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A Century of Fairways and Friendship: Belfairs Golf Club Celebrates 100 Years

Chris Shawyer — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:39:29 +0100

Set within the beautiful woodlands of Belfairs Woods, Belfairs Golf Club offers golfers of all ages and abilities the perfect combination of heritage, challenge and community.

Established in 1926 and redesigned by the legendary golf architect Harry Colt, the picturesque 18-hole course provides an enjoyable test

COMMITTEE OUTING: 1st May 2026

Chris Shawyer — Tue, 05 May 2026 10:53:34 +0100

The annual Committee Outing stayed at home in this centenary year and proved to be a resounding success, with 46 members battling it out for the coveted Gorst Bowl.

The day delivered its traditional mix of heroic high scores, bafflingly low ones, and the odd disqualification for those who prefer to interpret the

JUBILEE CUP: May 2026 update

Chris Shawyer — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:49:16 +0100

Belfairs opened their 2026 campaign in style on Saturday, hosting Hartswood and securing an impressive 6–3 victory against a strong visiting side.

The singles set the platform, with Alix Little taking the opening match, followed by further wins from Peter Mahoney and Terry Copping.

ROGER FOREMAN TROPHY: 28th + 29th March

Chris Shawyer — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:02:24 +0100

The Spring showdown for the Roger Foreman Trophy, between Belfairs and Southend Golf Clubs, took on a special two-day format this year as part of Belfairs’ centenary celebrations.

Belfairs set the tone early, charging to a 9–4 lead in Saturday’s four-balls.

A Message From Our Captain

Chris Shawyer — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:15:23 +0000

I would like to extend a very warm welcome to all members and visitors to the Belfairs Golf Club website.

CAPTAIN'S DRIVE-IN: Sunday 30th November

Chris Shawyer — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:10:36 +0000

Members, well-wishers and passers-by on Sunday could have been forgiven for thinking they’d taken a wrong turn and wandered onto the set of a sci-fi blockbuster.

LADIES CAPTAIN DRIVE-IN: Thursday 4th December

Chris Shawyer — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:10:01 +0000

The Ladies Captain’s Drive-In burst into life with dazzling 1920s flair as members arrived in feathered headbands, pearls, and elegant flapper-style dresses.

After a warm and spirited introduction, the incoming Ladies Captain struck her opening drive straight and true, finishing just short of the green to

ROGER FOREMAN TROPHY: 2nd November 2025

Chris Shawyer — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 07:20:10 +0000

The Roger Foreman Trophy is a biannual greensomes competition contested between Belfairs and Southend Golf Clubs.

FINALS DAY: 27th / 28th September

Chris Shawyer — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:35:12 +0100

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP	Steve Tucker bt Peter Mahoney
LADIES CHAMPIONSHIP	Joan Smith bt

CAPTAIN'S DAY: July 6th

Chris Shawyer — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:41:07 +0100

Fine weather and an excellent turnout combined to ensure that this year’s Captain’s Day was a most memorable occasion.

LADIES CAPTAIN'S DAY: June 26th

Chris Shawyer — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:09:39 +0100

Thursday, 26th June, was Lady Captain’s Day, and it proved to be a thoroughly enjoyable occasion. Joan Howroyd emerged as the overall winner, with Terri Hirons taking second place.

APRIL COMPETITION WINNERS

Chris Shawyer — Thu, 15 May 2025 13:54:27 +0100

SOUTHGATE-BROWN CLEEK

Lawrence Schooley
Dave Keilit

GORST BOWL

Ray Jones
MEDALS

Mid-week Dave

TEAM EVENTS

Chris Shawyer — Thu, 15 May 2025 13:52:45 +0100

Norman Plum Trophy (6 pairs)

A tough first round draw against The Warren resulted in a 4-2 loss for Belfairs.

TURKEY TROT: 23rd February

Chris Shawyer — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:04:12 +0000

Postponed from December due to wet weather, the long anticipated Turkey Trot was finally completed on Sunday.

Despite the soggy conditions there were some creditable performances and none better than the 40 points carded by Tony Hayter to take the President's Voucher, narrowly beating Dave Keilit and Jamie

SOCIAL EVENTS

Chris Shawyer — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 17:04:11 +0000

Carol Evening

Andrea's Christmas Evening took place on Thursday, December 19th, and was a huge success, with an excellent turnout.

LADIES CAPTAIN DRIVE-IN: December 5th 2024

Chris Shawyer — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 17:50:34 +0000

It was a “woodlands theme” for the new Ladies Captain, Paula Buck (4th from left), as she and fellow members gathered on the first tee for her drive-in..

Good luck to Paula and vice-captain Sue Meddle in the coming year

CAPTAIN'S DRIVE-IN December 1st 2024

Chris Shawyer — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:26:48 +0000

Despite the cold, damp weather, newly appointed Captain, Steve Tucker, ably assisted by his vice-captain Jon Stannard, brightened the day and entertained the gathered members, family and friends at Belfairs traditional drive-in. We wish the Dynamic Duo an enjoyable and successful 2025.

FINALS DAY: Sunday 15th September 2024

Chris Shawyer — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:11:49 +0100

Club Championship

Simon Lawrence beat Steve Tucker 3 & 2

Junior Championship

Jon Stannard beat Hugh Brown 1 up

Ladies Championship

Debbie Packwood beat Joan Smith 1 hole (19th)

HARRY SMITH LEAVING LUNCH: 24th July

Chris Shawyer — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:10:51 +0100

Wednesday, July 24th, was a red-letter day for Belfairs.

JUBILEE CUP v Epping: Sunday 2nd June 2024

Chris Shawyer — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 08:02:56 +0100

Belfairs' performances have been improving recently.

The team earned their first-ever point by drawing 4½ - 4½ against Colchester and followed up with a 5-4 victory over Epping, placing them in 4th position in their division.