Deanwood GC v Hurlston Hall GC – Monday 29th June
Early start times at Deanwood in the continued great weather although there was a strong wind about. First out Dave Jenkins and Frank Brocklebank (Frank giving the shots) and recorded a creditable win against Leigh MacEvoy and Chris Lawless 2 & 1.
Next saw Sid Casey and Mark Sobey against Dave Hall and Sean Nolan where the pairs could not be separated resulting a drawn game.
Third out Keith Roby and Adrian Brown who a bit like England, were not on the ball losing to ever presents Mark Rimmer and Owen McCann 2 up to he visitors.
Peter Lawson and Dave Atherton up against another regular player James Milner with low man Lee Saunders with the home pair using all their local knowledge to win 4 & 3.
Bernard Ingham and partner Dougie Ashall must have still been high on the England win as they succumbed to a great pair in Hurlston’s Steve Williams and Dave Williamson who took the points with a 5 & 4 away win.
Mark Pritchard and Mike Purvis, with Mark the low man in the four inflicted a 4 & 3 win against Andy Campbell and Andy Hall 4 & 3.
So, a draw between the two Clubs.
Deanwood GC 7 points v Hurlston Hall GC 7 points
Mersey Valley GC v Deanwood GC – 25th June
Match Report:
'Never let it be said that only Englishmen and mad dogs go out in the midday sun. Today at Mersey Valley, golfers can be added to that list!
On the hottest day of the year so far, Dean Wood were visitors to Mersey Valley. With umbrellas protecting from the sun rather than the usual rain, both teams battled against the course and conditions.
It was a credit to both sets of players that commendable golf was played by both teams in the searing heat.
Mersey Valley prevailed by winning four games to two, giving them 8 league points with 6 to Dean Wood.
Afterwards, players cooled in the clubhouse with a selection of cold beverages (soft of course ;) and recovered their strength with Chef Jim's lasagna followed by strawberries and cream (good prep for Wimbledon!).
David Richardson and Mark Peters recorded a 3 &2 win against Andy Postlethwaite and Bernard Ingam, whilst in the second match Keith Roby and Ian Childs held on to a great one up win against Paul Ikin and Tony Callagham.
Third match saw Rob Atherton and Peter Connor secure another one up win against Ray Dee and Dave Jenkins.
Ray Holden and David McCann had shots over Steve Parsley and partner Ian Crossley and used them to secure a 2-up win.
Paul Latham and Frank Brocklebank had 4 and 5 shots over Stuart Ogilvie and Denis Ormesher using them wisely to secure an away win 1 up, close match.
Finally, Alan Robinson and Colin Hardman secured the winning points with a 3 & 2win ovwr S. Casey and Ronnie Cannon.
Mersey Valley GC 8 points v Deanwood GC 6 points
Regards, David Richardson.
North West Seniors Golf League: Longridge GC v Hindley Hall GC — 25 June
The opening match saw Dave Kelly and Keith Horam face Glyn Jones and Bernie Blood. The Longridge pairing, unbeaten this season, continued their outstanding run with a commanding 6&4 victory.
In the second match, Roger “The Ferret” Cain and Jed Forest took on Keith Stokes and Kevin Leyland in a closely fought contest, with the home side eventually securing a 3&2 win.
The third match featured home captain Martin Gray and Alistair Sheret against Hindley Hall captain Gary Hughes and Keith Duxbury. This proved to be a tight encounter throughout. Hindley Hall’s impressive putting earned them a two‑hole lead with three to play, but the Longridge pair battled back to level the match on the 17th. All square on the 18th tee, a superb second shot from Keith Duxbury ultimately clinched a one‑up victory for the visitors.
In the fourth match, Jed Dewhurst and Leonard Wright met Keith Aspey and Dean Benson. The Hindley Hall duo established an early three‑hole advantage, but Longridge steadily regained momentum and closed out the match on the 18th green.
