I remember attending a TSG Matchplay final at The Addington quite few years ago, when I was referring with Ian Mullins, not sure who the finalists were (Judy L. vs Andy A. maybe), but I never wrote a review as I did not play the course. Well, it is certainly totally different now and a pleasure to venture on lush fairways (due to new irrigation system), pine trees very distinct with all the clearance around them and this is all over the 18 holes, the course might even presents itself as an "inland links" should the vision of the owners comes to fruition. Actually the present course reminded me of some of the beautiful courses in Northern France. Lots of sloping fairways, quite a few ravines, the 1st one you come across has a sand bunker at the bottom ! Bridges to cross. Every hole has interest, challenge, beauty, excitement. I would not like to pick a favourite as I like them all.
The owners have big plans, big money to invest, in 10 years time or less you might even see the Clubhouse moved to the top of the course (by the 16th if I remember correctly), so that the Members & Visitors alike can enjoy the most beautiful views of London, Wembley, Crystal Palace, Docklands in the distance.
I attended a Mizuno Pairs events on 5th September with Noirin F., Steve D., John P., and we were all in awe at the conditions and improvements already made, the Greens were surprisingly fast, will certainly be remembered by the 4 of us, specially the 3rd Green: a devil where the ball did not want to stop, specially if you came out of any of the surrounding bunkers .....I am sure that Rory McIlroy or Tommy Fleetwood or Tyrrell Hutton would have managed though. Lovely medium size & plentiful sand in all the bunkers, the heathers did not seem to bother us as I think a lot of them have been cleared away. A very pleasant round, where a few Birdies & Pars were made but not enough to win the big prizes.
The car park has been totally re-modelled with smart iron gates in and out (one needs a security code).
The Half way hut has not changed, but is very welcome after so much walking , some big up and down, all very good for your fitness,
The Pro shop has smart Men clothing, nothing for Ladies as there are only 4 Ladies members.
There is no Junior section as such, but Juniors can play with their family, so not sure what the future of the club will be when all renovations, etc. are done.
The food I sampled (bacon panini) was superb but I had to wait 15 minutes for it, it was nicely wrapped up in foil and lasted the whole round.
Pleasant staff from reception to Proshop to Bar.
Well worth the £50 Green attendance fee we paid, normally £100 for visitors but deals can be add if you speak with the right person. Ask me & I' ll give you a name.
Highly recommended
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Date Saturday, 10, September 2022