Annual Golf Day Raises Funds for The High Sheriff Youth Awards.

When a rain storm of biblical proportions swept over my car on the way to West Hill Golf Course on Thursday September 4^th, I questioned my wisdom to be hosting a golf day. But mercifully the storm clouds cleared, 15 teams of four golfers devoured their bacon sandwiches and headed out on the beautiful heather bestrewn course. Returning with stories of heroics and near misses we enjoyed a wonderful three course lunch and then collectively excelled in bidding for the very generously donated auction prizes before awarding something resembling the FA Cup to the team winners from GlucoRx Ltd.

The day was in aid of the High Sheriff Youth Awards which supports charities that encourage young people to get involved in activities which provide structure, focus or enjoyment in their life that may have previously have been lacking. As a consequence this often leads to a reduction in anti-social behaviour and improves their life outcomes. Last year, we supported 15 local charities awarding some £53k and this golf event is our main fund-raising event. So I would like to thank Seymours for again supporting us and sponsoring the event, Srixon for proving the ammunition on the course and the team behind putting this day together being Ken Schofield, Julian Wakeling,  Shahid Azeem, Chris Critchlow and Ron Enticott. Special mention also to Tony Jamieson for stepping in at the last minute as auctioneer, Jumblebee for co-ordinating the silent auction and Will Potts for ensuring the whole day ran smoothly.

Finally massive thanks to West Hill Golf Club for inviting us back and for being such magnificent hosts.