Results from the Ladies section at the popular Kendleshire course near Bristol, sent in by Jan Griffiths. In the July Stableford, out in front was Helen Cole on 41 with Kay Whiting second on 34 (back 9) from Sue Lear. July Medal winner was Jane Bridgeman with an impressive net 64. Second was Lynda Shovelton on net 74 and in third place, Lesley Wilcox 76.

The Kendleshire Ladies Open saw home victory as Sue Lear, Helen Cole, Karen Preddy triumphed over Sue Gray, Wendy Nelson-Hall, Sylvia Booth from the Kingsdown Bath Club who put in a great team performance playing away from home! Third team was also from the home course comprising Sue Flower, Kay Whiting and Jennie Mealing

Following a two-year £2 million investment the new Kernow Course at St Mellion International Resort is now complete. With nine brand-new holes, and with nine of the best from the original Old Course, this comprehensive redevelopment is set to boost visitor numbers to Cornwall. The Par 70, 18-hole Kernow is now a complement to the mighty Nicklaus Signature Course, which also winds around St Mellion’s spectacular wooded valleys.

Golf course architect Alan Leather was briefed to retain the best of the Old Course in creating a new course which keeps pace with advances in golf equipment technology. Work began in May 2008, with golf course constructors European Golf Services working closely throughout the process with St Mellion's Course Manager Mike Bush to ensure the new course opened in pristine condition.

In 1976 The Old Course, as it was then known, was designed by J. Hamilton Stutt for the Bond Brothers. St Mellion was soon heralded as the bright new star of golf in England’s South West. When its second course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, opened in 1987, the now-36 hole St Mellion facility became one of the UK’s most outstanding destinations for holidaying golfers, golf societies and corporate golf organisers – a reputation it maintains to this day. CHECK OUT OUR ST MELLION COMPETITION WORTH £1000 - CLICK HERE!

George Ryall fired a final round 71 to bag his best finish of the season in the De Vere Collection PGA Seniors Championship at Slaley Hall. The Players Club PGA teaching pro ended at four over for the tournament and a share of 12th alongside a clutch of players including Sandy Lyle and Ian Woosnam.

David J Russell pocketed the £40,000 first prize after a final round 75 for a five under par championship total. For Ryall, in his sixth start of the Senior Tour campaign, it’s another step in the right direction as bids to secure full playing rights and he heads to Switzerland’s Bad Ragaz PGA Senior Open encouraged by a gradual improvement in his game.

TIVERTON golfer Abbie Moyes (pictured) won the Devon Girls' Championship after a dramatic finish at Churston in June, reports Jim Bray. The seven-handicapper parred the 17th and had her only birdie of the day on the 18th to record a gross 78 and beat club-mate Jess Bradley on a countback.

Three three-putts on Churston's fast greens didn't deter Moyes, who admitted she was surprised to win at six over par. The 17-year-old, a member of the Richard Huish College golf academy in Taunton, said: “I was chuffed to win but a little disappointed I didn't play better as I would really like my handicap to get cut soon.”

Sherdons Golf Centre in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire has been shortlisted at the inaugural Golf Club of the Year Awards 2010. The Awards are unique in the industry because, unlike others which judge course quality, the Golf Club of the Year Awards measures the complete golf experience as voted for by the people who play the courses being members, guests and societies.

Richard Chatham, Co-owner and Manager of family run Sherdons said, “We are delighted to achieve this prestigious award. Is it most gratifying to receive this exciting recognition from our own members and guests. This is the second National award we have received in three weeks . Clubs were recognised in four regions – Scotland, North of England, Central England & Wales and Southern England. In addition there were winners for 3 categories – Best Club for Members; Best Club for Guests & Best Club for Societies. Sherdons was ranked the best club in the Central England & Wales Region.

FORTY teams of three playing a better ball stableford format opened up the 2010 Open Season at Bude & North Cornwall Golf Club. The day was sponsored by Michael and Danny Vanstone and with the weather in glorious form scoring was not as high as expected with only the 7th places being in the top 70’s.  

Our picture shows the winning home team Ryan Willshire, Shaun Marshall & Chris Hill one shot ahead of  Andrew May, Bruce Wickett & Tim Greenslade. They scored 84 points.

The Cyril Gallie Mixed Greensomes competition has been played at Wheathill in Somerset.. Navigating the perils of the format superbly were husband and wife team Kev and Angie Gould, who won with an excellent nett score of 62 - second were Jed Price and Sue Ovland on 63 reports Colin Johnson. The Wheathill Ladies team travelled to Worlebury to take on Long Sutton in the second round of the Rogers Cup. Wheathill captain Lesley Wills was especially pleased with a focused effort from the team and caddies to record a 5 – 2 win. They look forward to meeting Mendip in the quarter finals at Bath.

The ladies also played the Paul Nicholls Greensome Pairs competition, in excellent conditions. The winners were Janette Stewart and Jan Street with a nett 68, beating Jane Beauford and Angie Gould on countback. Third were Lorna Elliott and Julie Withers with a nett 69.

The ever popular Jim Barnes Cup - a 36 hole better ball event - took place at West Cornwall Golf Club at the end of May and drew a large field. It is named after Lelant born Jim Barnes, winner of The Open, the US PGA as well as the US Open. Conditions stayed dry and the course was excellent as alyways. The morning saw home pair Joe Brian and Nigel Pidwell record 45 points to lead the way in. Despite hot afternoon form from the Luke Stevens and Steven Brokenshire pairing they kept their concentration to score 40 points in the afternoon and take the honours with 85 points.

Mendip Golf Professionals John Goymer and Kevin Pitts secured Final spots in two separate PGA Tournaments in May. Firstly John played at Cumberwell Park in a new PGA Tournament, The English PGA Championship. The Tournament that Sandy Jones, PGA Chief Executive described as 'A milestone in the Association's history', it will decide The Champion of England at Goodwood Golf Course in July. John shot an impressive round of level par and is looking forward to playing the 54 hole, 3 day event with a Purse of £30,000 up for grabs.

Kevin travelled to Marriott St Pierre the following day to compete in The Welsh Open Championship where the regional qualifier was being held to find the finalists who will play at Ashburnham Golf Club at the end of June. Kevin secured his spot and is looking forward to the 54 hole event which also carries a purse of £30,000.