To celebrate the Year of the Horse fifteen members gathered at Sunningdale Heath Golf Club on a reasonably cold but dry morning – sadly not to last……

The staff at the Club were very welcoming and after excellent bacon rolls and coffee we took to the golf course for 14 holes – playing in threes with the best two Stableford scores to count. Although somewhat wet underfoot in places the golf course was presented well considering the very wet weather it had experienced in the preceding weeks – sadly it started to rain heavily mid round which was particularly unpleasant especially as the showers were out-of-action in the clubhouse.

Despite the downpour the winners on the day were David Hill (for the second-year running), Jolyon Culbertson and Nigel Lovett-Turner, who were each duly awarded three CGS golf balls for their efforts.

We then travelled a short distance to the Jade Restaurant in Sunninghill for a traditional Chinese feast with many members sporting Chinese attire – the food and service were outstanding.

After the meal a raffle was held for the valuable bottle of 25yo Tobermory single malt suitably labelled for the Year of the Horse and the CGS logo kindly donated by Ken Forrest, this was won by Simon Sheppard, proceeds going to the Captain’s Charity. Members also purchased bottles of 12yo whisky similarly labelled.

All in all a very enjoyable and successful day carrying on the tradition started by John Warbey nine years ago, albeit at new venues for golf and lunch – we look forward to next year’s event……..

The day began overcast but by late morning had given way to bright sunshine and remained dry all day. 13-a-side turned out for the match, ie one singles and 6 x 4BBB. Interestingly none of the President, Captain, Vice-Captain or Match Manager could muster a point but the rest of the team came together, and the Society managed a win 4½ to 2½, a very creditable performance, given previous results. Members travelled from as far afield as Thailand, Scotland, and Jersey as well as locally and the London area.
The course, as always, was in superb condition and after golf we enjoyed a splendid roast beef lunch. Thanks as always to the staff who looked after us so well. Prior to lunch we remembered our recently deceased and much admired member Iain Menzies with a period of silence.
After consultation with the Club The match will move to late May in 2027, 24th May being the match date.

14 CGS golfers gathered at the Monifieth Links on 16 April for the Scottish Spring Meeting. They were met by very typical Links conditions : for the most part bright and sunny, with a stiff breeze helping players down the front nine and then providing a real challenge on the way home. Greens were soft and slow on the early holes after overnight rain, but dried out over the course of the round.

Scores were modest as a result of the tricky conditions, with a winning score of 34 points posted by Chris Underwood to retain the Old Tom Morris Trophy which he won last year at Irvine GC. Also on 34 points but losing out on the countback were Colin Peebles (2nd) and Ken Forrest (3rd). Colin was also nearest the pin on the 14th, and collected a special bottle of Year of the Fire Horse malt whisky.

Thanks to the staff at Monifieth GC for their cheerful hospitality.

A somewhat cool and bright sunny morning with the China Golfing Society flag fluttering in the breeze was the greeting we received when arriving at West Surrey for our annual match against the club.

An excellent brunch was supplied and the teams were announced, eight 4BBB matches – the winners receiving, not only the honour of a victory but, the coveted Chengdu trophy, a legendary piece of art………

As usual the course was in great condition with fast running fairways and swift and subtle greens, all complimented by lovely views over the Surrey countryside. The competition was strong and we, as last year, we were beaten by 5 to 3 by our hosts. The CGS provided logoed golf balls for nearest the pin on three holes and longest drive.

After golf we assembled on the terrace overlooking the 18th green for the prizegiving and sandwiches, washed down with a couple of beers – perfect.

Our thanks go to the members of West Surrey, led by 2026 Captain Phil Murray, for their welcoming hospitality and general bonhomie making this a memorable day in our calendar. We look forward to next year and, who knows, our first victory at West Surrey.