Northumberland Union of Golf Clubs Seniors Section

Many thanks to all who turned out today for the Senior's team v. the Men’s team.

It was thanks to the Northumberland GC for kindly hosting this event today over the Winter Course. The staff were very hospitable as always when we are there. Very much appreciated.

The result was a 9.5 to 2.5 win for the Men’s team.The Results sheet is as shown below.

Overall, I believe, a good result for the Senior's team. Senior's team player John Metcalfe had the joint best gross score with Carl Thompson from the Men’s team, both scoring 68.

Next up for the Seniors team is another OOM get-together at Alnmouth Village GC on Sunday 15th March 2026. Hopefully another good turnout. A draw will be issued in due course.

Today, Alnmouth Village GC warmly welcomed the Northumberland County Seniors squad for the first Seniors fixture of 2026. The Course, as usual was in excellent condition. The greens were consistent and true. The weather was breezy which made conditions tricky for good scoring but good scores did prevail. The course is always a joy to play and anyone reading this report should bear that in mind when looking for a good golfing day out. The course is historic and the oldest 9 hole links course in England. Stunning views. See photos.

21 players from the 2026 Seniors squad of 23 took part in the friendly get together. An excellent turn out. 7 new squad players attended their 1st County Seniors get-together. All said they had enjoyed the day meeting new golfing acquaintances. We look forward to seeing them at future Senior events. This was the first fixture where points were awarded towards the 2026 seasons Seniors Order of Merit.

Scoring was as follows :-

1st - 70 Steve Anderton
2nd - 72 Nik Jones
Joint 3rd - 73 Graham Forrest, Ian Richardson, Steve Findlay and Kevin-Cademy Taylor
Joint 7th - 74 Neil Graham, Sandy Twynholm
9th - Kevin Harmison
Joint 10th - Gary Parsons, John Metcalfe, Paul Taylor, Royston Pendley, Steve Cram, Gary Grant
16th - Ken Cairns
Joint 17th - Andrew Crowe, Graeme Heads
Joint 19th - Tony Stevenson, Chris Thompson
21st - Mike O’Hara

Points will be added to the OOM table and distributed in due course.

The next scheduled friendly get together, once again will be at Alnmouth Village GC on Sunday 15th March where we anticipate another excellent turnout. The draw for which will follow in due course.

Next Sunday, 1st March a selected county Seniors team of 12 players will take on the Men’s county team at the Northumberland Golf Club. Details will follow in due course.

Good morning. Can you please share with your members the sad news of the death of my brother MALCOLM WARD. A member and twice captain of Prudhoe golf club club . Malcolm was rushed to hospital on Monday night with breathing difficulties and passed away early Tuesday morning , he loved his golf and always looked forwards to playing the senior events . Malcolm would wish you all the best for the future, stay fit and keep golfing. With regards Jim ward .

Dear fellow Senior golfers all the very best for 2026 to each and everyone of you. Happy golfing.

Please find attached a list of the 5 NUGC County Senior Opens for 2026.

Entries for each competition will be available, in the usual way, via the NUGC website / Menu / Competitions Section from Wednesday 7th January 2026.

Please book early to avoid disappointment.

The County Seniors Team is looking to add to its squad of players available to represent Northumberland in next season's Northern Counties League and Regional Qualifying Championship.

If you are a member of an affiliated club in the Northumberland Union, aged 55 years or over, with a WHS index of 2 or below and are interested in being part of a team that plays home and away fixtures at some of the best venues in the North.

Please contact Seniors Secretary @ [email protected]

We look forward to you joining us for next season!

Northumberland County Seniors. Texas Scramble @ The Northumberland G.C. Monday 6th October.

Today was our last event of 2025, played in warm conditions with a stiff breeze in the morning, which died down in the afternoon.
The course is in excellent condition, the greens especially and all the competitors were very complimentary. We had 23 teams and some really good scoring.
The winners with a nett score of 57.3 were Messers Mike Brett, John Newlands and Jim and Rob Po***ck. All from The NGC. Local knowledge obviously helped.

