Having passed by this course on a number of occasions and never really gave it much thought thinking it was a small 9 hole course. How wrong can one be! It’s a little gem.

Tees, fairways and greens were faultless; in fact the presentation was excellent.

The Captain, David Evans was there to greet us and gave us a brief history of the club, Fred (my caddy) stated he was born the same year as the club was formed way back in 1922. Plans are in the making for a new clubhouse, which still has to be approved, if completed will give the club new status for special functions. Well supported by its members it has a strong social gathering within the community. The only down side is that it only has nine holes, and the tee boxes are very close together yardage wise, so there is not much variation in distances, but having said that, it played beautifully.

With eight holes into wind, meant the par fours would be long and the two par 5’s would be reachable in two. This is a course that is not tiring and with only one hole that you play over a marker post, makes it all the more pleasant as you can see the whole layout of each hole.

A course not to be missed, and after your round, a well stocked bar and restaurant to make the day complete.

I would also like to say that the members have supported Ty Gobaith over the years, and this year will be presenting them with a cheque for £14,000 as well. Well done St. Melyd for the dedication and loyalty you have shown to the children of the hospice.

Conditions: Overcast and windy

Results: Win against the course

Out: 38
In: 41
Gross: 79
H/Cap: 13
Net: 66
Par: 68
Putts: 16 / 17 = 33
Stableford: 20 /18 = 38