The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on the 30th July 2025 may be found in the Members Only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
All full members are invited to a member information evening tomorrow at 6.30pm.
Capital Planning Overview – Tuesday 29th July at 18:30
We will be presenting a summary of the capital planning exercise undertaken over the past 12 months. This will include a look at our asset register, replacement planning methodology, and a forward view of future capital needs across the Club.
This session is part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and member involvement in key decisions. We will hope you will join us as it is a great opportunity to learn more about the Club.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on the 26th June 2025 may be found in the Members Only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there. The Committee discussed amongst other matters –
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on the 15th May 2025 may be found in the Members Only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there. The Committee discussed amongst other matters –
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 26th February may be found in the Members Only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there. The Committee discussed
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 30th January may be found in the Members Only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there. The Committee discussed
Nicki Reader: European Club Managers Association Level 1 Success
St Enodoc Golf Club’s Deputy General Manager, Nicki, attended the European Club Manager’s Association Level 1 Course last month.
The course is completed over 5 days and covers a broad overview of subjects from Club Governance, to Marketing, to Strategic Planning.
Nicki passed the course with flying colours and was one of two delegates on the course to achieve 100% on her test at the end of the week..
Congratulations Nicki!
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 21st November may be found in the Members Only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
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November 2024, Cornwall, UK: The James Braid-designed Church Course at St Enodoc Golf Club in Cornwall, England has been awarded fifth spot in Golf World’s recently launched ‘Value for Money’ Ranking for its GB&I Top 100 golf courses.
This high position serves as a huge feather in the cap of the golf club which was established back in 1890, especially as the north Cornish championship links is in esteemed company with Silloth on Solway, Machrihanish, Royal St David’s and the Championship Course at Cruden Bay securing the top four slots.
“St Enodoc is pleased to have achieved such a high position in Golf World’s ‘Value for Money’ in GB&I ranking and proud to be in the top five alongside such elite courses,” comments George Tunbridge, General Manager.
“St Enodoc takes pride in providing an exceptional golf and social experience for all. From the warm welcome on arrival to a relaxing post-round drink in the clubhouse, we want every visitor to enjoy their time here as much as the challenge of our championship links course. Guided by the expertise of world-renowned course architect Tom Doak, we continue to invest in our course and strive to maintain our reputation as one of the finest golf clubs in Great Britain and Ireland.”
The opening hole of the Church Course at St Enodoc
Editor Chris Bertram, who put together the Golf World ranking based on 2024 green fees, explains the method he and colleagues employed to define the term, ‘Value for Money’.
“Playing courses on our GB&I Top 100 list can be very expensive and that’s what got me thinking – what *is* value, which of our greatest courses offer most of it, and therefore if you’re going to treat yourself to a game at a GB&I Top 100 course, where should you go?” Chris says.
“Value is not cheap, or budget, or bargain, or low-cost. It is getting the most for your money. So to try and pinpoint the elite courses that offer the best value, an overall monetary value was calculated which incorporated both cost and course quality. The courses could then be listed in value order.”
An expert in the compilation of golf course rankings, three trends jumped out at Bertram, one of which was the exceptional value for money offered by two south west of England tracks, one being St Enodoc and the other being Saunton (East Course) which both charge £150 per round in peak season.
Add to these revered links, Burnham & Berrow at 13th on the list with a £150 green fee and Royal North Devon for an “impossible-to-ignore £120” that comes in at number 40, a trip to the south west to play this set of tracks is irresistible.
These courses (plus Trevose) make up the Atlantic Links, a collection of championship links courses in South West England that has firmly established itself as one of the UK’s premier golfing destinations.
“What I hope is that this Top 100 shows even the very best courses in our islands – which are some of the very best courses in the world – are available for much more affordable fees. They are not cheap, but for the quality of golf, lots of them are exceptionally good value,” adds Bertram.
Aerial shot of the Church Course at St Enodoc Golf Club
Indeed the fact that St Enodoc’s green fee will rise by just £10 per person in peak season in 2025 will preserve the club’s position at the top of the country’s value for money courses.
In addition to the Church Course which is regularly recognised as one of the top championship links courses in England, St Enodoc is also home to the Holywell Course, a shorter and less challenging layout compared to the main course so ideal for juniors, beginners and higher-handicap golfers.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 24th October may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 28th August may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
Ladies, Men, Seniors, Super-Seniors, Juniors, Office Staff, two labradors and a spaniel turned out in the rain at 0700 today to support William Smith and his greenkeepers on a 3 hour session of divotting. In just under three hours literally thousands of divots on eighteen holes of the Church course were repaired. Lots of chat and banter was enjoyed and the sun come out ! General Manager George Tunbridge and William Smith thanked all those who worked and invited them to a full English Breakfast upstairs in the restaurant.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 25th July may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The Management Committee –
“Golf Monthly” magazine has just published a lengthy interview held with George Tunbridge our youthful General Manager who was appointed to the position in February 2024 after having been at the Club since July 2023. It is no secret to say that the Management Committee are delighted with the appointment and with the fresh approach George brings to the position. The full article may be read here
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 27th June may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The Management Committee
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 30th May may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The Management Committee
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 25th April may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
Prior to the Meeting the Committee welcomed Past Captain and Chairman David Elliott and who addressed the Committee. Mr Elliottt expressed concerns about the implementation of the Doak Report. A summary of Mr Elliott’s remarks may be found in an Appendix to the Minutes. Amongst other matters the Committee discussed –
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 28th March may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.The Committee received reports on
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 21st February may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The driving range will be closed on the 14th and 15th March for essential maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
St Enodoc Golf Club in Rock, has appointed George Tunbridge as its General Manager.
