SENIORS HOME MATCH AGAINST RUTLAND WATER - 25th April 2025 RESULT W 6 - 2

Another Match. Another very good performance by The Seniors Team. Rutland Water selected a strong team with handicaps under 16 for 9 of their players. Nevertheless some excellent play with special mention for Richard Cook and Kevin De Trafford who came up against Graham Ball, off 11.8, and Doug Hesketh, off 9.1 and gained a half in the last match. Special mention too for Clive Pearce in Match 1 whose driving, particularly on the Front 9 was exemplary and led to BP being 5 Up after 7. Myself and Clive in fact had a Better Ball of 82. Very good wins by Keith Duff playing with George Clayton-Jones, Peter Hickman & David Jackson, David Shales & Mark Crampton and Richard Martin & Mike Barton led to a 6 points to 2 victory. 

Nearest the pin for Rutland Water, on the 16th, was Dave Mee, and for BP Mark Crampton reached the Upper Level to edge out the author. (It must have been a great shot!)

The Course continues to improve and Rutland Water GC were fulsome with their praise. As ever an extremely cordial match, Captain Chris Malyon and Frank Gerbin were excellent company as were the rest of Rutland Water GC. Lunch, Lincolnshire sausages, was top notch.

We have started with 3 wins but more importantly we’ve made new friends and BP’s reputation has been enhanced.

Paul

SENIORS HOME MATCH AGAINST RAMSEY - 16th April 2025 RESULT W 41/2 - 31/2

On a windswept Golf Course Burghley prevailed by 4 1/2 to 3 1/2. It was certainly a day for careful club selection, with many Par 4s being unreachable, in 2, for mere mortals. In the leading match myself and Steve Wilcox, on debut, had a lovely match with Kelly Richardson & Gavin Stokes. Lots to talk about and lots of good shots from everyone to admire. Wins by Mike Barton & Clive Pearce, 4/3, and Michael Marriott & Kevin De Trafford, 7 & 5, meant that after 4 matches we were 3 -1 up. But Ramsey came back strongly and a crucial half by The Two Michaels, Earl & Wright and a 2&1 win from David Court with Saj Chowdry, also on debut, saw BPGC home. HOWEVER the BIG TALKING POINT came in Game 5 where Bill Glencross scored his first ever HOLE IN ONE. Bill was the first to admit that it was a lovely shot, sadly he didn't witness the ball disappearing down the hole, with the left bunker obstructing his view. Very well done Bill. Always a great talking point. Nearest the Pin for Ramsey was Ron (Dave) Gilbert and David Court, two weeks in a row for David, for BP, both on the 16th.

Kelly Richardson, Ramsey Captain, wrote to me later and said how much Ramsey had enjoyed their day; the course, the food and being made welcome. Friendship in golf ... excellent.

Paul

SENIORS HOME MATCH AGAINT TOFT - 9th April 2025. RESULT W 4 - 2

Another glorious day at Burghley Park. The course was in very good condition and seems to get better each day.

For our first match of the season we hosted Toft GC. I think it safe to say that Toft thoroughly enjoyed their day, judging by the many positive comments regarding the friendly reception, the quality of the course and the excellence of lunch. Thank you to all Non Players who contributed in any way.

BPGC won the Match 4 points to 2, but it is important to note that 5 of the 6 matches went down to the 17th Green, and 2 of those to the 18th. 

In the Leading match Toft Captain Ray Bills started off quite brilliantly and BP were quickly 2 Down, but by the 9th BP had recovered to be 1 Up. On the Back 9 it was nip and tuck with no holes halved until the 18th, Graham Hughes, an ex BPGC member, was very consistent. David Court played very well and his good play was rewarded by being Nearest to The Pin on a tricky 16th pin placement. 

In the 2nd match Michael Earl and Clive Pearce were up against an inspired Toft Pairing and despite scoring well could not live with Messrs Barnes & Clarke. Jim Clarke was rewarded for his generally excellent golf by being Nearest The Pin for Toft.

David Jackson & Keith Duff were pleased with a Half in the 3rd Match , but in Matches 4, 5 & 6 BPGC came to the fore. A close win by Tim Chapman & Richard Martin, followed by two 3/1s from Bill Glencross & Michael Marriott and Alan Kinch & Kevin de Trafford tipping the balance in our favour.

