificent championship links course. Voted in the top ten winter links, Prestatyn Golf Club enjoys a temperate climate and its seaside nature ensures that golfers can play the greens all the year round on superb turf.
Aside from the exceptional golf course; Prestatyn offers all important practice facilities including a well-appointed driving range, as well as a putting green and chipping area to touch up on one's short game.
The most northerly course in Wales, Prestatyn is set besides rolling sand dunes and only a few hundred yards from the sea. Sitting in 150 acres of superb unspoilt links land, the stunning course, welcoming clubhouse, breathtaking scenery and challenges like no other combine to provide for exceptional golfing and socialising.
The clubhouse at Prestatyn is home to extensive member and visitor facilities including a lounge bar and full catering service. The Yew Tree Restaurant & Function Room provides meals, snacks and a Sunday carvery with catering packages organised for visiting groups. Room hire is also available for private parties and celebrations.
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Prestatyn Golf Club is a popular venue among visiting society groups who enjoy the challenge of playing the links championship course as well as the excellent social facilities.
sixteen is as fine a challenge as you will find anywhere Prestatyn Golf with Club is a of popular among on a classic links, a spine dune andvenue the railway visiting society dominating play. groups who enjoy the challenge of playing the links championship course as well as the excellent social facilities. The present course at Prestatyn was founded in 1905 and has undergone continuous improvements. Most recently Currently East Wales Golf aretooffering in 1993, the North club embarked on extensions the club- the opportunity four regional golfgolfer. courses for house meetingto theplay needs of the discerning just £70. The North East Wales Golf Four Club Pass enables golfers to in play Rhyl, Golfing Rhuddlan, Prestatyn Golf Club features the Welsh UnionSt Melyd and Prestatyn golf courses. The passes calendar and is proud hosts to The Welsh Ladies Open are available to be purchases online Strokeplay Championship 2014, Thenow Welsh Men'sthrough AmNorthChampionship Wales Tourism ateur 2015 andat Thewww.gonorthwales. LGU Senior Ladies co.uk.Open Amateur Championship in 2015. British
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Currently North East Wales Golf are offering the opportunity to play four regional golf courses for just £70. The North East Wales Golf Four Club Pass enables golfers to play Rhyl, Rhuddlan, St Melyd and Prestatyn golf courses. The passes are available to be purchases now online through North Wales Tourism at www.gonorthwales. co.uk. For further information, please call Prestatyn Golf Club on 01745 854 320 or email enquiries@prestatyngolfclub. co.uk
BIG SUCCESS FOR
TURFCARE LIVE EVENT
The Sand Pro 2040Z with zero-turn being put through its paces at Turfcare Live.
Toro distributor Lely UK has recently staged a brand new, open-air customer event. Called Turfcare Live, it gave users and new buyers the chance to see and test drive all the latest Toro turf equipment, and learn more about the company’s golf irrigation products. TYM Tractors and Otterbine water aerators, also distributed by Lely, were part of the show, too. The two-day event at the end of September was held at Wyboston Lakes, in Bedfordshire, which boasts its own 18-hole golf course set among 350 acres of countryside. It was a big success, attracting hundreds of turfcare professionals comprising a lively mix of greenkeepers, groundsmen, contractors and landscapers, who were joined by their local dealers.
