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Job Overview

The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of golf course maintenance and the presentation of a championship links golf course, ranked in the Top 100 courses in the UK & Ireland. The role of a greenkeeper requires a proactive individual who is hardworking, with a flexible approach to working hours (weekend working essential), an eye for detail and a passion for what they do.

Job Functions

• Day to day cutting of playing surfaces, changing holes, setting up the golf course for play, preparing bunkers, spraying.
• Construction, aeration and turfing works.
• Attention to detail, ensuring that the course is presented in the best possible condition to exceed the expectations of members, guests and visitors at all times.
• Understand the Club’s policies in relation to health & safety and ensure that all duties performed are carried out in a safe manner.

Knowledge and Experience required

• Experience of links turf management and relevant spraying qualifications an advantage.
• Knowledge of turf diseases and the methods and chemicals used to control them.
• Ability to operate a wide range of golf course machinery.
• Knowledge of the uses and operating methods of the equipment and tools used in golf course maintenance.
• An understanding of golf, the rules of the game and golfer requirements.

If you wish to apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to manager@aberdoveygolf.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: Friday 24^th January 2025

Last month we were delighted to welcome Peter Finch back to visit our course as part of his series of Top 100 courses that can be played for under £100. It was a fabulous day – the weather was fantastic and the golf was equally as good.

Peter’s video, showcasing our course at its finest, went live on his YouTube channel at 6pm last night and has already amassed 42,000 views!

You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/R34CvAlhQKg

Many thanks to Rob and Tomos for hosting Peter and his crew.

We were delighted to have recently been shortlisted as one of five finalists for the Wales: Golf Course of the Year Award.

The Golf Course Awards 2024 not only celebrated the achievements of the past year but also emphasized the importance of innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability in golf’s future. The event highlighted how the sport continues to evolve while cherishing its traditions.

The awards event itself took place at the iconic Shard building in London and was hosted by Sky Sports presenter, Nick Dougherty.

“Today is all about recognising, not just golf courses, but golf clubs and golf facilities that are driving progress. There are so many ways to enjoy this game, but it’s important to understand we have a responsibility to advance the sport, to make positive change.“ said Nick.

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The Golf Course Awards showcased the outstanding work of Great Britain & Ireland’s most deserving golf courses. The finalist’s event brought together golf courses, judges, partners, and key industry voices, all helping to make that vision a reality.

Whilst Aberdovey unfortunately did not win the award for Wales – it was awarded to Pyle & Kenfig – we were absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted and recognised as one of the top 5 clubs in Wales for the progress we are making across all areas.

We hope to go all the way next year!

The 36-hole scratch Seniors’ Slate Open was played on Thursday 17th and Friday 18th October.

The results were as follows:

Overall Winner – 66 pts
Martin France (Lymm)

Overall Runner Up – 65 pts
Allan Harrison (Southport & Ainsdale)

Overall Third – 64 pts
Rob Godley (Hillside)

Category A Winner – 62 pts
David Tanner (Pleasington)

Category A Runner Up – 59 pts
Barry Ruddick (Shrewsbury)

Category B Winner – 60 pts
Martyn Grimley (Ringway)

Category B Runner Up – 59 pts
Lindsay Parry (Aberdovey)

Category C Winner – 63 pts
Stephen Hughes (Stockport)

Category C Runner Up – 63 pts
Nigel Chesters (Hawkstone Park)

Overall Nett Winner – 70 pts
Gary Broadbent (Aberdovey)

Full results here: Slate Overall Results

Category A results: Cat A

Category B results: Cat B

Category C results: Cat C

1st – 83 points
J. Rogers / R. Andrew / D. Malcolm / A. Roberts

2nd – 82 points (on back 9)
I. Woods / N. Storor / S. Brown / P. Jerram

3rd – 82 points
M. Spencer / M. SPENCER / B. Marriott / P. Marriott

4th – 79 points
M. Robinson / C. Mansell / T. Hodgson / M. James

5th – 78 points
J. Flood / M. Pilkington / J. Graham / S. Attwood

Full results: Teams of 4 Results

WINNERS – 43 points
Rachel Moseley (Little Aston)
Stevie Sheldon (Vale of Llangollen)

RUNNERS UP – 41 points (on back 9)
Ceri Rigby (Burton on Trent)
Liz Hayes (Beaconsfield)

THIRD PLACE – 41 points
Linda Phillips (Radyr)
Louise Barrett (Radyr)

NEAREST THE PIN – 5th hole
Janet Price (Aberdovey)

NEAREST THE PIN – 9th hole
Beth Cambidge (Shifnal)

TWO’S SWEEP
Joy Riley & Jane Aston
Beth Cambidge & Sara Shepherd x 2
Janet Price & Anna Hubbard
Rachel Moseley & Stevie Sheldon

Full results: Ladies’ Greensomes Open

OVERALL WINNER – Neil Exton (Shrewsbury) – 38 points

Age Category A
1st – Steven May (Aberdovey) – 36 points
2nd – Neil Lewis (Ludlow) – 36 points
3rd – Robert McGregor (Harpenden) – 34 points

Age Category B
1st – Michael Henrick (Moseley) – 36 points
2nd – Michael Norris (Harpenden) – 35 points
3rd – Neil Greening (The Herefordshire) – 35 points

Age Category C
1st – Laurence Hawker (Kings Norton) – 36 points
2nd – Martyn Dodwell (Aberdovey) – 36 points
3rd – George McGrade (Clober) – 35 points

Full results: click here

This week our Junior Captain Isobel Kelly jetted to New York to take part in the Curry Cup, a golf competition sponsored by NBA Star and Olympic Gold Medalist Wardell Curry.

Isobel shot a fantastic score of 71, 73, 76 = 220 (+1) to secure the title by a shot over Catherine Andino.

Everyone at the club is extremely proud of Isobel and her achievements to date, and we are all eagerly following her impressive golfing journey.

Ladies’ Captain, Janet Price said ‘On behalf of the golf club and the ladies’ section we would like to congratulate Isobel on her victory in the United States. She is a fantastic supporter of our ladies’ section club team events and is an excellent ambassador for women’s golf. We look forward to seeing her back at Aberdovey very soon’.

Yesterday was a big day at Aberdovey Golf Club!

We officially opened the Darwin Championship Tees with the help of Peter Baker, Tomos Jones, Jack Shelley and Isobel Kelly in a challenge match in which members and guests witnessed some fantastic golf being played in true links conditions.

The match was closely fought with Peter and Jack coming out the winners by 3&2.

The standard of golf in such challenging conditions was a joy to watch for all those who turned out and we thank everyone for making the effort to support the event.

The biggest thanks go to the players for showcasing the new tees and our course so well!

Below is a link to the photos taken by Gareth Whalley:
See photos on Google drive.

Pictured L to R: Jack Shelley, Tomos Jones, Peter Baker, Isobel Kelly