NOTICEBOARD
Seniors Noticeboard Tuesday 19th July: Ladies Scottish Open
For those who are assisting as Marshalls, the Course Plan and Briefing Handbook are now available to download
For those who are assisting as Marshalls, the Course Plan and Briefing Handbook are now available to download
Monday 18th July: Grant Meek Trophy
Entry for the Grant Meek Trophy is now open – the entry sheet is available in the Gents’ hallway. The format of the competition is a Texas Scramble with teams of 4, which can be ladies, gents or mixed teams. Please note that Associate members may play in the competition after 12.00noon.
Entry for the Grant Meek Trophy is now open – the entry sheet is available in the Gents’ hallway. The format of the competition is a Texas Scramble with teams of 4, which can be ladies, gents or mixed teams. Please note that Associate members may play in the competition after 12.00noon.
Friday 15th July: Open Golf action
We plan to show all the action from the Open Championship this weekend in the clubhouse. Our two-course meal is available tonight and tomorrow or you can select from our daily menu throughout the weekend. Hopefully, many of you will join us for something to eat or even just for a few drinks to soak up the atmosphere.
We plan to show all the action from the Open Championship this weekend in the clubhouse. Our two-course meal is available tonight and tomorrow or you can select from our daily menu throughout the weekend. Hopefully, many of you will join us for something to eat or even just for a few drinks to soak up the atmosphere.
Thursday 14th July: Scottish Ladies Open Marshalling
There will be a meeting in the Tom Morris Room at 19.30 on Tuesday 19th July for all members who have volunteered to marshal at the above event. The purpose of the meeting is to provide you with the official briefing from the organisers and to advise you of the holes we have been allocated to marshal. There will be notes issued on the evening and Robert and I will have the chance to advise you of the arrangements for parking, rest facilities, what goodies are on offer etc and to answer any questions you may have. I hope you can all manage. I will note those who are unable to attend on the evening of the 19th and contact you with alternative arrangements. Thank you again for volunteering.
David Coid, Robert McCormack. Hole Controllers
There will be a meeting in the Tom Morris Room at 19.30 on Tuesday 19th July for all members who have volunteered to marshal at the above event. The purpose of the meeting is to provide you with the official briefing from the organisers and to advise you of the holes we have been allocated to marshal. There will be notes issued on the evening and Robert and I will have the chance to advise you of the arrangements for parking, rest facilities, what goodies are on offer etc and to answer any questions you may have. I hope you can all manage. I will note those who are unable to attend on the evening of the 19th and contact you with alternative arrangements. Thank you again for volunteering.
David Coid, Robert McCormack. Hole Controllers
June 29th: Alasdair McKendrick
It is with much sadness that we advise the death, on 27 June 2022, of member, Alasdair McKendrick. His funeral will take place at 11.15am on Thursday 21 July at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
It is with much sadness that we advise the death, on 27 June 2022, of member, Alasdair McKendrick. His funeral will take place at 11.15am on Thursday 21 July at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
June 24th: Tri-Am Competition
The entry sheet for the Tri-Am competition on Saturday 30th July will go up in the clubhouse noticeboard at 7am tomorrow morning, Saturday 25th June
The entry sheet for the Tri-Am competition on Saturday 30th July will go up in the clubhouse noticeboard at 7am tomorrow morning, Saturday 25th June
June 23rd: Divotting
Head Greenkeeper John MacLachlan is seeking volunteers to assist him and his staff with some light divotting work on Tuesday 28th and Thursday 30th June. If you are able to help, please report to the greenkeepers’ shed at 9am on either or both days and John will organise matters accordingly. Many thanks for your assistance
Head Greenkeeper John MacLachlan is seeking volunteers to assist him and his staff with some light divotting work on Tuesday 28th and Thursday 30th June. If you are able to help, please report to the greenkeepers’ shed at 9am on either or both days and John will organise matters accordingly. Many thanks for your assistance
June 9th: Irrigation system update
Please find attached an update on the new Irrigation System from Captain Colin Ramsay.
Please find attached an update on the new Irrigation System from Captain Colin Ramsay.
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May 31st: Scotland vs Ukraine
We will be showing the Scotland v Ukraine World Cup Qualifying Match in the John Gray Lounge tomorrow evening, Wednesday 1st June. Why not come along, watch the match in comfort and claim your FREE pint of Tennent’s AND complimentary pie at half time! In order to qualify for your ‘pie and pint’ you must check in at the Bar before kick-off at 7.45pm.