Visitors gather to view the demonstrations at TurfCare Live. All were given the opportunity to test drive key pieces of equipment – from mowers, aerators and sprayers to top dressers, utility vehicles, TYM tractors and more – and gain valuable advice on operating techniques from Lely’s Toro experts on-hand. It was the same for Toro irrigation, where visitors were able to watch demonstrations and talk to experts about their needs – including the company’s new Infinity Sprinkler Series with innovative ‘Smart Access’ for quick and easy maintenance – and Otterbine pond and lake aeration products. Jeff Anguige, Lely’s Toro sales manager, says: “We decided to ring the changes this year and hold one event at a single venue instead of doing road shows across the country. I’m delighted to say our new Turfcare Live format worked extremely well and we were pleased with the fantastic turnout from everyone.” TYM and Otterbine products are distributed throughout mainland UK by: Lely (UK) Limited, 1 Station Road, St Neots PE19 1QH. Call: 01480 226800, email: turfcare.uk@lely.com or visit www.:elyturfcare.com for further details. For further press information contact: Michelle Finch or Colin Turner at oneagency.co Telephone: 01603 252555
THE OLD PADESWOOD GOLF CLUB
Stay and play the Old Padeswood Golf Club Old Padeswood Golf Club is situated on the Cheshire and North Wales border in the county of Flintshire and has been a golfing site for over 100 years. The current club was established in 1977 and increased to 18 holes in 1985. Old Padeswood is an easy club to find, located close to the town of Mold, 7 miles from Wrexham and 10 miles west of the historical city of Chester. The A55 runs close by, so the club is within an hour’s drive of Manchester, Liverpool and the North West. The club has an enjoyable course which is in very good condition. The course has one of the most difficult opening holes in North Wales and two of the most memorable finishing holes frequently commented upon by visitors. The 17th hole is a feature hole with a rolling fairway and the green in a bowl at the end, although this par 5 looks straightforward, your work isn’t finished when you reach the green.
Old Padeswood prides itself on being a friendly Golf Club and welcomes visitors and societies. The clubhouse can provide a wide variety of refreshments from a light bite to a full three course meal.
Old Padeswood has got together with the Beaufort Park Hotel and other golf clubs in the area to offer you an affordable golf weekend in Wales.
The winter package (Oct – March), costs £65, and the summer package (April – Sept) costs £70. Both package deals are based on 2 people and include 2 rounds of golf per person on 2 different courses and overnight accommodation (sharing a twin room) at the Beaufort Park Hotel. There is a £10 supplement for single occupancy and tee off times will be arranged at the time of booking.
These packages have limited availability, to book or for more information visit www.oldpadeswoodgolfclub.co.uk, T: 01244 550414 E: sec@oldpadeswoodgolfclub.co.uk.
Give your Golf Society a Day to Remember At The Award-Winning
CARMARTHEN GOLF CLUB
If you are already planning a Day Out in 2015 for your Golf Society......then Carmarthen Golf Club is the perfect choice! Set in the stunning Carmarthenshire countryside, just 3 miles from Carmarthen Town centre, Carmarthen Golf Club is regarded as one of the finest golf courses in Wales. No surprise then it was recently voted Welsh Golf Club of the Year 2011. Established in 1907, the Club is no stranger when it comes to receiving commendations, having this year been awarded a ranking for the first time in Wales's elite course guide, as Darren Griffiths, the Club's Director of Golf explained to us: "We were delighted to be ranked as the 34th Best Course in Wales by the Top 100 Course Website, one of only a few websites that rate all the best known courses across the world. This high ranking would not have been possible were it not for the dedication and hard work of the Club's staff and members." Golf Societies and Corporate bookings are welcome at the Club every day throughout the year. Whether your Golf Society is looking for a brilliant Day Out or you are planning a Corporate Function, visitors are sure of a warm Welsh welcome at Carmarthen Golf Club, which offers a challenging course; carved through the Gwili Valley it offers a parkland layout that will challenge you and excite you at the same time. Designer of the course J H Taylor certainly left his mark on this testing course, from which the views can only be described as breathtaking.
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Visitors and Members alike are able to take advantage Superb mem of the Club's well-stock Pro-Shop and impressive to suit every Driving Range, boasting 7 Practice Bays and a Teaching Bay, added to this the Club has recently taken delivery of a Trackman, and Darren was keen to outline how the Trackman is sure to improve your game! "With the use of the Trackman, we will be able to compile a full list of data that will allow us to make any necessary changes to get you those 20 extra yards! Trackman is used by over 150 TOUR Professionals, and all across the World by golf coaches! But did you know, there is only 3 Trackman Launch Monitors in Wales........and one of them is at Carmarthen Golf Club!!" Carmarthen is rightly proud of its' Clubhouse which provides a friendly atmosphere in which you can relax with a drink, or a snack, whilst taking in the panoramic views across Carmarthen's beautiful course. Key to the Club securing the accolade of Welsh Golf Club of the year 2011, was the commitment on the part of all the staff to ensure visitors are made to feel 'at home'. This philosophy has certainly paid dividends with a great many visitors returning again and again. Darren added: "We have four Golf Day Packages available, which can be tailored to meet your requirements, including for the ultimate experience, the Premier Day Package."
