The annual December southerns links get together?

[Swingalot]

I would be up for this, no real preference on course. Littlestone was good last year, but rsg would be nice to play again. Cinque ports is also decent, but very tough IMO, but happy to give it a go again. Midweek would be my preference.
I worked in rye and had some dealings with the golf club, would be one to avoid IMO. A golf club stuck in the past and with no interest in moving into the real world. Have a look at thier visitors page on the website.......not exactly welcoming!

 

[chrisd]

So, let's get some names down

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Chrisd

Oddsocks

Swingalot

Liverpoolphil

Drive4show

The Rod

BlueinMunich

Anotherdouble

 

[Deleted Member 1156]

If RSG is the preferred option then a Tuesday is best as it's the only day you can play 3 and 4 balls, rest of the week is foursomes. I'd be happy with RSG, Deal or Littlestone, wasn't impressed with Princes.

 

[wookie]

So, let's get some names down

Please add to or amend

Chrisd

Oddsocks

Swingalot

Liverpoolphil

Drive4show

The Rod

BlueinMunich

Anotherdouble

wookie - date dependent am up for this - preferably rsg as is definitely on my list to play

 

[PNWokingham]

Please add me as a definite maybe. I would prefer Littlestone or Princes as I haven't played them but happy for any as long as I can get the time off

 

[SaintHacker]

I'd be up for a game, no preference as I've never played either. Also, I realise my handicap is a wee bit higher than everyone else so if you think its not worth me playing as the pro shop won't be able to stock sufficient balls then I won't take offence!

 

[patricks148]

For the last two years we have arranged a mini meet at a links course in the south, is it happening this year....

Kind of a tradition that finishes the year off for me and gets me into the Christmas mood.

Mashley , Chrisd, blueinmunic, justone?

Bazz why don't you play on one of your inland links

 

[chrisd]

I'd be up for a game, no preference as I've never played either. Also, I realise my handicap is a wee bit higher than everyone else so if you think its not worth me playing as the pro shop won't be able to stock sufficient balls then I won't take offence!

As far as I'm concerned it isn't about handicap and you'd be very welcome

 

[richart]

I could be up for this. Not played any of the courses mentioned so will go with the flow.

 

[SaintHacker]

As far as I'm concerned it isn't about handicap and you'd be very welcome

Thanks Chris:thup:

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Chrisd

Oddsocks

Swingalot

Liverpoolphil

Drive4show

The Rod

BlueinMunich

Anotherdouble

wookie - date dependent am up for this - preferably rsg as is definitely on my list to play

Sainthacker

 

[Oddsocks]

This is what I'm on about.... Game on.!

Patrick... I'm not biting,

 

[Blue in Munich]

Can't do the 12th, probably not the 5th, other than that I'm game. Haven't played RSG or RCP in years, equally happy to go back to Littlerstone, Princes does offer a deal that could see us get 27 in if we are all travelling.

I hear what Swingalot says about Rye and probably not the best for this meet (we'd be a bit too lively in the clubhouse) but if you ever get the chance take it, cracking links course.

 

[golfdub]

Princess is £150 per fourball with range balls and a bacon sarnie.

Seems a bargain

 

[chrisd]

Princess is £150 per fourball with range balls and a bacon sarnie.

Seems a bargain

We did Princes a couple of years ago and it wasn't everyone's favourite. I'm waiting for RCP to reply to my email

 

[Oddsocks]

Good work captain!

 

[mashleyR7]

So, let's get some names down

Please add to or amend

Chrisd

Oddsocks

Swingalot

Liverpoolphil

Drive4show

The Rod

BlueinMunich

Anotherdouble

I'm offended you didn't automatically put me down. Cheers old man!!!!!

This would be our third year so that is tradition enough for me.

As everyone has said already, Littlestone is nice but not as good at the others, Rye impossible to get on, RSG expensive, RCP apparently tough, Princes played it so many times Its now boring (im playing it this month)

My preference would be RSG or RSP, then Littlestone. However if the majority want good value and we can get a larger crowd for Princes then we should consider that too.

Glad someone else is arranging it though. Now your retried Chris you've got plenty of time to sort it out, about time you pulled your weight around here.

 

[duncan mackie]

We did Princes a couple of years ago and it wasn't everyone's favourite. I'm waiting for RCP to reply to my email

tried to catch Martin Bond yesterday but missed.

course is in fantastic condition; their over seeding program is really paying dividends on and around the greens

the weather has led to both their normal rough and additional lush areas = lost balls

sadly 35kts (gusting 50!!!) made it all but unplayable for mere mortals like me, but the lunch made up for that

 

[masterosouffle]

I'd be up for this!
I'm pretty local to RSG & RCP but depending in date would be happy to travel!

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Chrisd

Oddsocks

Swingalot

Liverpoolphil

Drive4show

The Rod

BlueinMunich

Anotherdouble

wookie - date dependent am up for this - preferably rsg as is definitely on my list to play

SaintHacker

Masterosouffle

 

[chrisd]

Ok all, spoke to Royal Cinque Ports and a meet in December would be £65 and would cover the green fee, bacon bap and coffee on arrival, a two course lunch/hot dinner after. A 50% booking fee is required.

They only allow 3 or 4 balls on Mondays and Thursdays and I would suggest Monday 8th December but if the majority want something different now is the time to say (we cannot book there for the 11th December) all other dates seem ok but would be subject to availability when booking

RCP is a very tough, true links course, for anyone who hasn't played it but is a glorious course and full of history.

Please post your views on this offer with any changes in days/dates and I'll try and come up with the best compromise but understand that the majority will be catered for, so sorry if that doesn't suit.

 

[mashleyR7]

I'm in! Ok for that date and £65 looks like a bargain. Great use of your retirement