Sunningdale... (Thursday 29th March 2012)

Smiffy

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As a "bonus" for hitting my targets at work, the sales manager has offered to pay for me to play golf at a decent course.
I have always fancied playing at Sunningdale (yes I know it will be tough but it's always been on my "to do" list).
One round on the "Old" course, during the Summer, is £195.00. But from Nov 1st - 31st March they offer a days play, (one round on the Old and another round on the "New") for £155.00
If you were made this offer, would you rather play one round on the Old during the better weather, or wait until the end of March and play the two?
I was thinking that if I said I wanted to play right at the end of March there would be enough daylight to get both rounds in comfortably.
And if I did go for the latter, would anyone like to join me? Don't fancy playing it on my own or be stuck with a couple of right posh gits!
£155.00 seems a bit of a bargain to play two highly respected courses.
Rob
 
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Smiffy
I reckon you should wait until you can play both next March especially as the courses are always in good nick in early Spring as they have the Sunningdale foursomes around that time.
IMO the New is a better test than the old and has the best holes (both visually and design-wise) than the Old. The Old is a magnificent course and probably more of an experience
Together they make for the best day out on in UK golf (again IMO)
 
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Smiffy
I reckon you should wait until you can play both next March especially as the courses are always in good nick in early Spring as they have the Sunningdale foursomes around that time.
IMO the New is a better test than the old and has the best holes (both visually and design-wise) than the Old. The Old is a magnificent course and probably more of an experience
Together they make for the best day out on in UK golf (again IMO)

Thanks for the info Mike. Much appreciated.
xx
 
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Rob
I would be up for that at the end of March - it is one of the only top heathland courses in this area that I have not played. They might even do a better deal as a society - I know in summer it is around £210 a day with all food compared to £270 for just the golf as a visitor.
Cheers
Paul
 
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Smiffy
I reckon you should wait until you can play both next March especially as the courses are always in good nick in early Spring as they have the Sunningdale foursomes around that time.
IMO the New is a better test than the old and has the best holes (both visually and design-wise) than the Old. The Old is a magnificent course and probably more of an experience
Together they make for the best day out on in UK golf (again IMO)

Another vote for waiting and playing both. Two of the very best courses that I've ever played.

The food in the clubhouse is superb. The best roast beef I've ever had.

The only bad thing about my visit was having to play with a guy who managed a colossal two stableford points in 18 holes.

And they'd let him play off 36.
 
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Looking at the calendar for next year already (!!!!) the date I would aim for would be Friday 30th March.
I know that you have to book way, way in advance for Sunningdale so that's why I am asking now.
;)
 
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The only bad thing about my visit was having to play with a guy who managed a colossal two stableford points in 18 holes.

And they'd let him play off 36.

I notice on their website that they have a policy of "maximum handicap 18" on the Old course.
Even with a lot of duff qualifiers between now and then I should still be ok.
:D :D :D
 
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Rick/Paul,

Have just noticed on the website that they only allow visitors Mon-Thursday so have sent them an email enquiry based on Thursday 29th March next year.
Will let you know when (and if) I receive a reply from them.
 
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Rob, The pro at Camberley came from Sunningdale; his view is that if you are going to Sunningdale for the first time and can only play one of the courses, you should play the Old.

Having played the Old a couple of times and walked round the New a few times, I have to say, I love both and would want to play both (will try to use my voucher to play the New this year :) ).

To whet your appetite, here is the view of the 10th on the Old from the tee

SunningdaleOldhole10.jpg
 
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I am playing there on September 30th in the Volvo Golf event. 36 holes, 18 on each, lunch and prizes (although I won't win any of those) and should be in nice condition. £267 all in.
 
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I could be a possibilty for this Smiffy as I can get Fire Service discount for half price (summer is £135 so dont know if winter would be cheaper) to play both courses. I'll check my next years shifts and also run it past the wife as it would mean a couple of nights stay as well.
 
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Both courses are superb Rob, but two rounds is the way to go. I assume they have relaxed their rules on 'no knobs' ? :D
 
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