Runners up and only beaten by .1 of a shot were David Ballantine, Perry Kent, Mel Yeoman from Ponteland G.C. and Steven Peck from Morpeth with a score of 57.4.

In third place were Robert Chalmers, David Robinson, Alan Black and Peter Lewis, all from Alnwick Castle G.C. With a score of 57.9

Thanks to The NGC for hosting the event, and thanks to everyone who played today.

Next year’s events will be announced very soon and we will look forward to seeing you there!

The NC Seniors’ Qualifying ( Big 6 ) was played yesterday 9th September at Wilmslow GC. The course was in superb condition with fast running greens. With the weather being very kind all day even though breezy at times. The course was enjoyed by all participants. Warm compliments from all Counties.

Northumberland once again missed out on Qualifying by 3 shots ( same as last year at the City of Newcastle GC ). Cheshire running out winners with a + 25 score of 745 on home territory. Northumberland were lying 5th after the morning rounds however Northumberland stepped up in the afternoon and produced the best Round 2 team total with a score of 369 finishing on a score of 748 in 3rd place.

However Northumberland can be proud of their efforts and the outcome from the tournament. There was much to be proud of in the event.

Northumberland won the Best Net Trophy on count back ( retained from last year )

Ian Richardson won the afternoon Best Afternoon Round, on count back, with a gross 72 level par score. Sandy Twynholm was one of three who all scored 72.

John Metcalfe finished 3rd in the Best Individual 36 holes category with scores of 71 ( 1-under par ) and 74.

Special thanks to Paul Brennan for attending the event and for his support to the Seniors’ team throughout the year. Much appreciated by everyone.

The team shared great camaraderie throughout the event and hoped to do even better in years to come.

Team pictured L-R with the Team Net Trophy.

Ian Richardson, Kevin Harmison, John Metcalfe, Sandy Twynholm, Mike Fleming ( Team Manager ), Steve Anderton, Kevin Cademy-Taylor, Paul Brennan ( County President ), Neil Graham.

The Northern Counties Seniors’ Qualifying Qualifying Championship is to be held at Wilmslow GC in Cheshire on Tuesday 9th September 2025.

The Seniors Committee have selected the following team to represent Northumberland at the event ( in playing order ) :-

1. Kevin Harmison - Newbiggin GC
2. Steve Anderton - Backworth GC
3. Ian Richardson - Hexham GC
4. Neil Graham - Longhirst GC
5. Sandy Twynholm - Morpeth GC
6. John Metcalfe - Longhirst GC

Reserve - Kevin Cademy-Taylor - Close House GC

Team Manager - Mike Fleming - Whitley Bay Golf Club

I’m sure everyone wishes them well in the event.

Live scoring will be available on the Northern Counties Website

Today was a very close local Derby with Durham.

The Northumberland County Seniors played Durham away at South Moor GC today for our fifth and final Northern Counties Seniors League fixture for 2025.

Thanks to County President Paul Brennan for his excellent support and attendance throughout the year at each fixture.

Special thanks also go to the players who made themselves available to play in the 5 NC League fixtures this year. Much appreciated.

South Moor GC were excellent hosts on the day. The undulating course being a true test of stamina over 27 holes.

The weather was overcast but generally good throughout the day.

Durham led 3.5 to 2.5 points in the morning 9-hole Greensomes.
In the the afternoon 4-BBB's honours were even with a score of 6 points each giving an overall match result of Durham 9.5 to 8.5 points. We look forward to hosting Durham next year at Gosforth GC on Monday 23rd July 2026.

The detailed Match Team Sheet is attached.

So that leaves just one more NC Fixture for 2025. The NC Seniors Qualifier ( Big 6 ) at Wilmslow GC in Cheshire on Tuesday 9th September 2025. Best wishes to the team which will be selected and notified in approximately in 1 weeks time.

Steve Findlay after his hole in one yesterday!