Romiley Golf Club

June Newsletter 2012

Jim Millington Derek Worthington Jim’s exceptionally patriotic outfit won the day at

The Jubilee Bash - Monday June 4th 2012

Veterans’ Chairman’s Day, June 1st 2012

Once more the biggest field of vets for the year gathered in their attempt to win the Chair’s prize. Why is the

turn out so good? Well the chair always has to provide tea / coffee and toasted tea cakes for the members of

the Vets’ Section who take part. Freebies!! Hence a massive field.

Form is temporary but class is permanent and so it proved with Bob Stirling, that golden oldie Jack Nicklaus

look-a-like, who won with 21points in a card play-off from Barry Logan, he of the boomerang drive. In 3rd

place with 20 points was Peter Drinkwater.

The 18 hole putting competition was fiercely contested but Eric Jones won with 17 strokes and was consigned

to taking home the trophy to put on his mantelpiece for a year.

The vets gather around their chairman, Mike Wilson

Mike Wilson, chairman of the Vets, presents Bob

Stirling with a bottle of malt whiskey

Eric Jones actually looks pleased to receive the

putting trophy from Mike Wilson. The “Iron

Man” would grace any home.

June Monthly Medal, Saturday, 2nd

June 2012

First Division

Second Division

1st Paul Wagstaff

70 – 2 = 68

2nd

Andrew Brown

75 – 5 = 70

3rd

Mark Jones

70 – 0 = 70

1

st Geoff Higgins

80 – 11 = 69

2

nd Phil Morley

81 – 12 = 69

3

rd Paul Beesley

81 – 11 = 70

1

st Steve Brown

89 – 19 = 70

2

nd Lee Prendergast

98 – 26 = 72

3

rd Glyn Roberts

92 – 19 = 73

SINCERE THANKS!

To all Members for the generous pledges for the

Great Manchester Cycle ride in support of Mr.

Captain’s Charity, the ECMO Unit at

Wythenshawe Hospital. The total raised so far is

£315.00…!

Despite a headwind (in both directions!) we

managed a respectable pace for the 52 miles, and

the combined overall time was 5 hr : 30 mins : 9

secs.

Congratulations go to Lee Brinsley - his estimate

was only 21 seconds out! – who wins 2 bottles of

wine, and to Mike Wilson, only 15 minutes out,

who wins one bottle, all donated by Mr. Captain.

Thank you again for your support,

Andrew Cainen John

Gordon

John Gordon and Andrew Cainen

On their bikes again for charity

Astrid Ceelen

Jubilee Bash

This is just one of the many stunning

photos taken by Phil Cody for the

Jubilee Bash

All our Yesterdays -2006 Martyn Wilson, Captain

Following on from John Spence’s recollections of his year of office as Captain of the club, your editor has asked

me to cast my mind back to recall the special moments of my year as Captain alongside June Levy, Lady Captain

and Paul Trafford, President. There were undoubtedly some notable events and one or two which perhaps I would

have preferred not to have happened.

As early as the AGM when I was installed there was some controversy as the Council had previously decided to

review the dress code rules and, as an interim measure, allow a wide range of options including shorts in the

clubhouse during the 2006 playing season. This did not go down too well with the more traditionalist element of

the membership, but we persevered and, after some modifications, the result was the more relaxed attitude which

continues to this day.

I also upset a few members by replacing the “Captain’s Sunday” Cocktail Party with the Barbeque for all

competitors and families, which has been continued very successfully by subsequent captains.

Captain’s Weekend was undoubtedly the highlight for me. The new ponds on holes 2 and 10 came into play for

the first time and we were blessed with superb weather throughout. This enabled the Club to hold the prize

presentation outside on the putting green. Neil Miller was the winner of the 36 holes prize, and at the same time I

presented the prizes to Diane Houghton and John Boydell, the winners of the Captain’s prizes for the Ladies and

the Veterans Sections respectively.

