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The highlight of the ACE Golfing Society calendar is without doubt the Scottish trip where we play world class courses and this year was no exception.
The “main event” was the singles game on the fabulous Royal Troon course, an Open Championship venue and a very beautiful example of links golf. It is noted for having a very testing back nine.
Western Gailes is an Open qualifying course that looks inviting and innocuous from the comfort of the timber lined lounge yet proved very challenging, particularly when trying to get out of the bunkers.
The third course played was Prestwick Links where the first Opens were played. This really is a venue steeped in golfing history and proved to be the most difficult of the courses.
The Society stays at quality accommodation on these events and The Marine Hotel at Troon lived up to all expectations, with fine wines and beers, quality food and typical Scottish welcoming hospitality. There was a fine selection of malt whisky for those wishing to sample local specialities.
Traditionally, the ladies join us on these events; some play golf whilst others just enjoy being spoiled in luxurious surroundings. During our stay, the royal wedding added extra interest this year with the hotel providing a champagne morning for the ladies to make the occasion more memorable and enjoyable.
The weather was warm and dry, the best in living memory. Scotland is not known for its good weather but on this occasion we were blessed with a warm sun and just a stiff breeze.
Winner of the men’s singles for the Crisp Trophy was Vice Captain, Alan Exley, with a fantastic 30 points. The ladies singles was won by Christine Sutcliffe (captain’s wife) who takes away the Logie Quaich.
In the passionately fought North versus South match for the Waterman Cup, the North won again; indeed, a comment was made that the only time in recent years the South prevailed was when then captain, Jack McKee, changed sides and played for the North!
If you have an interest in golf and enjoy playing quality courses, why not join? A warm welcome awaits you.
Contact details:
Secretary: Robert Bird
Address: 20 Fairholme Avenue, Romford, Essex. RM2 5UU.
Email: birdb@pbworld.com
Telephone: 01708 700880
Mobile: 07770 335790
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