12/06/2026
๐ Weekly Course Update
June has arrived in unsettled style! Following last week's 42mm of rainfall, further rain over recent days has brought our monthly total to 65mm - slightly above average and very welcome after a dry spring. The moisture has made a real difference, boosting turf health right across the course.
๐ข On the Greens
Greens are putting beautifully at what is peak season. Following last week's double verti-cutting and light top-dressing, growth has been steady and consistent. This week we took the opportunity to open the greens with solid tine aeration before applying our monthly wetting agent - washed in perfectly by yesterday's rain. As the week has progressed, mowing and rolling frequency has been increased to ensure they are in the best possible shape for the weekend.
Looking ahead to next week, we plan to apply a feed and plant growth regulator on Monday. With a changeable forecast and the earlier talk of a heatwave now thankfully off the table - we'll assess conditions early in the week before deciding on any further greens maintenance.
โณ Around the Course
Recent solid tine aeration and wetting agent applications on the tees have done their job well, with soil profiles much healthier and previously stressed areas showing strong recovery. Settled temperatures next week should also allow us to feed the tees and approaches and apply a selective herbicide.
All areas of the course have been mown in preparation for the weekend's competition, with fairways and semi receiving one cut and tees and surrounds receiving two. Surrounds will also be cut over the weekend.
๐ This Weekend
Final tournament preparations, including bunker work and detail finishing, are complete. The weather looks to have settled just in time. Good luck to all competitors! ๐ค
Enjoy your golf!
โ Matt Clarke, Course Manager