I played today and..(Rolling) -originally created by JohnnyDee

[NearHull]

Pricey one! Well done, how was the course? Heard they have made a few changes but not been since.

My first time there so I can’t really comment on the changes. Prior to going there, I had heard only good things about the course. The greens were excellent today, I hear they are always good. It’s on sandy soil and apparently drains well - good winter course.

 

[IanM]

2nd round of the Bideford Bay Pairs today. We followed up the 36 at Saunton with 45 at RND. (4BBB)

We came 13th out of 224 pairs, 8 shots adrift. No complaints, short game was wonky yesterday. Both of us had a 2, one each day, so we've got some cash coming.

Got the booking sheet for next year. I recommend it to you folk. Cheaper than 2 green fees and great food after. But my word, it was hot yesterday!

 

[HeftyHacker]

Had a solo knock tonight after I was unable to join my pals for a knock as planned. Went out a bit later than usual and really enjoyed the walk in the cooler, breezier conditions.

Was interesting playing the course with the wind playing pretty much the exact opposite to the prevailing wind. Whereas it normally protects those with a slice from the estuary, tonight it was pushing them towards the estuary. As a result I took the 2iron off the tee, with varying levels of success.

Anyway heres a few snaps, conditions were stunning this evening so couldn't resist a few.

looking down the approach to the 18th with the clubhouse in the background.



the path between the 16th green and 17th tee, with the Wyre estuary and Morecambe Bay in the background.


View from the 17th Green with the 18th fairway behind.

 

[GG26]

On holiday in Scotland for a week and managed to pursuade the better half to allow me one game whilst we were there using the half set I could get in the boot.

We were staying near Leven and managed to get a twilight round on Leven Links (looks like they drop the price to £40 for rounds starting after 4pm a few days ahead).

Was only my second links round and was out on my own. Had trouble working out where the first two greens were, but it got easier to locate them after that! I just couldn't get the pace of the greens, which were much firmer and faster than any I've played on before. Was just off the first green in 3 and then took 5 putts for an 8. Highlight was a birdle on the par 5 12th.

Hopefully won't have to wait another two years before my next links round.

 

[Lord Tyrion]

There was "allegedly" a team up our way, that always booked the last slot and checked the scores before putting their card in.

Nothing alleged about a group that does the same up here. I was helping out with cards at an Open at ours a couple of years ago and I was specifically told not to give scores in out to anyone who asked to scupper them. Sadly it means we don't run a live leaderboard but it keeps them guessing at least ?

 

[fundy]

Had a solo knock tonight after I was unable to join my pals for a knock as planned. Went out a bit later than usual and really enjoyed the walk in the cooler, breezier conditions.

Was interesting playing the course with the wind playing pretty much the exact opposite to the prevailing wind. Whereas it normally protects those with a slice from the estuary, tonight it was pushing them towards the estuary. As a result I took the 2iron off the tee, with varying levels of success.

Anyway heres a few snaps, conditions were stunning this evening so couldn't resist a few.

looking down the approach to the 18th with the clubhouse in the background.

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the path between the 16th green and 17th tee, with the Wyre estuary and Morecambe Bay in the background.
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View from the 17th Green with the 18th fairway behind.
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looks utterly beautiful

 

[louise_a]

I took out one of our newer members to mark a card for her handicap, apart from some wayward drives and struggling with the pace of putts she played very well and hit the ball a good long way. I am expecting her to improve quickly.
Lovely to see roe Deer on the course too

 

[davidy233]

My wedding anniversary today so the missus and I had an afternoon/evening at Gleneagles for a late lunch in the Dormy (highly recommend their burger £18) and a twilight round (£90 each) on the Queens course.

Scored Ok considering that my driving is a total adventure at the moment (and not in a good way). Three ball out in front of us weren't as quick as we are used to though, thankfully they stopped after the visit to the halfway hut. Only one person out behind us who I called through as soon as he got close. Last eight holes it felt like we were the only people on the property. Took almost exactly four hours to get round but if the three ball hadn't disappeared it would have been over 4 and a half I'd reckon.

It was very hot when we teed off and thankfully the half way hut had ice cream when we go there. It cooled down a fair bit after we got started again.

Very, very enjoyable day and the staff treated us like gold, really enjoyed the course which was in great condition. Added bonus of a couple of deer hanging around as we hit our tee shots on the 18th.


GWest monstrocity clubhouse photographed from 7th green on the Queens course, Gleneagles - anyone played there?


11th green Queens course, Gleneagles


12th hole Queens course, Gleneagles - that sign isn't kidding


Short par 4 15th, Queens course, Gleneagle


Par 3 17th hole Queens course, Gleneagles - that bunker on the right saw me play my most satisfying shot of the day - it's a long way below the green


Deer risks it's life with the way I'm hitting a driver at the moment - 18th hole, Queens course, Gleneagles


and it's mate is a bit more cautious

 

[Imurg]

Oooooh..that clubhouse....
So tasteful...