For most of the summer I thought the Club was going to win the Dunham Forest Trophy again as the team, which

was brilliantly managed by John Allman, marched imperiously through to the semi-finals, but alas it was not to

be, and we were knocked out by a strong team from North Manchester by the narrowest of margins.

The Ladies Team for the Mail on Sunday National Tournament also had a great run through to Round 8 of the

contest before succumbing to the Ganton team, which included 3 England International players, and the combined

handicaps of the 5 team members of their team totalled just 1.

At least we managed to win the Ryder Cup at the K Club during my stewardship, and Ian Smith and I had a

memorable few days in Dublin and saw all of the play on Saturday and Sunday before flying home late on

Monday, but not before a refreshing visit to the Guinness Brewery.

On the social scene, Glyn Roberts and Alan Walker masterminded a series of innovative events and I shall keep

the image of Barney and Joan Kelly bopping away to Dancing Queen by the Abba Girls for many years to come.

2006 saw the installation of Martin Thompson as Course Manager. It was a deliberate decision to appoint a highly

qualified professional with the responsibility of advising the Greens Committee what needed to be done, rather

than the other way round. This has resulted in many significant improvements to the golf course during Martin’s

tenure.

Also during 2006, Matthew Ellis was appointed as

Club Professional, following the departure of Lee

Sullivan and Joe Brahimi also left, having served

the Club as chef/caterer for nearly 4 years.

However the most significant development for

the Club during 2006 was the acquisition of

the land adjacent to holes 3, 4 and 5. Andrew

Rexstraw, John Harrison and Richard Davies

finally concluded the deal, which I am sure will

protect the boundaries of the Club in the future.

Martyn Wilson - Captain 2006

Martyn Wilson, circa 2012

June Levy

The good air of Romiley produces another

Octogenarian. June Levy (the indomitable golf,

hockey and tennis player) turned 80 on 9th

June,

2012. How does she do it, in between all that

chattering? This dear and respected past Lady

Captain spent the weekend of her birthday with her

family but her friends at the golf club helped her

celebrate in style. June’s Tuesday lunch group

toasted her with wine and cake and on Thursday after

playing she was presented with flowers from the

Lady Captain and the President of the Past Captains.

Joan Kelly June Levy Audrey Jones

Still Batting at 80

1. Some ladies at 80 are struggling to walk,

They totter and need to be watched like a hawk.

A few years ago June encountered a blip,

But there’s no stopping now that she has her new hip.

2. Some ladies at 80 are doddery and weak,

But our June plays golf at least three times a week.

Not content just to play she wants to reduce,

Either that or it’s Alex she wants to seduce.

3. By 80 most ladies can’t run very far,

But not our June, who’s a tennis star.

Her only concern and the thing she regrets

Is that now she can only manage two sets.

4. As ladies mature they often grow fat,

But our June we know will have none of that.

We’ve seen no sign of her losing her hearing,

There’s still not a chance of deafness nearing.

5. Usually at 80 it’s harder to see,

Especially a ball that’s hit long from the tee.

But June’s eyes refuse to go like the masses,

Not even for reading does she need to wear glasses.

6. And one thing’s for sure, as all of us find,

Her recall’s okay, nothing wrong with her mind.

Often memories fade and dementia begins,

But June never forgets and on quiz night she wins.

7. The main thing that June is an expert at

Is stories and rhyming and idle chat.

Whenever you meet her she tells a long tale,

And attempts to stop her will usually fail.

8. It’s best to just listen and nod your head,

Don’t interrupt or you’ll break up her thread.

But if you’ve a problem you manage to share,

She’ll help if she can, she’ll always be there.

9. She’s a heart of gold, an example to all,

Not for our June a wheelchair and shawl.

Long may it be so, don’t burst your balloon,

It’s your birthday today, happy 80th, June.

Year 3 from Romiley Primary School enjoying their introduction to golf thanks to Alex White, our pro.

