Seniors Section

Senior Men’s Section – July 2026 Update

Beeston Fields Senior Captain’s Away Day Report

Radcliffe-on-Trent Golf Club

Monday 13th July 2026

A grand day out was had by all at the Senior Captain’s Away Day, held this year at the splendid Radcliffe on Trent Golf Club. Forty intrepid Beeston Fields seniors took on a beautifully presented course, where the greens were excellent, the welcome warm, and the fairways… well, let’s just say they offered the occasional “character‑building” bounce thanks to the dry spell.

Team Competition

The team event proved exceptionally tight, with the top two groups tied on 87 points and separated only by countback. Winners – 87 points (Photo 1)

• Dave Bull

• Andy Lowe

• Julian Ennis

• Phil Mawson

Runners‑up – 87 points (countback)

• Anil Patani

• Geoff Bryan

• John Sallis

• Terry Unwin

Individual Competition

The individual Stableford scores were equally close, with six players clustered between 36 and 37 points. Countback was required to sort the finishing order, and the final standings were: (all individual winners are  shown in the MUG SHOT Photo 2)

1. Geoff Bryan – 37 pts (19 back 9)

2. Dave Bull – 37 pts (18, back 6: 13)

3. Patrick Vaulkhard – 37 pts (18, back 6: 12)

4. Rob McWilliam – 37 pts (16)

5. Andy Lowe – 36 pts (19)

6. Kev Murray – 36 pts (18)

Geoff Bryan, the Club Captain, took top honours—despite producing what was diplomatically described as one of the messiest scorecards ever submitted in a BFGC competition. Naturally, we shall not mention the player who marked it… although rumours suggest a certain Terry Unwin may have been involved.

Nearest the Pin & Special Awards (photo 3)

• Nearest the Pin (11th): John Hopwood

• Nearest the Pin (17th): Andy Beer

• Card Draw: Andy Beer (awarded a mug, but no cash)

• Wooden Spoon: John Simpson (also a mug, but of a different emotional flavour)

The Captain’s Mugs

The Seniors Captain unveiled his newly designed, exclusive luxury drinking vessels—also known as coffee mugs—which were presented to the top six individuals. His pride was only slightly dented when Radcliffe’s catering team observed that the carefully edited Beeston Fields course photo printed on the mugs looked rather like a moth. Artistic interpretation, it seems, is alive and well.

Closing Remarks

In his concluding address, the Seniors Captain thanked all players for their enthusiasm, good humour, and support throughout the day. He expressed his hope that most—if not all—would still be swinging clubs in similar Beeston Fields events next year and beyond.

A cracking day, played in great spirit, with tight competition, laughter, sunshine, and just enough chaos to make it memorable.

SENIORS CAPTAIN’S DAY – COMPETITION REPORT

By Mr Phil Harrison, Seniors Captain, 2026 Beeston Fields Golf Club

Captain’s Day arrived with glorious sunshine and temperatures that would have made a Mediterranean beach bar proud. As the day wore on and the thermometer nudged past 33°C, the Seniors Section began to resemble a slow‑moving convoy of safari explorers: hats pulled tight, suncream applied with decorator‑level enthusiasm, and water bottles clutched like precious artefacts.

Golf trolleys, normally obedient creatures, started showing signs of independent thought. Many were spotted hugging the shade of the trees, clearly deciding that the fairway was far too exposed. Some golfers insisted this was tactical course management. Others admitted it was simply where their drives had finished. A few claimed their balls were beginning to soften in the heat.

But while many Seniors were gently roasting, a handful of pairs produced golf of genuine distinction. At the very top of the leaderboard stood Drew Armstrong and Dave Bull, who rose above the shimmering fairways and delivered a superb 45‑point better‑ball Stableford. This wasn’t just a good score — it was a performance worthy of the Captain’s Tray, one of the Seniors Section’s major honours‑board trophies. Their names will now be engraved for posterity, admired for years to come, and pointed at by future Seniors who will claim, “I could have won that… if it hadn’t been so hot.”

Second place went to Phil Hudson & Ade Firth, whose 43 points and excellent 24‑point back nine showed they were made of stern stuff. Steve D’Arcy & Lance Rosie also carded 43 points, their 23‑point back nine securing third place. In fourth, Tony Gilbert & Mike Gilbert posted a solid 41 points, proving that family harmony can survive even in extreme heat — a remarkable achievement in itself.
A magnificent effort by all prize winners on a day when many competitors were last seen fanning themselves with their scorecards.

A huge thank you to everyone who played, perspired, and persevered. Your support for Seniors competitions and inter‑club matches this year has been outstanding. Long may it continue — ideally at temperatures where golf balls don’t feel warm to the touch.