 

[patricks148]

Played my last game at nairn for a week now as the 5 day open is on next week, putted poorly, could not get the pace especially how much quicker they were compared to Nairn Dunbar s yesterday, on the bright side I didn't leave any short.

 

[Lord Tyrion]

A nearly day today. In football terms I had the bulk of the possession, had plenty of chances but let in an extra time equaliser ?.

In English, drove really well, hit my 7 wood like a dream, chipping slightly off and couldn't buy a putt. It was a day I should have been 4-6 shots under handicap. In the end I was 1 under handicap. Those days don't come along often so I'm annoyed not to have taken full advantage.

Lovely day though. Weather ideal, company on good form and watched my son play really well and possibly win. Thinking about that makes me slightly less miffed, only slightly though ??

 

[jim8flog]

The joy of playing today was the TV weather forecast said light rain and an occasional heavy shower with a chance of lightning, The phone said app heavy rain with lightning and we had a totally dry round.

Totally social round, no score card and my own decision on gimme length.

Half of our usual crowd had cried off without even going to the club!!

 

[Lump]

First comp today playing off plus figures. Started well until I got to the Si.18 par 3. Standing on the tee knowing it’s a par 2 will take a little getting use too.
Made a complete hash of it and walked off with a triple. (ducking?mint).
Rallied for a 75 but would have been far better with a par on that hole.

 

[HampshireHog]

Back after an injury lay-off this month. Arms and body not really in synch and found myself weirdly contorted on a few shots.

Signed for a disappointing 90, about half the holes were decent, but with a couple of 8’s and a couple of 7’s on the card no real surprise.

Still good to be playing again, next comp in August so need to find some course time in the next few weeks.

 

[Crow]

First comp today playing off plus figures. Started well until I got to the Si.18 par 3. Standing on the tee knowing it’s a par 2 will take a little getting use too.
Made a complete hash of it and walked off with a triple. (ducking?mint).
Rallied for a 75 but would have been far better with a par on that hole.

You're thinking like a new 17 handicapper who no longer gets a shot on SI 18 there Lump!

You know better than most that the index doesn't matter and the 1 under hole will be where it will be.

 

[patricks148]

Oooooh..that clubhouse....
So tasteful...

it still looks unfinished though the course is in use,though not open to the public

 

[Yorkhacker]

First comp today playing off plus figures. Started well until I got to the Si.18 par 3. Standing on the tee knowing it’s a par 2 will take a little getting use too.
Made a complete hash of it and walked off with a triple. (ducking?mint).
Rallied for a 75 but would have been far better with a par on that hole.

The perils of being a plus handicap golfer. I feel sorry for the guy at your club who shot 6 under and still only finished on 36points!

 

[Wilson]

My wedding anniversary today so the missus and I had an afternoon/evening at Gleneagles for a late lunch in the Dormy (highly recommend their burger £18) and a twilight round (£90 each) on the Queens course.

Scored Ok considering that my driving is a total adventure at the moment (and not in a good way). Three ball out in front of us weren't as quick as we are used to though, thankfully they stopped after the visit to the halfway hut. Only one person out behind us who I called through as soon as he got close. Last eight holes it felt like we were the only people on the property. Took almost exactly four hours to get round but if the three ball hadn't disappeared it would have been over 4 and a half I'd reckon.

It was very hot when we teed off and thankfully the half way hut had ice cream when we go there. It cooled down a fair bit after we got started again.

Very, very enjoyable day and the staff treated us like gold, really enjoyed the course which was in great condition. Added bonus of a couple of deer hanging around as we hit our tee shots on the 18th.

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GWest monstrocity clubhouse photographed from 7th green on the Queens course, Gleneagles - anyone played there?

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11th green Queens course, Gleneagles

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12th hole Queens course, Gleneagles - that sign isn't kidding

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Short par 4 15th, Queens course, Gleneagle

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Par 3 17th hole Queens course, Gleneagles - that bunker on the right saw me play my most satisfying shot of the day - it's a long way below the green

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Deer risks it's life with the way I'm hitting a driver at the moment - 18th hole, Queens course, Gleneagles

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and it's mate is a bit more cautious

I played the Queens early morning, on a beautiful day, the course was quiet and it was a great experience.

 

[Wilson]

Tee time booked yesterday, but unsure if the weather would let us play, (Captains Day was cancelled due to the predicted thunderstorms). The forecast changed more times than my swing thoughts in the lead up , but it turned out to be a cracking afternoon, on a nearly deserted course! We let a couple in a buggy through on the 4th, and didn’t see another soul!

I played holes 1-7 like a complete plank, and was +9 after 7…. I then decided I was going to commit to the swing I’ve been taught… +2 for the remaining 11 holes, which included 3 x 3 putts.

So in summary, I’m an idiot.

 

[Lump]

The perils of being a plus handicap golfer. I feel sorry for the guy at your club who shot 6 under and still only finished on 36points!

Harry is a bloody good golfer. Was a 4hcp 2 seasons ago, now he’s +5!! ??.
my 6 got adjusted to a nett double 4 so I actually lost another 0.1.