JUBILEE/ROCK ‘N’ROLL FUN DAY AND A DICEY 18 HOLE VEGAS SCRAMBLE – JUNE 4TH

2012

After a Sunday of non-stop rain, Monday dawned bright and sunny and stayed that way all through a very exciting

day at Romiley Golf Club. The day kicked off with an 18 hole competition based on a Texas Scramble but tweaked

by his Ebness, the Vice Captain, Simon Hebden.

In an evil little twist the Vice gave each four ball a dice. Numbers 1 to 4 on the dice would be assigned to each

player according to the score card and nos. 5 & 6 meant you could pick any drive. So basically, three of you could

drive the green, be 6 inches from the pin, your fourth team member could then shank his drive deep into the trees

and if you rolled number 4 you all had to go and help him find it or play 3 off the tee!! Nice!!

Many members turned up in red, white and blue outfits or in 1950’s style clothing, including yours truly.

Unfortunately the string tie I was wearing had to be stuffed inside my shirt during play as the pointy metal bits on

the end threatened to take my eye out every time I swung a club!!

After an extremely enjoyable game, everyone came in to the bar for well deserved refreshment and then went

outside to collect a delicious meal of burger or sausage with, chips, coleslaw and salad prepared by Mrs H and her

wonderful girls. The Captain himself was also doing his bit, helping out behind the barbecue. A sound track of all

the greatest rock ‘n’ roll songs accompanied the eating and drinking with many people singing along to the music.

One young lady who hadn’t been born when this music first came out said what happy music it was and how much

she had enjoyed it. Quality will always out!

The Captain then presented prizes to the best dressed members. Jim Millington in a superb Union Jack outfit was

the overall winner, with several ladies also mentioned in despatches.

Then came the results of a very close fought match with 3 teams within a point of each other. In third place were

Mr. Vice, Lee Prendergast and two others, second was the Captain and Janet with two others, but the winners with

a score of 59 were Tony and Glynis Hunt and Nick Schofield and his mum Lynn. After the formalities were over

we all spent an enjoyable afternoon talking, drinking, laughing, drunking and larfing and durnking ‘n’

dinking..........

Lady in Pink

Chris Holland being checked by Heather Denton

Chris Broster, author

Ollie and Mike Andrew

Audrey Jones Pam Cunnington

Heather Denton Chris Holland

Joe Doyle – a winner for the first team

In the D & C League versus Mellor

Thursday 7th

June 2012

Vets versus Bramall Park Friday 8th

June 2012

This was a match played in dreadful weather and the win for Romiley

was muted. Mike Wilson, the chairman of the vets, felt that his only

chance of getting his name in lights was to change his name to “exit”.

But he told the assembled gathering that he had had a hole – in – none.

The ball went out of bounds but the divot went in the hole. Happy days.

Paul Trafford Mike Wilson Ken Cook (BP) Neil Wilson (BP)

Peter Nield (BP) Alan Parkey Peter Howcroft Colin Buckley(BP)

Smiling and/or grimacing in the rain

Centenary Cup, Thursday, 7th June 2012

Barbara Leith was presented with the magnificent

Centenary Cup on 21st June. The medal comp was played

on 7th June and Barbara won with a fabulous score of 67,

playing 9 under, 11 shot lead (css – 76 – very tough

conditions)

In second place with a net 78 was Lady Vice Captain,

Francine Walburn.

Barbara expressed special thanks to Liz Goddard, her

partner that day. Liz commented how weary Barbara

looked going up the 15th, but that wasn’t surprising

because Barbara’s battery had run out of juice on the 10th.

With all that stacked against her and still a fabulous score,

there are obviously even better rounds to come. Watch

this space!

Audrey Jones

Captain’s Away Weekend – 9th

& 10th

June 2012

Following on from last year’s spectacular success (for which

I am now claiming all the credit as Smithy is now back in the

ranks), an intrepid band of 18 Romiley golfers set off on the

Saturday morning for 2 rounds at Cookridge Hall near Leeds,

and another extremely enjoyable trip.

