Hello and welcome to this week’s newsletter.

The course just about held up in the winds this week and I think we were certainly lucky compared to other parts of the country. It was nice to see the new bunkers in play too this week. I’ve not managed to find one yet but I'm sure I will at some point. The ones on the fourth make the second shot look completely different.

Captains drive-in this weekend

This weekend sees the drive-in of the new captains and the start of their years, good luck to Justine, Graham, Bill and Charlie for that. Hopefully no short distance records will be set. I would like to take the opportunity to thank Melissa and Gary for their year, particularly Gary who I've managed to spend some time and fun on the golf course especially with the trip to Wellingborough when we were nearly men but was a very fun day out.

Just to make you feel better, or worse Gary, the guys who beat us by 3 points on the day and won the all-inclusive trip to play in Morocco and compete for the £5,000 first prize, won out there. My old county mate Paul Bradshaw from Holme Hall Golf Club in Scunthorpe managed to beat the rest of the field in Morocco at a Gary Player designed course and said it was the best course he had ever played.

Never mind Gary. Sawston and Saffron Walden are much better this time of year anyway, but hopefully Graham and I will have the opportunity to compare and contrast the two destinations next year.
Talking of playing in warmer climates, Josh Izod is competing this week in Spain in the finals of the Sky Sports Junior Championships.

I'm sure he will do himself and the club proud and wish him the best of luck in bringing back some silverware.

Course Management Lesson

As we see our first frosty morning at the Golf Club, we know that winter is soon approaching. Take hold of our 9 hole course management playing lesson offer which is only £60 for 9 holes with a PGA Professional! This is a great way to take what you may have learnt on the range to where you play all your golf. Learn about green reading, club selection and course management all in the 9 holes whilst playing alongside Rob, Aaron or Sarah.

To book just ring, email or pop in the Pro Shop - allow 2 hours for this lesson.

Refreshers Afternoon Practice Sessions @ Saffron Walden Golf Club

Are you looking to improve your golf skills throughout the winter?

Sunday, 10 December 12:30-1:30pm
Short Game Special!

Sunday, 17 December 12:30-1:30pm
Range Session- All Clubs!

The hour will be supervised practice session ran by PGA Professional Sarah Smith, for those who want to improve their game over the winter. During the afternoon your will be at the range having a swing analysis with video technology, using all your clubs!

It’s a fun afternoon, meeting new people, improving your game and you will be refreshed on the skills of improving your golf game.

To Secure Your Place, Maximum Of 8 In A Group:

Sarah Smith, PGA Professional’s Email- sarah@smithperformancegolf.co.uk | Telephone- 01799 522786

Junior Coaching Programme

Saturdays 10:00,11:00 & 12noon
25th November | 2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd December

Sundays 10:00 & 11:00am
26th November | 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st December

6 Week Programme At Saffron Walden Golf Club

The first 5 weeks will involve learning, long game, short game, putting & skills based challenges. The final week includes an exciting competition!

Only £40 For 6 Weeks! £8 per session for roll up on the day.

Book Now To Secure Your Place, Maximum Of 10 In A Group:

Rob McNicholas, Aaron Howard & Sarah Smith, PGA Professional’s Email- rob@swgc.com | sarah@smithperformancegolf.co.uk | Telephone- 01799 522786