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VENERABLES THORPENESS TOUR 2022
After a break of around two years, due to the Covid Pandemic, our band of 15 Venerables set out on their annual pilgrimage to Thorpeness GC in Suffolk.
As tradition dictates a pre golf visit was made to The White Hart P. H. in Aldeburgh en route to our final destination. Straight out of the pub and into the "chippy" for lunch, which again historically, is eaten on the seafront and washed down with a glass or two of fine wine kindly provided by Dave Watts. Then onto the golf course --- a few miles down the road.
Aldeburgh - Fish, Chips & Wine to start the day
Day One
The weather started fine and after a brief introduction to the course by Steve K we got under way. A most enjoyable round of golf, well for most people anyway, followed. On completion of the first day`s play it was noted that one or two of our number had excelled , notably Mr. " consistency" David Baker, but most chose to stay under the radar and save their best golf for the coming days.
Day Two
Damp playing conditions and a light breeze made for more difficult golf and generally lower scores for most.
Today another trophy was up for grabs and everyone was eager to get started.
The closely contested Bill Cook Trophy was won By Steve K with Mr. Tony Eggs and Mr, K Rowbotham closely behind
Below - Steve King being presented with the Bill Cook Trophy
Sorting the day 2 winners & day 3 pairings
Pre-dinner drinks this evening at room 27. hosted by Steve and Ken. Maybe a little too much alcohol for some ? --- tomorrow morning would tell.
Wine & food, what could possibly go wrong !
Ken presenting day 3 winner to Steve Board
Day Three
The final day, and everything to play for, including two additional opportunities to win some wine with a nearest the pin and a nearest the pin in two challenge.
One or two absentees for the final push.
Mr. Baker once again playing some great golf, holding his nerve, and doing enough to win the main event, with a nett. 73 ( for the best two scores from three rounds) --- 7 shots clear of the field.
Many thanks are due to Tony Eggs for organising the trip, Steve King for officiating and organising the competitions, Dave Watts for his guidance, assistance and essential input into all matters, Ken Rowbotham for his leadership and support , Steve Board for his photographic skills , and to all those who attended the tour and made it a memorable experience.
Prizes & Winners
Day One 1st. round of Ken Brothwell Trophy
1st. David Baker 40 pts.
2nd. David Watts 33 pts.
3rd. Russ Morgan 32 pts. OCB
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Day Two Playing for The Bill Cook Trophy
1st. Steve King 36 pts.
2nd. Tony Eggs 35 pts.
3rd. K Rowbotham 34 pts.
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Day Three
1st. Steve Board 34 pts.
2nd. Russ Morgan 34 pts
3rd. David Baker 33 pts
Nearest the pin on the 7th. Russ Morgan
Nearest the pin in two was not won, next year we`ll try a nearest the green !
The best two scores from three rounds and playing for the Ken Brothwell Trophy
First - David Baker - nett. 73
Second - Russ Morgan - nett. 66 OCB
Third - Martin Arthur - nett. 66 OCB
Ken Rowbotham presenting winner of the Ken Brothwell Trophy to David Baker
The Thorpeness 2022 Tour Party
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