February 2026
COURSE MAINTENANCE
- We continue to remove fallen branches and leaves from the course.
- The refurbishment of the 16th tee has been completed. It now needs time to settle and establish,before
heavy footfall on it. - We are continuing with the refurbishment of the 17th tee.
- All areas are being cut as required, and as always, will be dependent on the weather.
GREENS MAINTENANCE
- We were unable to complete the verti draining on the greens due to the bad weather. This task will be completed when the weather allows.
- The greens have coped well despite the persistent rain over recent months, and has allowed longer play on the main greens than in previous years. This is in response to our attempt to reduce the thatch layer over the last 3 years.
FUSARIUM UPDATE
- There have been small outbreaks of the disease on some greens. For this reason we will be continuing with regular fungicide spraying to minimise its effect.
- My hope is that without any major outbreaks in the next month, the growing season will be starting and this allows for quicker recovery if an outbreak does occur.
THANK YOU
- My thanks to Ian and Dennis for their relentless work on the 17th tee (despite atrocious weather)!
- I must also thank Nate and our new team member Scott, who have worked hard to help complete the work on the refurbishment of the tees.
- The volunteers continue to provide essential support in maintaining the course. Thanks to you all.
- I must say thank you to Eddie Gaffney who is not a member. He has kindly offered to service the greens machinery, which allows me to do other work on the course.
Nigel