That Saturday the weather on our side of the Pennines was

unpromising to say the least, and there was much grumbling

about having to take waterproofs in the middle of June, but as

we crested the summit on the M62, the skies cleared (a bit)

and by the time we got to our destination, we were hopeful of

a dry round.

The first day was a team event, with two scores counting

from three, and despite the blustery conditions, Andy Reed,

Joe Doyle and Jim Millington prevailed with 75 points. This

was a commendable effort because despite some feeble

objections from the writer and Mr. Captain suggesting that

the yellow tees would present a suitable challenge, there was

a consensus to play the course from the white tees stretching

to 6,515 yards. This gave Mr. Captain further opportunity to

complain about his injured ankle, which I am sad to say he

exploited to excess.

Brent Shore with his first-ever win at golf

Lightning Lee Prendergast with Mike Murray

delighted to accept the Booby prize

After a true “golfers’ dinner” of steak pie, chips, peas

and gravy, followed by sticky toffee pudding and

custard, the party adjourned to the hotel, which, as also

happened last year, was hosting a wedding reception.

“On tour” rules prevent the disclosure of the evening’s

adventures, but I would be remiss if I did not report one

comment made during the evening by Steve Harrison in

the “Stadler & Waldorf” contingent, when he

studiously informed the group that “the bride will be

the woman in the big white dress”.

Sunday morning dawned bright and sunny, and the

wind, which had caused such problems the previous

day, had died down to a gentle zephyr. The competition

was a singles stableford, with the added excitement of a

“Captain’s v President’s Team” event using the

aggregate scores of the individual players.

The competition was running smoothly until late in the

afternoon, when, with three groups still on the course,

the heavens opened and the 18th

hole quickly became

unplayable. I was subjected to much ribaldry, because

after playing the first two holes, I had decided to leave

my waterproof suit in the car, and as a result was

completely drenched when I got back to the clubhouse.

Steve Harrison, Sunday winner with 32 points.

His ability to distinguish the bride form the groom

enabled him to actually kiss the bride.

After adjusting the event to 17 holes, Steve Harrison

emerged as the winner with 32 points, with Mr

President a close second with 31 points. The Captain’s

team was victorious by a considerable margin in the

team match, and the £10 note which he won as his share

of the pot gave Brent Shore the first thing he has ever

won playing golf. After the main prizes had been

distributed there were also presentations of Aunt

Bessie’s Yorkshire Puddings for the individuals

finishing last. I will not name the recipients to avoid

embarrassment, but I suspect Janet Worthington may

have been asked to roast a rib of beef in the week

starting 11th

June.

From its humble beginnings this event has now

acquired two trophies (Sunday winner and the Captains

v Presidents match) along with the opportunity to win a

few quid in the daily sweeps. Jim Millington retains his

position at the top of the money list, having cleaned up

last year, and picking up the team prize on Saturday and

being lucky enough to be in the Captain’s team on

Sunday this year.

Hopefully the event will become an established date in

the club diary and continue in future years.

Martyn Wilson

There is no picture for the author as he managed to

infiltrate himself on several of the photos!

Mr. President, Roger Whalley, is presented with the

Runner-up’s Prize in the Captain v. President match.

The prize was, indeed, a Yorkshire Pudding.

The Winners

Andy Reed Jim Millington Joe Doyle

Senior Men’s Open 4BBB Wednesday 13th

June 2012

The weather just about held for the 120 competitors in this popular event. Seniors are notorious for being ready

to criticise but it is good to report that the course received only praise and the participants were very happy with

the speed of the greens. Also receiving favourable comments were Mike Bury and his team of efficient helpers.

All the waitresses were kitted out in our new sponsor’s gear and looked terrific. Look out for them at future

Opens and the AmAm. A super day reflecting well for our club.