George joined the club last July as Deputy General Manager (Operations) and was quickly promoted to interim General Manager when the incumbent GM departed at the end of last year.
During this time, George has played a pivotal role in enhancing member experiences, nurturing a sense of community, and upholding the highest standards of service and professionalism. This, plus his unwavering commitment to St. Enodoc’s values and his fresh approach to club management earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and members alike, meant that he was always a front runner for the full position of General Manager.
“It is with great pleasure that I announce the promotion of George Tunbridge to the position of General Manager of St Enodoc Golf Club. Following his period as interim General Manager and thorough consideration, George emerged as the perfect candidate to lead our club into a new era of excellence,” said Martin Trees, Club Chairman.
“Whilst George’s journey at St Enodoc has been relatively short, he has consistently demonstrated exemplary dedication, leadership, and a deep understanding of the ethos that defines our club. His passion for our beloved game of golf, coupled with a relentless pursuit of operational excellence, has been instrumental in shaping our club’s recent developments,” he concluded.
Despite only being at St Enodoc for just over six months, George already feels a deep connection to the club whilst his forward-thinking mindset positions him perfectly to navigate the opportunities and challenges that come with managing a club that boasts one of the top links courses in England.
George was recently awarded a CMAE management diploma and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Sport Management from Bournemouth University. In addition to an extensive knowledge and love of the game, he is a three-time club champion across two clubs and currently enjoys a handicap of +1.
George, who was previously at The Berkshire Golf Club commented –
“I am very grateful for the opportunity to be the General Manager of St Enodoc. I would like to thank the Management Committee, membership, and staff for all the support I have received from the Club since I arrived in July 2023. It is a very special team and Club to be a part of.
Since starting at St Enodoc, I have enjoyed playing both of our courses greatly. The Church Course is a fantastic, and sometimes brutal, examination of your game while the Holywell is a brilliant compliment of shorter holes which is a wonderful asset for the Club. I have also enjoyed the company of several members whilst playing both courses and have tried to be a regular face on Saturday for the Competition, as well as representing the Club in the Cornwall Team Championship, where we have made the final! It is great to have met so many members and be part of this fantastic team.
Whilst appreciative of St Enodoc’s fascinating past, I am incredibly excited for the future direction of the Club. We have both a Management and Captain’s Committee that work tirelessly for the best interest of the membership. This, supported by staff who go above and beyond day-in and day-out to help us in our pursuit of excellence. I hope to represent the Club well moving forward and take a huge amount of pride in now being the General Manager of St Enodoc.”
Golf Monthly magazine has recently featured a piece on what they consider are iconic golf club logos. The abstract above is taken from the article. The full text may be seen here https://www.golfmonthly.com/features/from-sleepy-hollow-to-st-enodoc-10-of-our-favourite-golf-club-crests-from-the-uk-and-usa
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 17th January may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 28th November may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 26th October may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
Amongst other matters the Committee discussed
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 28th September may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there.
Amongst other matters the Committee discussed
In the winter of 2019 storms destroyed our beach side fencing at Daymer Bay. A failure to understand how to protect the dune and assist in it’s recovery could have threatened the 11th green, the 12th tee and the SW Coast Path. The Management Committee sought expert advice on the most appropriate mitigation measures. Following a comprehensive study and having obtained the necessary consents new fencing was installed in the spring of 2020. The design of this aims to trap wind blown sand and to restore the face of the dune whilst simultaneously resisting winter storms. These storms can be severe and one such sadly destroyed the fence of our northerly neighbour with a loss of sand dune. This can be seen in the photo above. (Photo courtesy of our Member Jenny Justice) The pair of photos below compare the state of the dune in August 2022 with August 2023. The photos show stability at the foot of the dune and complete recovery from the winter storms. This seems to be a consistent pattern as the photos are similar to those taken in 2021. The marram is slowly spreading and there is new (this year) growth of what looks like sea buckthorn. This is good news as the roots will help bind the face and the foliage will trap wind-blown sand.
BBC Cornwall recently reported that Cornish Choughs have had a successful breeding season and were spreading further along the North Cornwall coastline. Our Member Simon Marquis, a member of the British Trust for Ornithology, spotted these Choughs (top photo) on the 16th fairway recently. Let us hope they feel welcome and stay around.
The Minutes of a meeting of the Management Committee held on 27th July 2023 may be found in the Members only Meeting Notes archive under the “Information” tab. On the main menu of the website click on “Members” then “Virtual Club House”, click on the “Information” tab, click on “Committee Minutes & other notices” and the Minutes may be found there. Decisions and updates taken on various matters including 2024 Green Fees, Visitor Experience, Kitchen Refurbishment and Strategy for Finance are minuted