RESULTS SUMMARY

1st – Drew Armstrong & Dave Bull 45 points (B9 24) – £18 each
Winners of the Captain’s Tray 
The photo shows the  Captains Tray being presented by Captain Phil

2nd – Phil Hudson & Ade Firth 43 points (B9 24) – £16 each

3rd – Steve D’Arcy & Lance Rosie 43 points (B9 23) – £14 each

4th – Tony Gilbert & Mike Gilbert 41 points (B9 21) – £12 each

Card Draw Winners

• Stu Newland (£5)

• Terry Randle (£5)

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Seniors American Greensomes Stableford – Competition Results

Thursday  02/07/2026

Grewcock & Bryan Take the Title

A hearty round of applause to Richard Grewcock & Steve Bryan, who claimed top honours with a well‑crafted 37 points, sealing victory courtesy of a superb back nine of 20. It was the sort of finish that suggests they either found their rhythm… or finally agreed on who was supposed to hit the ball next.

Their strong inward half proved decisive in a tight contest, nudging them ahead of the chasing pack and earning them £18 each — a tidy return for a morning’s work.

Beale & Milburn Close Behind

Just missing out on top spot were Marcus Beale & Peter Milburn, also returning 37 points but edged out on countback with a back nine of 17. A fine performance nonetheless, and one that will no doubt be retold in the clubhouse with the phrase “if only” appearing at least twice.

D’Arcy & Bursztyn in Third

Third place went to Richard Bursztyn & Steve D’Arcy, who posted a solid 36 points. Reliable, competitive, and just one good bounce away from climbing higher — the sort of round that keeps them firmly in the mix every week.

Swan & Hopwood Complete the Prize List

Rounding out the prizes were John Swain & John Hopwood, returning 35 points and winning the countback courtesy of a sharp back six of 12. A neat finish, and enough to secure £12 each and bragging rights for at least the next 48 hours.

Full Results

Prize Winners

1st  R. Grewcock & S. Bryah 37 pts (B9 20) £18 each
2nd  M. Beale & P. Milburn 37 pts (B9 17) £16 each
3rd  R. Bursztyn & S. D’Arcy 36 pts £14 each
4th  J. Swain & J. Hopwood 35 pts (B6 12) £12 each

Competition Summary

42 players took part, 

1 person failed to pay (Bill)

Card Draw Winners

Dave Bull and Graham Pretty — £5 each

John Simpson
Seniors Secretary

Senior mens match details below 

Seniors Inter‑Club Match Reports

Birstall vs Beeston Fields (Away)

Wednesday 15th July 2026

The weather at Birstall was pleasantly more moderate than on some recent outings, and the BFGC Seniors enjoyed a competitive and good‑humoured away match. The fairways were still firm enough to produce the occasional odd bounce—just like at home—and the team refused to be distracted by the robot mowing machines roaming the course like slow‑moving hazards.

By the end of the morning, a hard‑fought 4–4 draw was secured, a result that, combined with the earlier home win, was enough to retain the annual wooden trophy for the aggregate home‑and‑away matches between Beeston Fields and Birstall.

Match 1 – Phil Harrison & Andy Beer L 2&1

Seniors Captain Phil Harrison partnered Andy Beer, who brought genuine local connections to the match—Andy’s father having been both Captain and President of Birstall, fondly remembered by many of their players and staff. Despite solid golf and some useful local knowledge, the Beeston pair were narrowly beaten 2&1, one of four tight defeats by that scoreline.

Match 2 – Andy Lowe & Rob McWilliam W 3&2

Andy Lowe and Rob McWilliam delivered Beeston’s first point of the day with a gritty 3&2 win, combining steady ball‑striking with sharp short‑game work. Their control of the middle holes kept Birstall under pressure and added a valuable second point to the Beeston tally.

Match 3 – John Swan & Matt Lavelle L 2&1

The Beeston pairing of John Swan & Matt Lavelle  went down by 2&1 in close contest. The firm fairways and tricky approaches favoured the home side just enough to tip the balance, despite determined play from the Beeston duo.

Match 4 – John Hopwood & Ade Firth L 2&1

Another Beeston pairing of  John Hopwood & Ade Firth suffered a narrow 2&1 defeat, again in a match that could easily have gone the other way. Birstall’s local knowledge and the odd bounce on the firm fairways combined to edge the home side ahead.

Match 5 – Lance Rosie & Phil Hudson W 1 UP

Lance Rosie and Phil Hudson produced an excellent 1 UP win. The match was tight throughout, but Lance’s accuracy and Phil’s calm approach under pressure proved decisive over the closing holes—a superb away victory that got Beeston properly into the match.

Match 6 – Ray Stevenson & Malcolm Leivers W 4&3

A standout performance came from Ray Stevenson and Malcolm Leivers, who recorded a confident 4&3 victory. Using their handicap shots wisely and putting solidly on the firm greens, they never allowed the home side back into the match.

Match 7 – Bill Hurrel & Julian Ennis L 2&1

The fourth and final Beeston defeat by 2&1 came in Match 7, where Bill Hurrel & Julian Ennis had another close encounter where small margins and local knowledge made the difference. Despite good golf, the point went to Birstall.

Match 8 – Martin Bottomley & Drew Armstrong W 4&3

The final match saw Martin Bottomley and Drew Armstrong deliver a superb 4&3 win, closing out the day in style. Their confident approach play and steady putting ensured Beeston finished strongly and secured the overall draw.

