Official Thread: William HUnt Trilby Tour 2012

[stevek1969]

What a load of dung. Pay a non refundable deposit in the hope that there is a qualifier in your country then get over stock clothes from last year.

Mr William Hunt you can piss right off.

Why can't he have one in Scotland the home of golf,some off the courses i saw last year were just glorified fields,. Oh he did have one in Scotland Murrayshall what a dump that is. His clothes used to be decent but now at Patrick said Primark could do better and at £250 get it right up ya ye knob

 

[DCB]

I just can't believe people are willing to fork out that amount of money for this.


Unbelievable

 

[shaper]

Hi all,

Newbie here and former Trilby Tour player. Its extremely unfortunate that there is no event in either Ireland or Scotland this year. Im sure alot of the guys are p****d off.

For an alternative for all the golfers in Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England who wont be playing this year , check out www.socialnetworkgolf.com . They are organising 3 day events in each country with courses like The Belfry, Celtic Manor, The K Club all Ryder Cup courses and excellent Scottish events.

They are doing deals for non golfers aswell, " IF " you wanted to bring the missus along for a few days away,

 

[Smiffy]

Its unacceptable and it has to be the last time that they organise it this way.

But unfortunately, it won't be.
As I said in my original post, I had a good day at Bearwood Lakes when I entered a couple of years ago, but the organisational skills left a lot (a lot) to be desired even then.
The venues and dates were announced much later than they originally promised.....by as much as 3 or 4 months. When it was dragging on and on, I was a bit concerned that dates would interfere with holiday plans that I had made and voiced my concerns in an email to them. Would I get my deposit back if I couldn't make the dates they finally came up with? Would I hell....no chance. Tough titty was what I was basically told.
I'm surprised the lads who entered from Scotland and Ireland are getting theirs back if I'm honest.
And the choice of courses??? When I entered you had The Oxfordshire, The London Club, Bearwood Lakes etc. courses where even if you didn't play well you thought "at least I've had a decent day out".
This year??? OK Foxhills is a half decent course, but Old Thorns???? £250.00 to go and play at that Goat Track???? Seriously, I would baulk at £25.00 for that tip.
Still. At least you get to see Mr Wonderful himself, the "legend in his own lunchtime" Mr William Hunt. Strutting around like some little Hitler barking orders to his minions. He really is an officious, jumped up prat.

 

[Scazza]

Looks like the clothing isn't all 2011 clothing, as a few players from 2011 have confirmed that a lot of items were not available to them. Also TT have come forward saying that there is a lot of new items for 2012 available on the store, all is reduced by 50% for anyone who is registered on the site (not sure about that though).

So I have completed everything I have needed to do, I have my space at the Buckinghamshire confirmed (2nd choice was Foxhills, if that failed I wouldn't of been a happy bunny) and ordered my outfit.

After yesterdays website fiasco and disappointment, part of the excitement had returned. Tuesday 24th July is a long way away but I am sure it'll come round quick enough.

I know a lot of people have opinions of the Tour, most are outradged at the organisation (which is understandable) and a few are in disbelief at the price of the events. I see this as an experience and for the £250 I feel I'll get my value for money. Some have said in previous years the quality of the clothing has been poor, a lot of the 2011 players have commented how the quality of the clothing improved. My outfit I ordered was £122.50, a Midweek round at the Buckinghamshire is £90, I'll also get a Callaway Bag, a Belt, a Trilby Hat as well as the Caddie Boiler Suit & Caddie Hat. Also, maybe a bit of TV and an extra round at the Amatuer Final.

I do feel for the Irish and Scottish players who paid their deposits and found out that there was no Irish or Scottish Regional Leg. For one I feel that is an issue the TT need to address when arranging next years TT, taking a £50 no refundable deposit and then announcing the venues is not the way to do it. I would of been gutted if the only course within 150 mile was Trevose! Luckily I don't mind travelling a couple hours so FoxHills & The Buckinghamshire just snuck in.

Hopefully things get sorted and although the 2012 TT hasn't gotten off to the best of starts, I'm hoping come the end of the 24th July I can say it was all worth it.

 

[Robobum]

Trevose for me. Was hoping for an away trip to ireland or Scotland this year but not to be.

Played at The Oxfordshire last year and the organisation was spot on.

150 or so players were booked in, given the rest of their clothing and accesories, fed a breakfast, started on time and marshalled round the course. Then once scores were recorded a good meal was available immediately. A friend of mine, who came joint first, had a handicap issue which was resolved very quickly between the TT team and the lad's home club.

Can't argue with any of that sort of organisation. As for the clothes - last year's trousers were decent, the t-shirt wouldn't be a choice of mine but it fitted in with the style and image of the whole event. Who cares if you look like a doughnut in a Trilby?? That is part of the fun and banter too.


RickG - Frilford is tidy. They play the Europro Q school there ot the red? course i think. Tight in places but well scoreable if your game's in order.