The fifth match saw Dave Carling and Trevor Walker take on Dennis Sheffield and Phil Mercer. The home pair were in control throughout and recorded an impressive 6&4 win.
In the final match, Andrew Tillotson and Bill Conn faced Colin White and Alan Derbyshire. Another tightly contested game, the Longridge pairing eventually edged ahead to secure a two‑up victory.
Credit is once again due to the greenkeeping team for presenting the course in superb condition, and to the catering staff for providing an excellent post‑match meal.
Final score: Longridge 10 points, Hindley Hall 3 points.
Match report by Martin Gray
Wilpshire GC v Hart Common GC – 24th June
Superb ideal weather greeted both teams to the Club.
Paul Wareing, the low player giving the shots, with ever present Gerry Girvan against Dave Smith and Eric Dawber produced a great match with the home pair coming home with a 2- up win.
Second out, John Glyn and Peter Liversey again had a 2 up win against Chris Radcliffe and Steve Edmonds. Next Debutant Darren Snook partnered Jack Taylor and against Glyn Crank and John Armstrong recorded a great 6 & 5 home win.
Lenny Gillett, for once at home, along with Kevin Young had a super match against low man Eddie Tomlinson and partner Phil Hawker with nothing between both recording a half.
Part time dentist, and full-time golfer Steve Schofield along with partner Wayne Howarth had a great win 5 & 4 against Roy Smith and Nigel Nettlefield.
Last to play Brendan Barrett and Richard Dawson recorded a 4 & 3 win against Mark Dacre and Tony Whitefoeld.
Wilpshire GC 11 points v Hart Common 1 point
Hurlston Hall GC v Mytton Fold GC – 22nd June
Andy Cadley the new Seniors organiser at Hurlston Hall is passionate about his golf and makes sure his team players are always available and ready for a great day for the weather and the course. Up against Mytton Fold GC with players like Gary Aldred and Steve Worrall rarely beaten.
So, today first out Derek Doyle and Kevin Spooner took on Mytton pair of Chris Quinn and Dave Proctor with the home side recording a 3 & 2 win.
Next, Andy Cadley, giving the shots and Dave Williamson played against Gary Aldred and Phil Chadwick with the home pair emerging 1 up winners.
James Milner and Ian Tolman against Alan Rogers and Rupert Frost played an equally close match winning 2 up.
Chris Orritt and Dave Hall seemed to overwhelmed John Hindle and Geoff Holtom recording the best result of the day winning 7 & 5.
Ever present Ray Moses and partner Chris Lawless took on Peter Kiddie and Dave Pennington, securing a 6 & 5 win.
Last out were Nigel Wilmhurst (another NWSL regular) and Rod Duval recorded 6 & 4 win over Steve Worrall and Sam Cowan.
A win for Hurston Hall GC, putting the up the league with 25 points.
Hurlston Hall GC 12 points v Mytton Fold GC 0 points.
Mytton Fold GC v Mersey Valley GC – 18th June
Mytton Fold entertained Mersey Valley at the Langho course with for once sunshine!
Angus Barr and Tony Monks recorded a 3 & 2 win over visitors Tony Callaghan and Tony Bird.
Next, Gary Aldred and Phil Chadwick recorded the best win of the day with a 6 & 5 win over Keith Rawlinson and Mark Peters.
Alan Rogers and John Hindle took on Jim Kayes and Phil Bennett winning a close game 2 up.
Steve Worrall and Steve Golding could not keep up the winning home wins, losing out to Peter Connor and Colin Hardman, 3 & 2.
Peter Main and David Eyles restored winning ways for the home side winning 4 & 3 against David Richardson and Tony Newall.
Last out Geoff Holtom and Peter Sharpe could not get past David McCann and John Fleck losing a close game 1 down.
Mytton Fold GC 8 points v Mersey Valley GC 6 points.
Match Report – Longridge GC vs Hurlston Hall GC – 18th June
Submitted by: Martin Gray, Team Captain
Longridge hosted Hurlston Hall today in our first home fixture of the season. With fine weather and calm conditions, an excellent afternoon of golf was in prospect.
Match 1
Roger “The Golden Ferret” and Ged Forest faced Captain Derek Doyle and Andy Hall.
A tightly contested match throughout, the home pair secured victory on the 16th,
winning 3 & 2.
Match 2
Home captain Martin Gray and Shaun Graham took on Andy Cadley and Ian Tolman. With evenly matched handicaps, the game was competitive from the start. Longridge moved 2 up after eight holes, but the visitors fought back to go dormy 2 up with two to play. A determined finish from the home side took the match up the 18th, where a superb second shot from Shaun to 15 feet secured a well-earned halved match.
Match 3
Dave Carling and Jez Morgan met Dave Hall and James Milner. Despite Jez giving away 11 shots, the deficit proved too much to overcome, and the away side claimed the win 2 up.
Match 4
In-form duo Dave Kelly and Keith Horam faced Mark Rimmer and Paul C. Jackson. The home side dominated from the outset, closing out the match by the 12th hole with an emphatic 7 & 6 victory — a margin once known as “a dog licence”. A superb performance.
Match 5
Ged Dewhurst and Lenny Wright took on Martin Isherwood and Leigh McEvoy. The visitors started strongly, going 3 up early, but steady, composed play from the Longridge pair saw them claw their way back before ultimately securing a 2 & 1 win.
Match 6
Andrew Tilitson and Bill Conn faced Chris Lawless and Dave Williamson. Another close contest unfolded, with the home side finishing strongly to win 3 & 2.
All 24 players extend they’re thanks to the greenkeeping team for presenting the course in excellent condition, and to the catering staff for providing another outstanding meal.
Final Result:
Longridge 9 pts – Hurlston Hall 4 pts
Deanwood GC v Hart Common GC Thursday 18th June
Top of the table clash at Deanwood early in the season in great weather, saw the home team recording a sensational win against a very experienced Hart Common NWSL team.
Mike Purvis and Dave Atherton had a great game against Paul Rushby and Nigel Nettlefield securing a close 1 up win for the home pair.
Next, Dave Jenkins and Martin Jones recorded a 5 & 4 win against Glyn Crank and John Armstrong.
Third out Tony Robinson Roy Cunliff suffered the same fate as Glyn and John losing by the same score 5 & 4 against Steve Parsley and Mark Pritchard.
Ian Childs and Keith Roby also had a creditable win 5 & 3 against ever present Tom Aspey and Tony Whitehead.
Andy Postlethwaite and Bernard Ingham had the best winning margin against Eddie Tomlinson and Damian Walshe recording a 6 & 4 win.
Last out saw Dave Ward and Peter Lawson took part in a close match against Stewart Brooks and Chris Radcliffe managing a 1 up win.
This result elevates Deanwood GC to the top of the league table.
Deanwood GC 12 points v Hart Common GC 0 points
Hindley Hall GC v Wilpshire GC Tuesday 16th June
Clear sky and warm weather greeted players at parkland Hindley Hall GC, with Brendan Barrett performing miracles in gathering 12 players for the match.
First out, Keith Stokes and Kev Leyland took on reliable John Glyn and Jack Taylor with the home pair recording a creditable 3 & 2 win.
Gary Matthews and Ken Duxbury playing Lenny Gillett and Gerry Girvan, Gary had to give 11 shots to Gerry, but the home team prevailed winning 2 up, close match.
Third out saw Dave Sheffield and Paul Mercer up against in form Kev Young with Ken Craven. Very close handicaps but the home team ran out winners 6 & 5.
Next, Benson and Hughes (no first names Gazza), played against Brian Clews and Paul Hunter with a creditable 3 & 2 win for the home side.
Colin Jones and League President Andrew Skeat entertained Wayne Howarth and Brendan Barrett with the visitors being the only pair to secure a half and a point.
Colin White and Andy Derbyshire took on stalwarts of the League in Dave Hawsworth and Phil Burgess, taking no prisoners in a 6 & 5 win. Great to see Phil Burgess playing again after a long period of illness.
This result leapfrogs local rivals Hart Common GC to become League Leaders.
Hindley Hall GC 11 points v Wilpshire GC 1 point
I am pleased to announce the new President of the NWSL for 2026 is Anthoney Skeat
We all look forward to his jokes and stories!
Deanwood GC v Hindley Hall GC 11th June 2026
There were to be three games today, but unfortunately the weather forecast was correct with heavy and intermittent rain throughout the day. Two of the three games were being rearranged apart from Dean Wood, Adrian Brown explains:
When the team from Hindley arrived, the weather was a little adverse to say the least.
Several wanted to cancel but after a course inspection by both captains and a vote it was decided to continue.
With the aid of squeegees for the greens, preferred lies through the green and taking the bunkers out of play we completed 18 holes despite the rain never stopping. The course held up well even in the rainy conditions and a hearty curry helped all to get warm again.
First out Dave Jenkins and Bernard Ingham secured a great start for the home team with a 6 & 5 win against visitors Colin White and Alan Derbyshire.
Next senior organiser of Deanwood Adrian Brown partnered Frank Brocklehurst to record another emphatic win 6 & 4 against Graham Rigby and Dennis Sheffield.
The third game ended in a draw between Ray Dee and Martin Jones and Hindley pair of Keith Stokes and Kev Leyland.
Then came the surge by Hindley Hall with, first Sid Casey and Andy Postlethwaite succumbed to Keith Aspey and Phil Mercer play but only by 3 & 1.
Ian Childs and Gary Haley had a close match against Glynn Jones and Anthoney Skeet (new President of the League) losing out by one to the Hindley boys.
Last out, Harry Milligan and Mark Pritchard played against Gary Mathews and Bryn Hill with the away pair recording a 3 & 1 win. With the new 75% difference Gazza was only giving away 7 shots!
Deanwood GC 5 points v Hindley Hall GC 10 points.
Hart Common GC v Mytton Fold - 9th June 2026
The commoners awaited the arrival of Mytton Fold GC eager to get their first game under their belt. Hart Commons team having an average Index of 13.8 Compared to Mytton Fold whose average index was 20.1 fielding 8 players whose Indexes where 20.4 and above, the commoners thinking they would have a battle ahead, giving away 66 shots. Total shots Hart Common would get was 23 compared to Mytton Fold 89. The game was played in a great spirit and the weather was fine.
1st Match
Eric Dawber (0) & John Armstrong (0) of Hart Common beat Peter Main (5) & Rupert Frost (4) 5&3.
2nd Match:
Roy Smith (0) & Nigel Nettlefield (7) of Hart Common beat Peter Sharp (11) & Dave Pennington (11) 4&3.
3rd Match:
Tony Robinson (0) & Kevin Sykes (5) of Hart Common lost to Gary Aldred (4) & Phil Chadwick (8) 2 Down.
4th Match:
Tom Aspey (0) & Tony Whitehead (6) of Hart Common beat Frank Nickson (10) & Mick Mahon (10) 3&2.
5th Match:
Stewart Brooks (0) & Chris Radcliffe (4) of Hart Common beat Geoff Holton (8) & Angus Bar (8) 8&6.
6th Match:
Les Goodier (0) & Phil Hawker (1) of Hart Common beat John Hindle (5) & Tony Monks (5) 4&3.
Overall score: 5 to 1
Hart Common GC 10pts Mytton Fold GC 3 pts
Mytton Fold GC v Wilpshire GC 4th June 2026
Whilst players assembled at Mytton Fold it was clear from the weather that there would be no play as the rain was relentless. The game has been rearranged for Thursday 10th September.
Mersey Valley GC v Longridge GC 4th June 2026
David Richardson writing his first NWSL report:
For their inaugural home league match Mersey Valley welcomed Longridge.
Weather on the day being very blustery with occasional squally showers making playing conditions very challenging. Despite this, both teams produced some enterprising golf.
Handicaps for both teams were very competitive, meaning all but one game being decided by the last 1 or 2 holes.
After the match, windswept players were greeted by Chef Jim's exceptional fish &chips followed by strawberry meringue.
Result: Mersey Valley 3 games. Longridge: 3 games.
League points: Mersey Valley GC 6points v Longridge GC: 9points.
Valley looks forward to receiving their next visitors, Hurlston Hall, on 11th June.
Wilpshire GC v Deanwood GC 3rd June 2026
Weather forecast for Langho and Wilpshire was not good with intermittent rain forecast for the whole day. However, the weather was actually kind to the players with only one shower during play.
First match saw John Glynn and Jack Taylor with a 3 & 2 win in what was a very close game against visitors Steve Parsley and Jon Millward, the latter giving up to four shots to the other players.
Next, Paul Wareing (sporting a very smart new beard) and Roger Hetherington were up against Gary Haley and David Sim. Although Paul was giving the shots the home pair ran out winners 2 & 1.
Loveable Yorkshire man Richard Dawson and former HSBC bank manager, Captain and President Paul Hunter didn’t do quite as well as the preceding players, losing 2 & 1to Ronnie Cannon and Ray Dee. Both Ronnie and Richard were giving the shots here.
Paul Gilston and Gerry Girvan restored home pride by winning 5 & 4 against Paul Latham and Dougie Ashall.
Ever reliable pairing of Ken Craven and Tom Finn came unstuck against Bernard Ingham and Andy Postlethwaite, losing 2 & 1 in what was a tight encounter.
Last to play the now proud owner of a posh Porsche after ice skating his beloved Jaguar off the bypass to West Yorkshire to the scrapyard he and Brendan Barrett used their local knowledge to overcome Ian Childs and Peter Lawson 3 & 2.
Dean Wood are a great asset to the League, not only in their playing abilities but more importantly a great group of guys.
Wilpshire GC 8 points v Dean Wood GC 6 points
Hurlston Hall GC v Hart Common GC 1st June 2026
Derek Doyle writes:
Evening Nigel hope you are well
The result today of a closely competed match are:
Hurlston Hall 6pts Hart Common 9 pts
It was a match played in the true spirit of the game with both teams winning 3 matches each Course and catering were the best and the bad weather was mostly avoided apart from the last groups 5 and 6 who caught it on the last few holes
Big win from our Rod Duvall and James Milner winning 6/5 against Dave Smith and Eric Mullen and congrats to Tony Robinson and Kev Sykes winning 4/3 against our top team of Ian Tolman and John Williams
Best wishes Nigel regards Derek
Deanwood GC v Longridge GC – 28th May
I remember the last time Longridge GC lost the opening start to a season; 29th May 2024 at Wilpshire GC, losing by one point. This was different, the results:
Dave Jenkins/Derek Jolly overcame Martin Grey/John Cheadle (who received 11 shots) with a resounding win 5&4.
Second out Mike Purvis/Keith Roby again, were winning for the home side, although a much tighter game against Andrew Moreton/Ged Dewhurst with a one up result.
Next, Steve Parsley/Mark Pritchard played against ever present’s Andrew Tilotson/Trevor Walker with the home side recording a creditable 4 & 2 win.
David Sim/Gary Haley, playing against Roger Cain/Ged Forrest had no idea that they were up against serial winners from the League Champions losing 3&2, in what was a great game.
Andy Postlethwaite/Peter Lawson recorded a great 2 up win against ever present’s Dave Carling/Bill Conn.
Finally, Dougie Ashall/Paul Latham completed the home team winning ways with a tight 1 up win against Dave Kelley/Keith Horam.
So, a resounding win for Dean Wood.
Deanwood GC 10 points Longridge GC 3 points.
Hindley Hall GC v Hurlston Hall GC - 19th May.
First match result of the season saw Ken Finch and Keith Aspey defeat Derek Doyle and Leigh McEvoy 3/2. Dennis Sheffield and Graham Rigby suffered a defeat against new Hurlston Hall Seniors organiser Andy Cadley and partner John Williams.
Sean Nolan and Tom Tolman also were unbeaten for Hurlston Hall with a credited draw against Keith Stokes and Kevin Leyland.
Colin White and Mick Lowe restored winning ways for the home side with a one up win against Chris Orritt and Gary Almond.
Glynn Jones and Anthoney Skeat recorded a 3/2 win over ever-present players Ray Moses and Chris Lawless.
Finally, Gary Matthews and Alan Frost recorded a half against Peter Gaunt and Andy Hall.
Result Hindley Hall GC 8 points v Hurlston Hall GC 5 points
Hart Common GC v Mersey Valley GC - 19th May
Great report following from Tabu star Tony Robinson:
The commoners eagerly awaited the arrival of new boys Mersey Valley. Hart Commons team having an average Index of 13.8
Compared to Mersey Valley whose average index was13.7, the difference being only 0.1 would indicate that this could be a well fought out match.
The Total shots Hart Common would get was 40 compared to Mersey Valley 40 no difference. The game was played in a great spirit and from the good time we had would indicate that Mersey Valley would settle well in the league.
1st Match
Tony Robinson (4) & Chris Radcliffe (11) of Hart Common beat S. Ogilvie (2) & Ged Forrest (0) 3&2.
2nd Match:
Mark Dacre (0) & Phil Hawker (7) of Hart Common beat A. Robinson (2) & P. Bennett (3) 4&3.
3rd Match:
Steve Edmonds (0) & John Armstrong (5) of Hart Common lost to C. Hardman (4) & P. Connor (6) 2&1.
4th Match:
Dave Smith (0) & Eric Dawber (5) of Hart Common beat J. Kayes (5) & T. Newall 5) 4&3
5th Match:
Kevin Sykes (0) & Nigel Nettlefield (2) of Hart Common lost to S. Prendergast (2) & M. Peters (4) 3&2.
6th Match:
Chris Mugan (2) & Tony Whitehead (4) of Hart Common beat D. Richardson (0) & K. Weston (7) 6&5.
Overall score: 4 to 2
Hart Common GC 8pts Mersey Valley GC 6 pts
Conclusion:
Although Mersey Valley lost if they had turned one of their losses around it would have been a win for Mersey Valley.
Annual General Meeting at Mytton Fold GC 14th May 2026
The meeting was opened at 9:30am with apologies from Gary Mathews and David Richardson.
There were no challenges to the Secretary nor any new proposals.
Concerns from the Administrator as to the absence of teams from two Clubs and it should be reminded to those absent is that the two events of the year, apart from the events, help funds to the Clubs awarded Presidency for the year. It is a requirement for all Clubs to attend.
The accounts were presented, now showing a surplus following a difficult financial period. Eight Clubs make all the difference and we welcome Mersey Valley GC to the League.
AGM Golf
Sixty-two players braved the elements with good weather to start, but with a poor forecast for later in the day. We weren’t to be disappointed, when we had to suspend play for a short period, but resumed and after a card play-off 88 points sealed the win, Ronnie Dee (DW), Chris Lawless (HH), Dave Smith (HC) and Andrew Tillitson (L) being the recipients of cash prizes.
Second were Stephen Golding (MF), Dave Williamson (HH), G Haley (DW) and Keith Horam (L).
Third were Mick Mahon (MF), John Cheedle (L), Martin Iserwood (HH) and Adrian Brown (DW).