We will be showing the Scotland v Ukraine World Cup Qualifying Match in the John Gray Lounge tomorrow evening, Wednesday 1st June. Why not come along, watch the match in comfort and claim your FREE pint of Tennent’s AND complimentary pie at half time! In order to qualify for your ‘pie and pint’ you must check in at the Bar before kick-off at 7.45pm.
May 26th: Competitions Update
A reminder for next Wednesday 1st June: Due to the installation of the irrigation system you should be aware of a number of fixture changes. The Houston Trophy on Wednesday 1st June is now a qualifying competition for the following :
Gordon and Jim, M & H Secretaries
A reminder for next Wednesday 1st June: Due to the installation of the irrigation system you should be aware of a number of fixture changes. The Houston Trophy on Wednesday 1st June is now a qualifying competition for the following :
- 3rd qualifying round for Club Championship and the Coila Cup
- Senior Club Championship (one round)
- Hourston Trophy final (Qualifiers at notice board)
Gordon and Jim, M & H Secretaries
May 19th: David Wishart
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on 29 March 2022, of Overseas Member David Wishart.
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on 29 March 2022, of Overseas Member David Wishart.
May 17th: Titleist Demonstration Day on 30th May
Gareth is hosting a Titleist Demo Day on Monday 30 May from 1100hrs until 1530hrs at the practise area. This will mean that the practise bays and chipping area will not be available for general use between these times. If you wish to book a slot to attend the Demo, you can sign up in the Pro Shop or online booking will be available in Gareth’s next newsletter.
Gareth is hosting a Titleist Demo Day on Monday 30 May from 1100hrs until 1530hrs at the practise area. This will mean that the practise bays and chipping area will not be available for general use between these times. If you wish to book a slot to attend the Demo, you can sign up in the Pro Shop or online booking will be available in Gareth’s next newsletter.
May 11th: Reciprocity Agreements
Dear Member,
I’m delighted to confirm that Largs Golf Club has been added to the list of clubs that PSNGC members now have reciprocal agreements with. Any member looking to book a time at one of the 5 clubs should take note of the information below:
Lundin Golf Club
Kind Regards,
Graham
Dear Member,
I’m delighted to confirm that Largs Golf Club has been added to the list of clubs that PSNGC members now have reciprocal agreements with. Any member looking to book a time at one of the 5 clubs should take note of the information below:
Lundin Golf Club
- Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance via PSNGC Secretary’s Office
- £25 per member charge – no discounted rate for guests
- Tee time availability is normally restricted to after 3.30pm
- Bookings are made via PSNGC Secretary’s Office
- £40 per member charge – no discounted rate for guests
- Bookings can be made by members directly up to 5 days in advance
- £20 per member charge – no discounted rate for guests
- Bookings can be made up to 5 days in advance via PSNGC Secretary’s Office
- £20 per member charge – no discounted rate for guests
- Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance via PSNGC Secretary’s Office
- £20 per member charge – no discounted rate for guests
Kind Regards,
Graham
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May 5th: Open Mixed Foursomes
Times are filling up for the Open Mixed Foursomes on Sunday 14 August. All times between 1100hrs and 1230hrs have been filled but there are still spaces available before and after this timeslot. If you wish to enter the competition you can either print the attached form or download it from the Club website and complete and return it to the Secretary’s office together with entry fee of £18.00 |
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May 3rd: BRS Tee Time Booking Survey result
Please see the attached communication from Managing Secretary Graham MacKenzie regarding the recent BRS Tee Time Booking survey. The outcome is that from Monday 16th May 2022, ALL tee-times will be reserved via the Club's online booking system. |
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May 3rd: General Play Rounds for Handicap
Dear member
If you wish to enter a General Play Round please follow this procedure:
1 - Sign into the Scottish Golf App and select either the White, Yellow or Red Course (ALL General Play scores should be input via the Scottish Golf App).
2 - Sign and date the Registration Book in the Pro Shop. This enable us to keep a record of all General Play Rounds
3 - Play your General Play Round from the TEE STONE for your selected course.
4 - Whilst the Irrigation Works are going on there may be some holes closed. If you intend to play a 9 hole round then holes 1 to 9 must be open to allow you to play. If not, you cannot play a 9 hole round. If you intend to play an 18 hole round then any holes that are defined as closed by Committee should have a score entered to give the equivalent of a net par for the hole.
Kind Regards
Stuart Glasgow, Match and Handicap Convenor
Dear member
If you wish to enter a General Play Round please follow this procedure:
1 - Sign into the Scottish Golf App and select either the White, Yellow or Red Course (ALL General Play scores should be input via the Scottish Golf App).