The winners were P. Ormisher and D. Barber from Macclesfield with 43 points.

2nd

Mr. D. Grey Mr. J. Simmons 3rd

Mr. A. Dowd and Mr. I. Masterson Grace Cook Holly Jones

Matlock 41 pts Macclesfield 39 pts modelling the Leama outfits

Mike Bury, organiser Jean Murray, starter

Vets’ Captain’s Prize, Friday 15th

June 2012

1st Mike Andrew 37 2

nd Geoff Higgins 38 3

rd Colin McManus 39 cpo

An Ace for Harry Parker

Phil Roberts, our web site producer, was on the 3rd

tee as Harry Parker hit his tee shot on the 2

nd. The ball hit the front

of the green and rolled straight in for a hole – in one. Phil,

“ever ready”, Roberts whipped out his camera to show a

delighted Harry picking the ball out of the hole.

Junior Section

Vets’ Challenge Trophy:

This bogey competition was held on Sunday 27th

May.

Unfortunately it coincided with Fathers’ Day and there

was a poor turnout. Nevertheless two groups went out a

and the Competition was won by the Junior Captain who,

playing off 20, returned a very creditable ‘even’ score.

Oliver started the year with a handicap of 24 and this

has now been cut to 18.

Oliver Andrew

Captain’s Prize: This Junior Medal Competition will be held on 8th

July. However the Captain, Derek

Worthington, wishes to include ALL Juniors in the Day. Consequently, for those unable to compete for the

Captain’s Prize, there will be a number of fun chipping, putting and driving competitions.

Junior/ “Parent” Event – 27th

August: Details will follow in due course but it is proposed to hold a number of fun

competitions in which involvement rather than skill is the important thing. Please make a date in your diaries.

ROMILEY LADIES BELL CUP TEAM THROUGH TO FINAL 16

A difficult draw away against Blackley was not helped by the recent bad weather. One early Saturday morning

match on June 9th

had already had to be cancelled at the very last minute, due to their course closure. Another

early tee off re-arranged match for Saturday 16th

June also did not look too promising, with wet weather and 2 of

Romiley’s key players sick. However, we were pleased that Anne Ludford & Elizabeth Wilde stepped in at very

short notice to help the team out.

The Blackley course was very wet in places but deemed playable although the “lift clean & place” rule was applied

for the competition and thankfully the rain was holding off – just!

Again the pairings were very evenly matched with little or no shots given. First out was Denise Booth who had a

very good match and won on the 19th

hole, to be followed by Astrid Ceelen with a win of 2/1. Pauline Walker had

a tough opponent and lost her match on the 16th

– it had not helped when her trolley broke down, but fortunately a

replacement was found for the last few holes.

Linda Moore was playing well and won her game 2/1 and Sandra Hewitt had a 2/1 loss, another close game, which

she assured me she thoroughly enjoyed. So it was looking promising for Romiley at this stage with 3 wins, 2 losses

& 2 games still playing. The tension began to build when Anne Ludford halved the 18th

and was all square. So

back to the 1st / 19th

where shot for shot the hole was halved again. On the 20th

after two wayward shots in the

trees, Blackley conceded the hole which gave Anne the win she richly deserved and Romiley the 4 wins to take us

through to the next round. The last player out Liz Wilde was also doing well and although dormey 2, Romiley

conceded this game to finish the match 4 / 3.

