OB Golf Society
The main raison d’etre of the Society is to field a team to compete in the Halford Hewitt Competition, the world’s largest amateur foursomes golf tournament held every April at the Royal St George’s and Royal Cinque Ports Golf Clubs in Kent.
About OB Golf Society
The Golf Society is the Old Bedfordians Club’s oldest sporting society, with a proud history of competition in prestigious tournaments. Notably, the Society has taken part in the Halford Hewitt for many years, reaching the Plate Final in 2023 and advancing to the Final the following year. It also competes in the Grafton Morrish and Mellin competitions, the latter being the flagship event for players over 55, held annually in May and July.
Beyond these major tournaments, the Society offers a full calendar of events for subscribing members. These include competitive matches against traditional rivals such as Bedford Modern and Oundle, friendly fixtures like the School Boys match and Foundation Day, as well as the Spring and Autumn Meetings. These gatherings take place at a variety of parkland and links courses, including Little Aston, Woburn, and Sheringham, offering members both challenge and camaraderie.
The Society is the only one to have a subscription, due on the 1st February every year, which mainly goes towards funding the entry fee for the Halford Hewitt. However, these are small and details are as follows:
- Members aged over 25: £20 per annum
- Members aged under 25: £10 per annum
The Society is always keen to hear from new and prospective members and is looking to grow so if you are interested in joining or would like more information, please contact the Secretary.
Officers
- President: Anthony Ormerod (47-57)
- Captain: Jeremy Woodrow (83-93)
- Secretary, Vice Captain: Tom Langley-Poole (96-06)
tom.langley-poole@aon.com.
Upcoming Events
- 9 – 12 April 2026 – Halford Hewitt – The Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club and The Royal St. George’s Golf Club. We have drawn Cheltenham at 08:20 on Thursday 9th April at Royal Cinque Ports. Official practice days are Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th April. Those selected to play in the Halford Hewitt will be contacted by Henry Wilson. Supporters welcome!
- Sunday 26 April 2026 – Spring Meeting at Royal Worlington
Maximum of 24 players. Student members who are not wage earners are invited to a free place at this meeting. The format of the day is singles a.m. and a draw for partners foursomes p.m. Meeting organizer is Tom Langley-Poole (tom.langley-poole@aon.com). - Sunday 17 May 2026 – Grafton Morrish Qualifying – Gog Magog GC
Practice day Saturday 16th May. Team of 6. Let the organizer know if you wish to be considered and have a handicap of 8 or better. Grafton organizer is Henry Wilson – email: henrywilson07@aol.co.uk. - Sunday 21 June 2026 – OB Week Summer Meeting and Match v School – Woburn GC
Team of 12. Meet at 12:00 for 12:30 lunch followed by golf on the Dukes Course. Further details will be sent nearer the time to those who tick the box. Meeting organizer is Jeremy Woodrow – email: jdwoodrow1975@gmail.com - 24-26 June 2026 – Mellin Trophy – West Hill GC
Any member aged over 55 with a handicap 9 or better should tick the relevant box if they wish to be considered for selection. We also need two pairs over 65 and a pair over 75 to represent us in the Veteran Mellin events (handicaps not so important). Event Organiser is Mark Orchart – email: mark.orchart@btinternet.com - Wednesday 29 July 2026 – Indoor Simulator At Pitch Soho, London
Trial social event for this year. 6pm-8pm. Aiming to get 12-16 players to book 3-4 bays. Any member welcome. Meeting organizer is Tom Langley-Poole – email: tom.langley-poole@aon.com. - Sunday 20 September 2026 – Autumn Meeting/Henderson Trophy – Woburn GC
Maximum of 24 players. Student members who are not wage earners are invited to a free place at this meeting. We need at least one Woburn member per fourball, so Woburn members are particularly welcome. Meet 11:15 for 11:30 brunch followed by team and individual stableford competition from 12:57 on the Dukes Course. Meeting organizer is Tom Langley-Poole – email: tom.langley-poole@aon.com. The AGM will take place over lunch. - 16 – 18 October 2026 – Grafton Morrish Finals – Hunstanton GC/Royal West Norfolk GC – if qualified.
- Wednesday 4 November 2026 – Indoor Simulator At Pitch Soho, London
Trial social event for this year. 6pm-8pm. Aiming to get 12-16 players to book 3-4 bays. Any member welcome. Meeting organizer is Tom Langley-Poole – email: tom.langley-poole@aon.com.