Final Score: Birstall 4 – 4 Beeston Fields

A very creditable away draw, with four narrow defeats balanced by four excellent wins. And, thanks to the earlier 6½–1½ home victory, Beeston Fields retain the wooden trophy for another year—now proudly residing back at the club. The photo shows BFGC Captain Phil Harrison receiving the Tropy from Birstall Seniors Captain Steve Merrall (photo in the news section).

Thanks to all who played and represented BFGC with pride and good humour.

 

Beeston Fields vs Horsley Lodge (Home) RESULT

Monday 6th July 2026

The BFGC Seniors welcomed Horsley Lodge for the return fixture at Beeston Fields, played in warm, bright conditions and in excellent spirit throughout. The match produced a strong 6–2 victory for Beeston Fields, built on confident home course play, smart use of handicaps, and a captain who somehow managed to function on three hours’ sleep after England’s World Cup match against Mexico kicked off at 2am.

Despite the fatigue, the team delivered a superb performance across the board.

Match 1 – Phil Harrison & Tony Gilbert W 5&3

Seniors Captain Phil Harrison, running on fumes and caffeine, led the team out alongside Tony Gilbert. Phil’s energy levels may have been questionable, but Tony’s were not — he produced a solid, composed display that anchored the pairing to an excellent 5&3 win. A perfect start for Beeston Fields and a testament to Tony’s reliability and Phil’s ability to function under sleep‑deprived conditions.

Match 2 – Matt Lavelle & Dave Bonser L 1 Down

The second match saw the Beeston pair of Matt Lavelle and Dave Bonser edged out by Horsley Lodge 1 Down. Despite good golf and determined play, the visitors handled the early holes better and secured one of their two points on the day. A setback, but not one that dented the team’s confidence.

Match 3 – Anil Patani & Mike Gilbert W 5&3

Anil Patani and Mike Gilbert produced a superb 5&3 victory, using their local knowledge and shot allocation to full effect. Anil’s tidy short game and Mike’s consistency off the tee kept Horsley Lodge under pressure throughout, restoring Beeston’s momentum.

Match 4 – Andy Lowe & Julian Ennis W 6&5

A dominant performance from Andy Lowe and Julian Ennis resulted in a commanding 6&5 win. The pair combined excellent course management with confident putting, overwhelming their opponents and giving Beeston Fields a strong foothold in the overall match.

Match 5 – Eddie Easton & Bob Jones W 5&4

Eddie Easton and Bob Jones delivered another emphatic result, winning 5&4. Eddie’s accuracy and Bob’s steady approach play proved a potent combination, securing Beeston’s fourth point of the day and continuing the home side’s surge.

Match 6 – Tim Hawkins & Bill Hurrell W 5&3

In Match 6, Tim Hawkins and Bill Hurrell produced a confident 5&3 win, managing the course beautifully and keeping Horsley Lodge at arm’s length throughout. Bill’s touch around the greens and Tim’s reliable ball‑striking made this a comfortable and well‑earned victory.

Match 7 – Martin Bottomley & Ray Stevenson L 3&2

Match 7 saw Horsley Lodge claim their second and final point of the day. The Beeston pair of Martin Bottomley & Ray Stevenson fought hard but were unable to overcome the visitors’ strong mid‑round play losimg 3&2 . A rare blemish on an otherwise excellent team performance.

Match 8 – Malcolm Leivers & Rob McWilliam W 3&2

The final match saw Malcolm Leivers and Rob McWilliam secure a composed 3&2 win, closing out the morning in style. Malcolm used his shots wisely, and Rob’s steady rhythm ensured Beeston finished with a flourish and confirmed the overall 6–2 victory.

Final Score: Beeston Fields 6 – 2 Horsley Lodge

A strong home performance, played in great spirit and enjoyed by both teams. The Horsley Lodge Seniors Captain confirmed that they look forward to continuing this fixture in 2027 — a welcome endorsement of a friendly and competitive inter‑club rivalry.

Thanks to all who played and represented Beeston Fields with pride.

Full results in the news section

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Senior Matches 2026 – Upcoming Fixtures

The next three Senior Matches are:

Mon 27th July - Wollaton Park G. C. (Home)Mon

3rd August - Kedleston Park G. C. (Home)Thu

6th August - Longcliffe G. C. (Home)

These matches will be available to book on the website from 18th June, and will remain open until 8th July, when team selections will be made.

To be considered for selection, please go to the SENIORS drop‑down menu, select Inter‑Club Matches, and complete the Match Sign‑Up Form.

The Senior Matches against

The above matches are with the Captain for selection

Senior Men’s Inter‑Club Matches

The Senior Matches against

STANTON O/T WOLDS (Home) Monday 09:30 Jul 20

These teams have now been selected and published in the News section.

Players representing the team are kindly asked to wear the Senior Men’s Club colours:
navy blue sweater and white polo shirt, both embroidered with the Club Badge.

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Next Fixture

Thu 23rd Jul 2026

Seniors 18 Hole Singles Medal No 4 - (Q)

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