A really good result, under difficult conditions and, another great team effort! Thank you to the trolley pullers Janet

Worthington, Lady Captain, Audrey Jones & Gillian Walker who all had an early start to get to Blackley. There

was another rather strange looking Romiley supporter, me. I looked a picture in my waterproofs, rain hat, spotty

umbrella and wearing a pair of large dark sunglasses (worn due to a recent eye op). You take the support where

you can get it! Team: Denise Booth, Astrid Ceelen, Pauline Walker, Linda Moore, Anne Ludford, Sandra Hewitt

& Elizabeth Wilde Report by Irene Barrow – Match Organiser

Denise Booth Astrid Ceelen Pauline Walker Linda Moore Anne Ludford Sandra Hewitt Liz Wilde Irene Barrow

THE BLADES MIXED COMPETITION – SUNDAY 17TH

June 2012

2

nd

Denise Booth and John Parke

A really good turnout ensured a very high standard

of golf in this premier mixed competition.

Although it was a fairly grey day, the rain held off

and the sun even came out for a short while.

Everyone managed to get round without being

soaked to the skin as has happened on several other

competition days. After a quick drink in the bar,

most members returned home to shower and

change before returning for the results and prize

giving. This was followed by yet another delicious

offering from Heather and her girls. Winners were

June Levy and her son Craig. In second place were

Denise Booth and her partner for the day, John

Parke. Finally in 3rd

place was the Welsh Dragon,

Colin Davies and his partner, Liz Goddard.

Winners

Craig Levy and June Levy

3rd

Colin Davies and Liz Goddard

(Colin can be seen showing his cheque. £15 000? Surely not!)

Romiley Vets v Disley Vets, Friday, 22

nd June, 2012

Discussions between officials of the two teams as to whether or not the match could

go ahead were rendered superfluous when the storms which had accompanied the

southward journey of the Olympic torch hit Romiley at about 9 o’clock.

Fans of ‘Marriot’s Monologues’ may be reminded, by the recent weather, of the

wonderful ‘Three Ha’pence a Foot”

I'll tell you an old-fashioned story That Grandfather used to relate,

Of a Joiner and building contractor; 'Is name, it were Sam Oglethwaite.

In a shop on the banks of the Irwell, Old Sam used to follow 'is trade,

In a place you'll have 'eard of, called Bury ; You know, where black puddings is made.

One day, Sam were filling a knot 'ole Wi' putty, when in thro' the door

Came an old feller fair wreathed i ' whiskers; T'ould chap said "Good morning, I'm

Noah."

Sam asked Noah what was 'is business, And t'ould chap went on to remark,

That not liking the look of the weather, 'E were thinking of building an Ark….........

(Not such a bad idea – Keith Selby)

Mr Captain’s Prize for the Ladies, Thursday 21st June 2012

44 ladies braved the elements on Thursday 21st June and played for Mr Captain’s many prizes. Mr Captain,

Derek, unfortunately could not attend in the evening for the presentation because he had to fly off on business to

Italy, but he very kindly postponed his flight until the late afternoon so that he could meet many of the ladies at the

half way house. The reward for battling the wind and rain all the way to the 9th was a welcome glass of

champagne and, of course, Mr Captain and the cheery face of Andrew, his son, who entertained the ladies and was

very concerned that the champagne might not be cold enough!

In the evening Janet, Derek’s wife, read out a message from the Captain apologising for his absence and Janet

presented each of the winners, and Lady Captain, with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. The prizes will be

presented on Sunday 15th July, Mr Captain’s weekend. We missed you Mr Captain, but, as I think you can see

below, we had a good time anyway.

The winners were:

1st Lynn Schofield with a fabulous score of 40 points (an 8 point lead and delighted to be reduced to 24 hcp);

2nd Denise Booth with 32; and 3rd Diane Houghton with 31.

The best back 9 prize was won by Lynn Nuttall 16 and front 9 Lesley Williams 17 (both on a cpo). Longest drive

at the 17th went to Denise Booth, with Beryl Reed winning nearest the pin on the 2nd and Diane Houghton (137

cms) on the 11th. Janet McRoberts won a mystery prize - not a booby prize but what it was for remains a mystery

- and Ros Hale is celebrating with her prize of champagne for driving over the dip on the 7th for the first time.

