HomerJSimpson
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Buy extra balls, especially for the Nicklaus course. Other than that, enjoy, keep the pace of play moving and have fun. We all have to start somewhere and you know the basics so stick to those, and enjoy the trip
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JayPR
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I am actually a Devonian (no longer live there). The pasty was invented in Devon and I will tell anyone who listens that fact!
cliveb
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Please tell us you'll be playing the Kernow course.
The Nicklaus course is not a good place for your first ever round!
(Come to think of it, neither is the Kernow course)
JayPR
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I am playing both across the weekend.
IanM
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St Mellion Nicklaus is a place that the pros didnt like as they found it tough! 
The Kernow is easier, but not much!
Maybe your mates are winding you up and you're going to Okehampton!
The Kernow is easier, but not much!Maybe your mates are winding you up and you're going to Okehampton!
jim8flog
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Cornwall in March
do not forget the Sou/Westers
do not forget the Sou/Westers
JayPR
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St Mellion Nicklaus is a place that the pros didnt like as they found it tough!
Maybe your mates are winding you up and you're going to Okehampton!
Maybe Trago Mills has a Pitch and Putt!
jim8flog
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I remember watching the Benson and Hedges at St Mellion when I was a 16 handicap. I reckoned I would need to double the amount of balls in the bag if I played there.
Do not worry though if you only hit the ball 100 yards as long as that is a straight 100 yards.
Do not worry though if you only hit the ball 100 yards as long as that is a straight 100 yards.
FuzzyDuck
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Cream first and jam on top always.
Bxm Foxy
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Certainly was, first written mention of pasties was in Devonport. Saying that, the pixies have only been able to read and write for the past 20 or so years
Robin Hood
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It's a game, don't get angry. You will have at least one shot or putt that will make you very happy.
Don't swing too hard, keep it controlled.
Take plenty of balls.
Don't worry about your score.
Enjoy the company.
Don't swing too hard, keep it controlled.
Take plenty of balls.
Don't worry about your score.
Enjoy the company.
Robin Hood
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[QUOTE="HomerJSimpson, post: 1973394, member: 489"]Buy extra balls, especially for the Nicklaus course. Other than that, enjoy, keep the pace of play moving and have fun. We all have to start somewhere and you know the basics so stick to those, and enjoy the trip[/QUOTE]
Golf balls are like eggs. They’re white, sold by the dozen, and a week later you have to buy some more.
Golf balls are like eggs. They’re white, sold by the dozen, and a week later you have to buy some more.
IanM
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I keep wondering if this thread is a wind-up...
If you have only just started, the Nicklaus Course could beat you up so badly, you might throw your clubs in a pond and never play again... or you could get moved on (or asked to stop) by a Ranger for holding up others...
If you have only just started, the Nicklaus Course could beat you up so badly, you might throw your clubs in a pond and never play again... or you could get moved on (or asked to stop) by a Ranger for holding up others...
Slime
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St Mellion Nicklaus is a place that the pros didnt like as they found it tough!
Maybe your mates are winding you up and you're going to Okehampton!
There's nothing wrong with Okehampton, one of the prettiest courses I've played ...................... and quirky, too!
IanM
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I meant the Manor House.... I've yet to play Okehampton... Manor House is quite beginner friendly, even with its challenging terrain!
JayPR
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Nope!
Slime
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If that's you in your avatar, it could be a long weekend for all of you! 
GG26
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Hope you have a great time. Relax, don’t try too hard, keep your expectations low and just enjoy the day out with your mates.
srixon 1
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If those are your first ever rounds of golf then any other course you ever play will be a doddle in comparison.
HomerJSimpson
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I agree. There ought to be little bag tags saying "I survived the Nicklaus course". I played it in the summer with rough up and zero margin for error. Didn't think I was playing overly badly but still lost so many balls and was absolutely drained walking off the 18th