 

[Smiffy]

Played at The Oxfordshire last year and the organisation was spot on. 150 or so players were booked in, given the rest of their clothing and accessories, fed a breakfast, started on time and marshalled round the course. Then once scores were recorded a good meal was available immediately. A friend of mine, who came joint first, had a handicap issue which was resolved very quickly between the TT team and the lad's home club. Can't argue with any of that sort of organisation.

Rob please don't think I was knocking the organisation "on the day". Both of my previous posts mention the fact that I had a good time at Bearwood Lakes. It was the organisation (or lack of it) leading up to the event that got me annoyed. Lots of broken promises and deadlines came and went with very little information. I also can't help noticing that the quality of the courses on offer are considerably below what was on offer just two years ago but the entry fee hasn't gone down to match.

 

[Robobum]

No worries mate, I think we had a PM conversation that 1st year when the dates were delayed ridiculously?? I managed to get my deposit refunded because of it.

I do think he is milking the popularity of the thing. It's a bit like the Arsenal season ticket holders.......who gives a fud if you complain cos there is a waiting list as long as my arm to take your place.....now jog on!!!

Perhaps the issues everyone has with this year may make him buck up next time round??!!

Either way, it fits in for me nicely. Couple of nights away with the bread knife and no need for making an excuse to sneak off and have a knock!!!

 

[sawtooth]

Despite the PR disaster I think just 3 venues (Trevose, Rockcliffe and Sprowston) are available now, it appears fully subscribed on the other 5.

 

[bluewolf]

Despite the PR disaster I think just 3 venues (Trevose, Rockcliffe and Sprowston) are available now, it appears fully subscribed on the other 5.

Its no surprise that its the 3 furthest away from London (except the KP club which appears to have soaked up everyone from the North West). It certainly explains the Southern bias in the venues.

I've lost interest now TBH. I've spent the money on a new Oscar Jacobson jacket and a weekends golf at Formby hall, whilst the Missus is pampered in the Spa...(Oh, and a new 910H whilst I was at the shop, it would have been rude not to.)

 

[sawtooth]

Fair play , its a real stupid move to alienate players (and viewers) by not having venues spread out a bit more. A real simple solution for next year. Announce the venues first then take the deposits!!!!

Anyone else on here confirmed at Caversham Heath?

 

[Dodger]

It still amazes me folk want to shell out that sum of cash for this pish.

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Fair play , its a real stupid move to alienate players (and viewers) by not having venues spread out a bit more. A real simple solution for next year. Announce the venues first then take the deposits!!!!

Anyone else on here confirmed at Caversham Heath?

I'm on the reserve list and not sure how it works. Has anyone been a reserve last yer? Do they tell you when you cna enter and which ones have spaces left? Might be up for caddying at Caversham if anyone is interested and I don't get in by right

 

[patricks148]

It still amazes me folk want to shell out that sum of cash for this pish.

Me too, just don't get it.

My new Competition The "Wullie Fudd Bunnet tour" is sure to be a success.

get your name down and send me £250

 

[richart]

Me three. Think we should set up our own Tour. Now who knows someone at Sky that can get us loads of free advertising, and some Clubs desperate to pay for us to play there ? We could make it the plus four Tour (nice ring to it) and then we could get loads of cheap old gear for everyone to wear in front of the TV.

 

[Smiffy]

It still amazes me folk want to shell out that sum of cash for this pish.

With clubs like The Oxfordshire, The London Club and Bearwood Lakes as venues Dodger, it could (just about) be justified. But like I say........Old Thorns???? Crapola.

 

[patricks148]

Me three. Think we should set up our own Tour. Now who knows someone at Sky that can get us loads of free advertising, and some Clubs desperate to pay for us to play there ? We could make it the plus four Tour (nice ring to it) and then we could get loads of cheap old gear for everyone to wear in front of the TV.

Already sorted;

I give you the "Wullie Fudd Bunnet tour"

Clothing Sponsor, Primark.

Bag Sponsor Dunlop

TV broadcaster, The Outer Hebrides Broadcasting Corporation.

Venues TBC


Cost £250

 

[richart]

Already sorted;

I give you the "Wullie Fudd Bunnet tour"

Clothing Sponsor, Primark.

Bag Sponsor Dunlop

TV broadcaster, The Outer Hebrides Broadcasting Corporation.

Venues TBC


Cost £250

Now that is good value. I will send you a cheque for £50 to reserve my place, and look forward to confirmation of a top course at a later date. Don't worry if it is not within 300 miles as I like travel.:thup:

 

[Smiffy]

Don't worry if it is not within 300 miles as I like travel.:thup:

You've been told to feck off so many times, I don't doubt it

 

[Dodger]

Already sorted;

I give you the "Wullie Fudd Bunnet tour"

Clothing Sponsor, Primark.

Bag Sponsor Dunlop

TV broadcaster, The Outer Hebrides Broadcasting Corporation.

Venues TBC


Cost £250

I'll give you the Hirsel as the venue at £40 a man green fee including bait,£20 a man to the OHBC,£20 for the bags and £10 for the clothes and we can drop the fee to £150 a man and still make a good cut out of it each.....80/20 to me did you say??!!:whoo: