Held a little earlier in the calendar than its 13 predecessors, the annual charity event arranged by the online Golf Monthly forum took place on a gloriously bright, late summer’s day at Hankley Common on the Surrey/Hampshire border. The course – 30th in our UK&I rankings – was a riot of purple, with the heather still at its most vibrant and dazzling. With four-balls starting on both the 1st and 5th holes, a full field of 80 golfers was able to enjoy this beautiful James Braid/Harry Colt design that has, in recent times, improved yet further under the expert guidance of course architects Mackenzie and Ebert.
Following the customary coffee, delicious bacon roll and chance to reacquaint with golfing friends from across the country, there was the opportunity to visit the Titleist gazebo for advice on the correct ball to use and even the very generous provision of some supplies for the round. It
