Latest News – 31st July 2023

Development Group Update

In the first half of this year the Club’s partner, Hallam Land Management, together with its team of technical specialists has continued to engage with key statutory consultees and Arun District Council’s planning case officer to address their comments regarding our two planning applications. Further technical information has been provided and this is reflected in the latest comments from consultees that have been uploaded on the Council’s website. This process has now been largely completed.

As yet we have not been given a date when the planning applications will be put to Arun District Council’s Planning Committee, however, the time for the determination of our two planning applications has been extended until at least September 2023.

Whilst progress has been frustratingly slow, it is hoped determination on our planning applications will be made before the end of 2023.

Development Group
July 2023

Seniors Captain’s Day

Due to the weather forecasted, it has been decided that the Seniors Captain’s Day has been postponed on Wednesday 2nd August. We have set a new date for this event, which will now be held on Wednesday 30th August 2023. The format will remain the day will remain the same, with Seniors signing up for the event as normal in the changing room. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the postponement of this event.

Bognor Challenge Weekend

Firstly, a massive thank you to all members who participated in the Bognor Challenge Cup, Davis Bowl & Millbourn Cup last weekend. We hope you all had an enjoyable weekend.

On Saturday, the Bognor Challenge Cup was contested by 77 players in total. The 36 hole handicap medal always proves a difficult test, and this was the case again on Saturday. The first group of the day went out at 7am & play concluded at 7:30pm.

Congratulations goes to Patrick Colvin on winning this year’s Bognor Challenge Cup. Patrick had two fantastic rounds of Nett 65 & Nett 68 to win by 1 shot. Clive Harding also produced two rounds better than handicap on the day with a total Nett score of 134. Joe Froud finished in 3rd place with a total Nett score of 136.

On Sunday morning, players contested the Davis Bowl, a foursomes competition. This tough format was made even harder with the ever increasing wind conditions on the course. On top of that, rain was falling. It was the Johnson duo, Craig & Chris, who managed to battle their way to 39 points, winning the event by 1 point. James Wilson & Wayne Carey finished in 2nd place, scoring 38 points. Visitors Neil Ashton & Guy Stevens finished in 3rd place on countback with 37 points.

The challenge weekend wraps up with the Millbourn Cup, a better-ball bogey competition. Andy Cox & Ruben French, put on a great display shooting +8, winning the competition. Congratulations Andy & Ruben. Hot on their heels were Jason Rae & Steve Booker, just finishing 1 behind with +7. Visitors Andrew Gilbert & Jason Turner finished 3rd on countback with +6.

Ladies Coronation Foursomes

We would like to wish Sara Stoneham & Andrea Cooper the best of luck today. They are representing Bognor at the Southern Region Area Finals at Frilford Heath GC in the Ladies Coronation Foursomes.

200 Club

Before revealing this month’s lucky winners, a couple of points re 5th August event.

At the time of writing there are 2 tee times still available – please let Derek know if you would like to arrange a team (members list is on Spike Bar board).

Also – please remember to arrange specific seating with the Bar prior to Saturday if you wish to be seated with particular players/guests.

The hog roast will be available from 6.30pm with the live music commencing approx 7pm.

Golf results and the Grand Draw will take place during the evening – approx 8.30pm ish.

Drawn by member Paul Hill, the July results are as follows:-

£100. No. 154. Les Finn
£75. No. 108. Mr. Paul A. Smith
£50. No. 107 Sarah Lee
Golf voucher. No. 172. Vanessa Cole

Congratulations to all winners, look forward to seeing you Saturday (score cards will be ready for you in the pro shop).

Best Wishes Derek and Debbie

Kind regards,
David Williamson
Assistant General Manager