2 - Sign and date the Registration Book in the Pro Shop. This enable us to keep a record of all General Play Rounds
3 - Play your General Play Round from the TEE STONE for your selected course.
4 - Whilst the Irrigation Works are going on there may be some holes closed. If you intend to play a 9 hole round then holes 1 to 9 must be open to allow you to play. If not, you cannot play a 9 hole round. If you intend to play an 18 hole round then any holes that are defined as closed by Committee should have a score entered to give the equivalent of a net par for the hole.
Kind Regards
Stuart Glasgow, Match and Handicap Convenor
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May 3rd: Scottish Women's Open Marshalling
Trust Golf Women's Scottish Open - Dundonald Links - Thursday 28 to Sunday 31 July 2022. The Club has been invited to provide marshals for this event. If you are interested in assisting, then please follow the link in the attached letter and register as a volunteer marshal. For those of you who have assisted with marshalling at previous events, I am pleased to advise you that Robert McCormack has kindly agreed to assist me with the Hole Controlling duties. I have completed the registration process and it's fairly straightforward. If you do volunteer, could you please email me at david.coid@sky.com advising me you have you completed the registration process. This will allow me to create a list of club members who wish to be part of the team. There are marshalling duties on Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th (practice days) and then the four Championship Days. The registration process is quite different to what we have been used to in the past, hence my request for you to advise me you have registered, but I am assured we will marshal as Club and will be allocated one or two holes, depending on the numbers who volunteer. If you have not volunteered before, please give it a go, it's great fun and to those who have marshalled previously, Robert and I look forward to seeing and working with you again. I will be in further contact as I receive more information from the organisers. Please note the registration deadline on the invitation letter - it is 8th May. Thank you! David Coid, Hole Controller |
May 3rd: Brian Rintoul
It is with much sadness that we advise the death, on Friday 29 April 2022, of Club Member Brian Rintoul. The funeral will take place at 2.30pm on Friday 20 May at Dreghorn Crematorium.
It is with much sadness that we advise the death, on Friday 29 April 2022, of Club Member Brian Rintoul. The funeral will take place at 2.30pm on Friday 20 May at Dreghorn Crematorium.
May 3rd: Summer Matchplay Competitions
Due to the delayed completion of the irrigation system, the draws for the Jubilee Bowl and Summer Fourball competitions will be rescheduled until approximately the middle of the month to allow the work to continue. If you still wish to enter either of the competitions you can do this via howdidido or enter in the shop.
Due to the delayed completion of the irrigation system, the draws for the Jubilee Bowl and Summer Fourball competitions will be rescheduled until approximately the middle of the month to allow the work to continue. If you still wish to enter either of the competitions you can do this via howdidido or enter in the shop.
April 29th: Damage to member's car in car park
Some time between 11.30am and 3.30pm on Tuesday 26 April a grey Volvo S60 belonging to member Drew Boyd was hit on the front wing of the driver’s side by another vehicle whilst parked in the car park. The offending car left red paint on the damaged area of Drew’s car which was parked near the entrance of the car park in the middle bay facing the 18th tee. f you think you may have been parked beside him and caused the damage or perhaps witnessed the damage being done, please contact the Secretary’s office at your earliest convenience.
Some time between 11.30am and 3.30pm on Tuesday 26 April a grey Volvo S60 belonging to member Drew Boyd was hit on the front wing of the driver’s side by another vehicle whilst parked in the car park. The offending car left red paint on the damaged area of Drew’s car which was parked near the entrance of the car park in the middle bay facing the 18th tee. f you think you may have been parked beside him and caused the damage or perhaps witnessed the damage being done, please contact the Secretary’s office at your earliest convenience.
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April 28th: Irrigation Project progress report
This report from our Captain, Colin Ramsay, makes encouraging reading! |
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April 26th: Survey reminder
If you have not already done so, this is a reminder that if you intend to take part in the survey of members in relation to Tee Time Booking using the BRS on-line system, your completed survey form must be completed and emailed back or handed in to the office by noon on Thursday 28 April 2022 at the latest. Committee are keen to hear from as many playing members as possible.
If you have not already done so, this is a reminder that if you intend to take part in the survey of members in relation to Tee Time Booking using the BRS on-line system, your completed survey form must be completed and emailed back or handed in to the office by noon on Thursday 28 April 2022 at the latest. Committee are keen to hear from as many playing members as possible.