A super day out. A big Thank you to The Players, fine ambassadors of their Club.

Paul 

SENIORS COFFEE MORNING - MIXED 3 BALL AM - AM 3rd March 2025.

 6 Teams entered the competition in the best weather of the year so far.

The winners with 38 Pts on C/Back
Steve Cheeseman, Chris Clarke & Mark Crampton

In 2nd place with 38 Pts

Joan Hickman, Roger & Janet Metcalfe

Nearest the Pin on the 3rd

Michael McCarthy

SENIORS COFFEE MORNING - MIXED WALTZ 17th February 2025

On a cold, dare I say “dreich” morning ( which was first recorded in 1420 to mean “enduring” or “slow, tedious) 30 adventurous Senior Golfers ventured forth to compete in a Waltz. 

Excellently organised by the most dependable Stephanie, who provided some very good prizes, and supported silently by The Greenkeeping staff who have worked tirelessly of late to provide us with a most playeable course during an indifferent period of weather.

Third place, on count back, went to Janet Roberts, Stephern Cheeseman and Mark Crampton with 33 points.

Second prize, also on count back, went to Janet & Keith Duff with George C-J; who scored 33 points including 13 on the last 2 Holes,

First place went to Pippa Le Sage, Michael McCarthy and, on her debut, Louise McFerran with a most commendable 37 points including a 9 pointer 3rd Hole.

Nearest The Pin, on the 3rd, went to Barbara Newell, much to the chagrin of brother David.

Sadly my own play was poor, apologies to Chris Clarke and Clare Farrell, who were a delight to partner. You might even say I played like a “tumshie”.

Once again a most convivial occasion and it is hoped members will signup for the next Coffee Morning on Monday March 3rd. Please add your name to the Start Up Sheet in The Clubhouse and encourage your friends to join us.

Keep sinking those putts.

Paul.

3rd place

 

2nd Place on count back

1st place

Nearest the Pin

SENIORS COFFEE MORNING - 3 CLUBS & PUTTER 13th Jan 2025

  

 

 

Ladies Winner   Pauline Crampin 17 Pts

2nd  Marilyn Marriott   15 Pts on C/Back

3rd   Clare Farrell.         15 Pts on C/Back

Gents Winner   Peter Taylor.  21 Pts

2nd   Steve Cheeseman  17 Pts on C/Back

3rd    Mark Crampton   17 Pts

A very promising turnout of 31 players for the first Seniors Golf & Coffee Morning of 2025.

Conditions were not at all easy, with it being a tad chilly and with firm bounces on the still frozen course making it tricky to control shots, particularly, around the Winter Greens. 

Scores were as expected above par, that is for all bar one player newcomer Peter Taylor who scored a remarkable 21 points to win the Men’s Competition from Stephen Cheeseman and Mark Crampton who both scored 17 points. Steve finishing 2nd on countback. Notable mention for David Shales who parred the 8th and birdied the 9th to score 7 points!

The Ladies’ Competition was won by the ever competitive Pauline Crampin with 17 points with Marilyn Marriott being placed 2nd with 15 points on countback from Clare Farrell.

A most convivial occasion excellently organised by Stephanie Crook. We look forward to our next Coffee Morning on Monday February 17th. Please add your name to the Start Up Sheet in The Clubhouse and encourage your friends to join us.

Keep Golfing!!!

Paul

SENIOR 2024 TROPHY WINNERS

Trophies presented by 2024 Senior Captain Pip Kirby

 

   From Left to Right

 

   Pauline Crampin                           Summer Trophy

   Clive Pearce                                 Alec London Trophy           

   Margaret Middleton                     Easter Trophy    

   Louise McFerran                          Spring Tournament - Bolton Rose Bowl

   Vivienne Swift                              Eric John McKaig Trophy

 

   Other Winners not at Presentation

 

   Neil Chedd                                    Sandy Gray-Smith 

   Adrian Boyden                              Spring Tournament - Veteran’s Cup              

   Andrew Lenton                             Wass Memorial Trophy

   Gail Hunt                                      Autumn Tournament Trophy

   Michael Marriott                           Seniors Past Captain – Shield

   Steve Wilcox                                 Senior Knock Out’s    Gents - Cup