21/06/2026
What a fantastic Captains’ Day at Rudding Park Golf Club, with more than 100 members coming together to support 'Saint Michael's Hospice.
Captains John Burks and Katherine Fenton got the day underway with their traditional Drive-In, setting the tone for a memorable day. Congratulations to Dave Fletcher, who correctly guessed the combined distance of the two drives.
Players then headed out for a shotgun start, ready to take on the Texas Scramble format with a few twists along the way. Alongside the golf, members enjoyed a variety of fundraising activities including the Chipping Challenge, Stu Rice's attempt to drive the 13th green, and an extensive raffle.
Following play, everyone returned to the clubhouse where Travis and the team served a superb BBQ before the raffle draw took place. Congratulations to all our prize winners and thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and supported the fundraising efforts throughout the day.
The scoring was exceptional, with an average nett score of 59.8 and a best gross score of 57. Competition Results:
1st - Andy Whiteley, Cliff Herrington, Esther Noland, Ruth Whiteley
2nd - Jack Carolan, Pete Hardisty, Cal Handley, Dan Bulcock
3rd - Ian Philpott, Graham Boffey, Richard Cook, Ken Simpson
4th - Phil Kitching, Matt Wharldall, Tom Wharldall, Liam Wharldall
A huge thank you goes to our Captains, the Golf team, our sponsors, volunteers and everyone who contributed to making the day such a success. Most importantly, thank you to all our members for helping raise an incredible £4,000 for Saint Michael’s Hospice. Your generosity will help support the vital work the hospice carries out for local families across our community.
A wonderful day, a worthy cause, and another great example of the spirit of Rudding Park Golf Club.