April 24th: Jimmy Nimmo
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Tuesday 19 April 2022, of former Club Member Jimmy Nimmo. Mr Nimmo’s funeral will take place at 3.30pm on Wednesday 4 May 2022 at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Tuesday 19 April 2022, of former Club Member Jimmy Nimmo. Mr Nimmo’s funeral will take place at 3.30pm on Wednesday 4 May 2022 at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
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April 19th: Survey regarding BRS bookings
As you are probably aware, to comply with Track and Trace (Test and Protect) measures, for the last two years tee times could only be booked using the BRS tee booking system from the first available tee time. This system is no longer required due to the easing of Track and Trace regulations. The tee time booking system has now reverted to its former practice whereby early morning times are secured on a ‘Turn Up and Play’ basis. As indicated in the email from the Captain on 13 April, Committee now want to get the views of the members regarding tee time booking arrangements. Please find attached a survey form which I would ask you to complete and email back or hand in to the office by noon on Thursday 28 April 2022 at the latest. All forms returned will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please note that the attached form is only for those members with full playing rights, seven days per week. Associate members and others who do not have full playing rights will receive a different form relating to Monday to Thursday bookings only. |
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April 14th: Resignations and membership transfers
At the AGM held on 31 March 2022 a change to the Constitution was approved whereby all resignations and requests to transfer to a different category of membership require to be submitted to the Secretary’s office by 30 April each year. Accordingly, if you are considering resigning from the Club or applying to move to a different category of membership please advise the office in writing by close of business on Saturday 30 April 2022.
At the AGM held on 31 March 2022 a change to the Constitution was approved whereby all resignations and requests to transfer to a different category of membership require to be submitted to the Secretary’s office by 30 April each year. Accordingly, if you are considering resigning from the Club or applying to move to a different category of membership please advise the office in writing by close of business on Saturday 30 April 2022.
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April 13th: Tee booking arrangements
Please see the attached communication from Captain Colin Ramsay regarding a survey to ascertain member's preferences concerning tee booking, and specifically the issue of early-morning turn-up-and-play vs full day online booking with BRS |
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April 13th: Vacancy for member of cleaning staff
We currently have a temporary vacancy for a person to assist with cleaning duties throughout the Clubhouse. For security reasons we would prefer to recruit someone who has been personally recommended rather go through the Job Centre or equivalent route. If you know someone who might be interested in a temporary part-time cleaning assistant job that you would be prepared to recommend to the Club please contact either the office or Grant Hood and we will progress matters.
We currently have a temporary vacancy for a person to assist with cleaning duties throughout the Clubhouse. For security reasons we would prefer to recruit someone who has been personally recommended rather go through the Job Centre or equivalent route. If you know someone who might be interested in a temporary part-time cleaning assistant job that you would be prepared to recommend to the Club please contact either the office or Grant Hood and we will progress matters.
April 5th: Jack Quinn
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Sunday 3 April 2022, of Club Member Jack Quinn. Mr Quinn’s funeral will be held at 11.15am on Wednesday 13 April 2022 at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Sunday 3 April 2022, of Club Member Jack Quinn. Mr Quinn’s funeral will be held at 11.15am on Wednesday 13 April 2022 at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
April 5th: Prestwick Links
There has always been a great heritage and history with golf in Prestwick. One of the great amateur events is the “Prestwick Links” - The Nickson Trophy and Boyd Cup - which has been played for countless years over, St Nicholas, St Cuthbert and Prestwick courses. Sadly in recent years there has been an almost terminal decline in entrants. Last year Past Captain Neil and I met with the Captain and Vice-Captain of St Cuthbert to discuss this event. Both Clubs agreed that we should put more effort into promoting this great historic competition with a view to getting it back onto the forefront of amateur golfing events in Prestwick. Due to some technical difficulties our attempts at linking the respective clubs’ websites did not work. However, alternative booking arrangements have now been made. Our own booking system will now open up at 7pm tonight (5th April) for booking through the club’s website. To enter this open competition:-
Kind Regards
Colin Ramsay
Captain
There has always been a great heritage and history with golf in Prestwick. One of the great amateur events is the “Prestwick Links” - The Nickson Trophy and Boyd Cup - which has been played for countless years over, St Nicholas, St Cuthbert and Prestwick courses. Sadly in recent years there has been an almost terminal decline in entrants. Last year Past Captain Neil and I met with the Captain and Vice-Captain of St Cuthbert to discuss this event. Both Clubs agreed that we should put more effort into promoting this great historic competition with a view to getting it back onto the forefront of amateur golfing events in Prestwick. Due to some technical difficulties our attempts at linking the respective clubs’ websites did not work. However, alternative booking arrangements have now been made. Our own booking system will now open up at 7pm tonight (5th April) for booking through the club’s website. To enter this open competition:-
- Visit the Prestwick St Nicholas website
- Click on the Visitors section
- Click on Green Fees and Booking
- Click on the “to book a time on-line click here”
- Click on “Book an Open Competition”
Kind Regards
Colin Ramsay
Captain
March 31st: James Jardine
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Saturday 26 March 2022, of Club Member James Jardine. Mr Jardine’s funeral will take place at 12.30pm on Thursday 14 April at Mortonhall Crematorium, Edinburgh.