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vouchers to use for return visits and golf shop prizes," Darren explained, "You will then be guided to the first tee where the pride of Carmarthen will delight you at every turn, from the slick and true greens, to the breath taking views of Carmarthenshire's finest countryside."
"After your round of golf you will be invited into our cosy Restaurant where you will be fed and watered by our outstanding catering team Martin and Sandy."
TO MAKE SURE YOUR NEXT GOLF SOCIETY OUTING IS ONE THAT IS REMEMBERED FOR ALL THE RIGHT REASONS.......CONTACT: Carmarthen Golf Club Blaenycoed Road, Carmarthen Wales SA33 6EH Tel: +44 (0)1267 281588 Email: info@carmarthengolfclub.co.uk Website: www.carmarthengolfclub.co.uk
GLYNHIR GOLF CLUB TRUE WELSH HOSPITALITY.......... 1ST CLASS GOLF.................. EXCELLENT FACILITIES Nestling in the heart of the beautiful and secluded Carmarthenshire countryside, Glynhir Golf Club offers its testing yet picturesque 6,000 yard 18 hole parkland course, featuring abundant rambling fairways and mature wooded areas. Whatever level of player Glynhir provides a challenging game to test the skills of golfers of all abilities. Situated at the foot of the Black Mountains, just a mile from the Brecon Beacons National Park, an area regarded as one of outstanding natural beauty, it's little wonder Glynhir is regarded as a 'Hidden Gem'. With roots dating back over 100 years, Glynhir enjoys a long established reputation for the warm welcome it offers to all visitors, who, along with the Club's members, are able to experience not only a challenging game of golf, but also take advantage of the 1st class facilities the Club has to offer. The Club also boasts an all-weather Driving Range facility, which is available to both members and visitors alike and ideal for honing your skills before playing on the course.. Glynhir hasn't always enjoyed the level of success it does today. Just 18 months ago the Club was suffering badly from reduced income, falling memberships and poor green fee income. Recognising the problems facing the Club, Chairman David Harry had the foresight to seek support from the GDW.
As a result, Glynhir became one of the 10 clubs in GDW’s ‘Golf Development Business’. The Club has undergone many changes in the last 18 months including recruiting Keith Lloyd as General Manager, appointing Bruce Porter as the Club's Professional and putting in place a new highly experienced Catering team. These major decisions, together with a support of the entire staff at Glynhir, has seen the Club's situation totally reversed; with Glynhir today back to being a highly successful and popular Golf Club that offers a prosperous proposition for local golfers. Key to enabling the Club to once again become highly successful, Glynhir introduced a number of incentives, including a ‘4 for 3’ offer to encourage people to join in groups, offering free golf group sessions to would-be lady golfers and the introduction of a ‘Two Month Taster’ membership for £99, enabling potential members to play the course for two calendar months as much as they like during the period.
If you are organising a day out for your Golf Society, then Glynhir is the perfect choice; offering splendid golfing facilities....... comfortable Clubhouse...... bespoke catering facilities and friendly helpful staff: The comfortable Restaurant where you can relax after your game and enjoy a drink and a snack or meal with fellow players.
Competitive Society Day packages NOW available to book for 2015! Large and Small groups catered for (8-60) Glynhir can tailor your Society's needs to any budget with the All-in-Package from just £25pp including....... •Coffee & Bacon Roll on arrival •Personal welcome by a PGA Professional •Complimentary Group Photograph •18-holes of golf •2-course evening meal!
Organising a Golf Society visit to Glynhir Golf Club couldn't be easier Simply Tel: 01269 851365 (Option 1 for the Office/Manager) or Email: info@glynhirgolfclub.co.uk Website: www.glynhirgolfclub.co.uk
In this day and age it's refreshing to find a family-run business that still holds fast to traditional values such as honesty, integrity and good value for money. Yet this is exactly what you expect from MacLeonard Golf, a forward-thinking company backed by highly experienced sta and modern support services.
