Hedge removal

The final stage of the 20th tee relocation is underway now. This week we have removed the final section of the thorn hedge along side the 20th tee. This is to allow machinery and golfers to access the new 20th tee once it comes into play. To compensate for the removal we are replanting a new woodland area over the next 2 years.

 Initial we are putting on some more pines and some evergreen shrubs to screen the range from the rest of the course. Then further trees are to be planted along with a new hedge row from the 19th green to the 23rd hole.

Some of our members might think this wasn't necessary however to complete the project the change was needed for maintenance of the ditch and turf, access for golfers and machinery, improving the drainage and airflow and safety of golfers. If anyone has any further questions the initial plans that were passed in 2012 and 2014 are availible to view or see me in person. 

The weather has been kind to us and enabled us to get out to cut and tidy a lot of areas. 

The new bunkers on 10 and 12 have been filled with sand but are gur until further notice. Looking well though.