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Saturday 26 March 2022, of Club Member James Jardine. Mr Jardine’s funeral will take place at 12.30pm on Thursday 14 April at Mortonhall Crematorium, Edinburgh.
March 23rd: Notice of AGM to be held on Thursday 31st March
The Report and Accounts of Prestwick St Nicholas Golf Club for the year ended 31 December 2021 which also contains the Agenda and Calling Notice for the Annual General Meeting to be held in the Clubhouse on Thursday 31 March 2022 at 7.00pm have been emailed to Members, as have the Minute of the Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday 31 March 2021 and the Minute of the Special General Meeting held on Thursday 09 September 2021. All of the files can be downloaded from the Members Section of the Club's website here (login required).
The preferred dress code for attendance at all General Meetings of the Club is jacket and tie for gentlemen and ‘Smart’ for ladies.
The Report and Accounts of Prestwick St Nicholas Golf Club for the year ended 31 December 2021 which also contains the Agenda and Calling Notice for the Annual General Meeting to be held in the Clubhouse on Thursday 31 March 2022 at 7.00pm have been emailed to Members, as have the Minute of the Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday 31 March 2021 and the Minute of the Special General Meeting held on Thursday 09 September 2021. All of the files can be downloaded from the Members Section of the Club's website here (login required).
The preferred dress code for attendance at all General Meetings of the Club is jacket and tie for gentlemen and ‘Smart’ for ladies.
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March 29th: Tee Time Booking
As you may recall, due to the Social Distancing Rules brought in as a result of the Coronavirus Pandemic in March 2020, the use of the BRS on-line booking system to book a tee time has been mandatory 7 days a week from the first bookable time for the last two years. It was understood that this would be a temporary measure until Social Distancing Rules restrictions were lifted and thereafter the Tee time Booking arrangements for casual golf would revert to their former position whereby early morning tee times would be secured on a ‘Turn up and Play’ basis. As many of you will no longer be familiar with what this means I have attached the relevant section of the Rules and Regulations to this communication. Please note that whether you book a time on-line or on a ‘Turn Up and Play’ basis the names of all your playing partners must be entered ono the BRS booking system. The new arrangements will come into force with effect from Monday 11 April 2022 March 29th: No of bookings per week The restriction on the number of bookings a member may make per week is being totally lifted with effect from Monday 04 April. This will be reviewed when the Club moves into the winter season and the amount of available tee times is reduced due to available daylight. |
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March 28th: Changes to Gents Fixtures
Please see the attached changes to the Gents Fixture List for April and May 2022. |
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March 25th: April Monthly Medal
You may be aware that we encountered problems earlier this evening with the online booking for next Saturday’s monthly medal. As a result of these problems a number of members were able to book casual golf tee times for next Saturday. We have been advised that we are now able to re-programme the competition, which will now go live at 1900hrs on SATURDAY 26 MARCH 2022. Please note that all members who booked casual golf tee times on Saturday 2 April will have their times removed to allow for the competition to be re-programmed. Please accept our apologies for inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.
You may be aware that we encountered problems earlier this evening with the online booking for next Saturday’s monthly medal. As a result of these problems a number of members were able to book casual golf tee times for next Saturday. We have been advised that we are now able to re-programme the competition, which will now go live at 1900hrs on SATURDAY 26 MARCH 2022. Please note that all members who booked casual golf tee times on Saturday 2 April will have their times removed to allow for the competition to be re-programmed. Please accept our apologies for inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.
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March 25th: Temporary Local Rule regarding Irrigation Works
Please see the attachment detailing a new Temporary Local Rule. |
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March 24th: David Dingwall
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Saturday 12 March 2022, of former Club Member David Dingwall. Mr Dingwall’s funeral will take place at 2.45pm on Tuesday 29 March at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
It is with much sadness that I advise the death, on Saturday 12 March 2022, of former Club Member David Dingwall. Mr Dingwall’s funeral will take place at 2.45pm on Tuesday 29 March at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr.
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March 17th: Withdrawal of White Posts
Please see the attached message from Stuart Glasgow, M&H Convener, regarding removal of the white posts from the course effective March 21st. |
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March 16th: Irrigation Project update
Please see the attached Irrigation System update from Captain Neil Foggo |
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