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As a third generation custom club builder, James has certainly put his mark on the company over the past 3 years; with clients now able to take advantage of the new Winter Golf Simulator located at the Company's recently refurbished Fitting Studio at Hollywood Lane, Worcestershire.
MacLeonard Golf clients can rest assured they will receive first class workmanship at less than Club Class prices; with JR Berwick and his team drawing on their skill and expertise to provide professional repair work covering everything from re-gripping, shaft fitting and removal, bending irons to correct loft and lie to within 0.25 degree accuracy. "We undertake to test every new shaft for flex and bend points, spine and align or flow set for ultimate load and release when swinging through the ball. We also supply new components to build a precision set of irons, hybrids, fairway woods, drivers and putters. Perfection is possible with our computerised method of swing matching using a MOI machine (moment of inertia) this system is great for sets of irons or woods."
"Clients are welcome to come along to the Fitting Studio and watch as our experienced team carry out all aspects of club repairs and custom assembly to professional player standard; in addition to building clubs for both amateur and professional players.
Little wonder then MacLeonard Golf has achieved an enviable reputation worldwide as builders of Custom Fit Golf Clubs, not just in the UK but over the whole of Europe. Explaining the secret to the company's year-on-year success James went on to say:
We are also leaders in the field with producing Long Drive Clubs, many of which have been successfully campaigned to win both European and world long drive championships. Such competitors as Scott Smith with his record breaking 539 yard drive (on a fairway not runway) or Michael Lindblom European long drive champion, not forgetting Adam Stacy - a home grown boy who was ranked 3rd in the world when using our Bang-o-Matic drivers."
"We use components from some of the most reliable OEM's including Nakashima Golf - producers of great drivers, fairways woods and irons, and Sukira Golf, offering the latest Japanese design Drivers, Fairway Woods, Hybrids, Irons and Wedges. Then there is Bang Golf, manufacturers of the longest drivers on the planet - with its' Bang-o-Matic 460 driver having made a fantastic 539 yard drive in the REmax championships. Using such very highest quality components has enabled us to create the fantastic MacLeonard Stealth Driver.
riginally run only as a web-based company from the Channel Islands, MacLeonard Golf is now in the capable hands of Director, James Robert Berwick, who took over the reigns of the company 3 years ago when his grandfather retired. A GCA certified club repairer and custom club fitter/builder, as well as being a Member of the Professional Club-Building Society, James is 'perpetually in pursuit of excellence'.
Having achieved a trusted reputation with Golfers on tour,
Our shafts are supplied by Fujikura, considered the Rolex of Shafts, or the tour preferred UST Mamiya and their TSPX models, and now we offer Nippon Steel shafts from Japan, the finest we have ever come across. We also offer the ever faithfully True Temper Steel shafts because of their trusted reputation on tour. Our grips are supplied by Golf Pride, with their trusted Tour Velvet, and Multi Compound half cord series. Lamkin another long known brand with their crossline grips. Winn Grips are also offered as a component part. We have numerous shaft adapters to fit Taylor Made, Titleist, Cobra, Callaway and more. Not forgetting our 2nd chance golf balls from Titleist, Bridgestone 330S, and Taylor Made Penta Balls. We also offer the ever faithfull True Temper Steel shafts. When asked what advantages there were to having a custom-built Golf Club, James told us:
" Past experience has shown that it is far better to buy equipment which can then be expertly tuned into your swing and style, rather than the other way round”.
The best chance a golfer has to improve their game, and maximise their ability, is to have genuine custom built or fitted golf clubs. Less than 5% of Golfers play with golf clubs that are truly custom fitted. This is because most golfers believe, that being custom fit means buying OEM (Original equipment manufacturer) such as Callaway, Taylor Made, Nike etc, or what is promised in an advert when you swing their club. Most are not aware, or even made aware that fitting carts offer little more than three options in respect of lie angle, flex and possibly length. Others felt that filling out a questionnaire on a website constituted a custom fit. Regrettably this does not come close to real custom fitting.