Audrey Jones

Mid Summer Ball Saturday 23rd

June 2012

Entwistle Cup Saturday 23rd

June 2012

WINNER 6 up

Lightnin’ Lee Prendergast

dances with joy at his win

Second 1 up

Phil Ankers

Third Level

Dan Britton

Mid Summer Ball Saturday 23rd

June 2012

As one walked into the upstairs lounge the buzz, the clamour, the mwah, mwah of missed kisses assailed the

senses. Pimm’s disappeared from the freebies table faster than your editor’s golf swing. And then you noticed the

fabulous lay out of the room created by Andrew Worthington. Aged film stars gazed out at an age group that

would recognise them. Mr. Captain looked superb in his imaginative collar and bow tie whilst Janet tried in vain

to keep him calm. As always, Mr. Captain smiled his way through a great evening. The entertainer, Colin Gibson,

proved a real hit and people were soon hip-hopping and making all their best moves. Lady Captain, Audrey Jones,

gasped to your editor that Roger Whalley, Mr. President, was a “right, little mover.” Exquisitely put, LC.

Janet and Derek Worthington

Frank and Margaret Taylor Martin and Pauline Gahan

Roger Walburn Bob Blundell

(or Stan Laurel?)

(

Roger Walburn merely laughs at Bob’s plaintive pleas that he is

the only one dressed correctly. Mr. Captain was going to fine

Bob but as Mr. Blundell pointed out if he agreed he was

correctly attired then he could fine all the other men at the Ball

and make a fortune. Derek declined.

Ist Team Match v Prestbury – 26th

June 2012

This match was the return fixture following last year’s disappointing result at Romiley, when the Club lost by 4 games to 2

after the promising start of winning the first two games.

In my report last year I compared my team management to that of Arsene Wenger, only to have my hopes dashed by a

general weakness in depth.

I regret to report that this year the result was even more devastating with a crushing 5-1 loss, with only Duncan Challen and

Alan Costello managing to preserve some dignity for the Club with a win by 2 and 1. Now I know what Sir Alex Ferguson

must have felt like seeing his team of stars crushed twice by close neighbours. The only difference being that Prestbury is a

very quiet part of the world.

However all of the matches were closely fought tussles, with all but one reaching at least the 17th green, and Mr. Captain and

Mark Kitchen were aghast to see the Captain’s putt to halve their match on the last green pull up an agonizing 3 inches short

of the hole (there may have been a touch of artistic license when describing the above putt). This was after Mark had been

persuaded that he needed a full 6 iron for the 125 yards approach to the last green. They are still searching for the ball at the

far end of the practice facility.

Noel Coakley

The course at Prestbury was in superb condition and we were fortunate that the rain, which had

fallen steadily for most of the day, relented in time for the match and we remained dry.

The hospitality and catering were excellent, although Eddie Howson was a little confused. I had

left a message with his wife to remind him that the clubhouse rules at Prestbury required jacket

and tie in the dining room. However this had lost something in translation, and she had told him

we were having “jacket potato and pie” for dinner.

The Prestbury Captain, Noel Coakley, was very gracious in his welcome and we all now look

forward to returning to Romiley in 2013.

Martyn Wilson

Watching the Miracle of Nature

This year Phil Cody had a camera inside the blue tit’s “house”. 9 eggs were laid, 8 hatched but only 4 lived to

be old enough to leave the nest. Phil said that it had been marvellous to see them grow. As he says, “That’s

nature!”

Handicap Cup, Round Three, Wednesday 27th

June 2012

Winner John Nolan 83 -18 = 65 2nd

Ian Smith 74 – 8 + 66 3rd

Peter Howcroft 94 – 24 = 70

View from the 15th

tee taken by Paul Chapple for his article “The Romance of Romiley”

published in “Local Golfer

Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” expressed in exquisite photographs

by Colin Hall and expertly framed by Neil Cousins

Editorial team: Martyn Wilson, Chris Broster, Audrey Jones, John Glynn