Winter is over. The hardier Camerton and Peasedown Croquet Club players have battled through the season’s storms and emerged once again, hoping to steal a few hoops from their opponents this year.
Now their revitalised lawns are verdant and even, ready for the fine-weather players, and Alice’s Flamingos, to re-emerge and enjoy a rejuvenating spring.
Be pro-active too. Jump at the opportunity to join the club’s five-week Beginners’ Course, starting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, 8th April through to Sunday, 13th May – excluding Sunday, 15th April. Don’t worry if you can’t make all five Sundays, comprehensive notes are provided, as well as ample time to practice already-covered or missed topics with the club’s five qualified coaches. By the end of the first session, you will be well into experiencing the buzz of the game.
During the five two-and-a-half-hour sessions, you will discover golf croquet is not only a game of skill, but also surprisingly tactical. But don’t worry, you will be taught all its intricacies in the friendly environment of the club. The whole course is laced with free tea or coffee, and with the use of the club’s own equipment, you can’t afford to miss this opportunity! All they ask is to wear flat soled shoes, like trainers. Many of the last year’s course members are now avid players, like David Christie, who won the club’s fun-packed 64 Challenge Handicap Tournament in October that drew many from around the Southwest.
If, after being smitten by the new sport, you decide to join CPCC, your course fees will be fully refunded. For more information, ring: 01225 708540 and ask for Brian, or ring: 01225 427525 and ask for Ros.
Malcolm Evans