”So, what does it take to make an expert club maker? " Most PGA professionals are not professional club-makers, they usually have a good sound knowledge of how certain clubs perform and a rudimental knowledge of how to fit someone, but they are not the same as Professional clubmakers. Real custom fitting is a complex and scientific knowledge, requiring precise measurements, individual swing and physical parameters. A wide range of clubheads, shafts and grips are made available, unlike OEM clubs which are assembled on a factory production line and fitted with given shafts and grips. Another fact is that it can be difficult to truly fit OEM clubs due to the way the club-heads are made, some are not bendable like the clubs Professional club-makers and fitters use.
In comparison to the 3 variables found in an OEM fitting Cart, a professional Club-fitter will use many including:
Shafts:
Flex, Torque, Weight, Spine alignment, Flex profile, Material composition & design.
Club-heads:
Loft angle, Lie angle, Lie angle, Hosel offset, Sole angle, Bulge, Roll,Face angle, Material composition & design.
Grips: Size,
Weight, Material & design, Length, Total Weight, Swing-weight, Moment of inertia, Set Make up. Derived from what is known as 'practical club fitting' used by most professional club fitters, MacLeonard Golf 's bespoke Club Fitting Service is continuously evolving, being reviewed and updated, in order to ensure it achieves by far the best results: "Factory built sets are rarely fine tuned to make sure the flex frequency remains constant throughout the set," James concluded, "Frequency matching would take them far to long and clubs built in factories are made for the majority, not the minority. Using Custom-built equipment could improve your game infinitely. We are not aware of anyone we have fitted with a set of clubs that has failed to improve."
Think you can't afford to have your golf equipment repaired by such a professional company! Think Again!! Below are sample prices charged by MacLeonard Golf for labour costs only per club:
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Re-gripping - £2.00 (or £1 when grips are purchased from MacLeonard Golf) Re-shaft standard wood or iron - £10.00 Re-shaft for a Thru-Bore - £13.00 Remove Broken Shaft - £5.00 Adjust Loft & Lie - £2 for either (or £3.00 for both) Lengthen wood or iron (including extension) - £5 Shorten Wood or Iron - £4
Routine jobs can be carried out whilst you wait for personal callers - otherwise post your piece of golf equipment to the company and the dedicated team at MacLeonard Golf will repair and ship it back within 2 working days - this will incur an extra charge for postage. On the company's website: www.macleonardgolf.co.uk you will find a wealth of quality golf equipment and accessories which you can buy online.
NOW IN STOCK! The long awaited KIMOTO putter from Sukira Golf. MacLeonard are official custom builders for the Pagoda series by Sukira Golf. These clubs are the 'best of the best', especially when partnered with Japanese shafts by Fujikura, UST Mamiya & Nippon. Available in Black Matt or Nickel Silver finish, this revolutionary Putter is forged from a single billet of Japanese S-20c Carbon Steel, this all new design being engineered by Akira Suzuki - known as the putter Picasso! Available from MacLeonard Golf either ready to play or as a component head only to approved fitters.
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ith over fifty years of relentless Research and Development, Nippon Shafts have established the benchmark with a commitment to excellence and innovation in the design of steel and graphite golf shafts for professionals and amateurs alike.
NOW OPEN! MacLeonards are pleased to announce the opening of JR'S REPAIR SHOP, independently owned and operated by James Berwick (certified custom club builder)
for re-shafting, re-gripping, loft and lie adjustments, swing-weighting, advanced assembly, custom fitting and none standard repair You are welcome to drop off clubs for repair during normal opening hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday (any other time by arrangement). You will find ample parking facilities. Alternatively, if you would prefer a one-to-one fitting consultation please call 0121 474 2969 for an appointment. "Why not call into our Showroom and new Fitting Studio, which has been totally refurbished over the last 12 months, where you can see for yourself our craftsmen at work repairing and custom-building the high quality golf clubs for which we have been renowned worldwide. We would be delighted to discuss your specific needs and offer advice to ensure you purchase a Club that will not only meet, but exceed your expectations"
MacLeonard Golf
Units 3-5, 2 Hollywood Lane Hollywood, Worcestershire B47 5PP Tel +44 (0) 121 474 2969 Email: admin@macleonard.co.uk Website: www.macleonard.co.uk (4.5 miles from the M42 Junction 3)
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