PICS ADDED of GCA day-trip to Painswick

[Scott Warren]

After reading the threads and seeing the pics of Painswick, I noticed on the way to the cheese rolling in Gloucester today that our bus drove within a few hundred yards of the course, and now I must play there immediately!!

The train from Paddington to Stroud takes 90 minutes and costs about £20-25 and a taxi from the station is a tenner or so. I suppose it'd be a similar driving time. The current green fee is £19 on a Saturday (no visitors on Sundays) or £17.50 midweek. So it's a £50 day out, or thereabouts.

Anyone interested? If so, are you a more likely starter on a weekday or Saturday?

[Bill_McBride]

I've been there twice and would gladly join you if I weren't at home in Florida.    Painswick is the ultimate cool course. 

The first time I played there we flew from Edinburgh to Heathrow, rented a car and drove out, and I think it was over 2 hours.  The train sounds a good bit faster.

You could most likely get a game if you went out alone on a Saturday morning as the members are very friendly.

Enjoy, it's a unique golf experience.

[ed_getka]

Scott,
   I would love to join you, but the Atlantic Ocean is in the way. The funkiest course I've ever played. Don't expect great conditions, but there are some really cool holes out there, the views from the top are amazing, and the people are super friendly. I'm pretty sure the first fairway will be the steepest you have ever driven UP. Many moons ago there was a fortress on the high point of the land you will play over. Just to play golf on the site of a fortress is WAY cool in my book. I would love to hear your thoughts on the experience after you play.

[Andrew Mitchell]

I'm intrigued to see Painswick having read so much about it on here but even though I have the advantage on Bill and Ed in living in the same country as Painswick I'm afraid Yorkshire is still too far for a day trip 

[Scott Warren]

Andrew: cheap rooms at the pub on Stroud... could always have my arm twisted to make it a Friday/Saturday expidition. Could get 54 holes in easily!

[Adrian_Stiff]

Andrew: cheap rooms at the pub on Stroud... could always have my arm twisted to make it a Friday/Saturday expidition. Could get 54 holes in easily!

We do a deal at The Players Club, that could include Painswick, 3 rounds of golf 2 nights accomadation £149. For GCA's I can probably get inside that price if you include minchinhampton Old course too (quite like Painswick in places) the accomadation is quite central to all three courses. www.theplayersgolfclub.com then click on stay and play banner.

[Scott Warren]

With Buda looming in four months, two nights away is probably stretching the friendship with both the boss and The Boss

[Andrew Mitchell]

With Buda looming in four months, two nights away is probably stretching the friendship with both the boss and The Boss

Likewise

[Scott Warren]

Mr Arble and I have agreed on a Painswick visit for June 13.

Any other takers?

[Rich Goodale]

Scott

Like others, I'd love to, but it is a Spaghetti Junction too far....

Please try to beat some sense into Mr. Arble's head when you're there.

Rich

[Andrew Mitchell]

Mr Arble and I have agreed on a Painswick visit for June 13.

Any other takers?

I'll have to say no I'm afraid but I look forward to Sean's photo tour.

[Scott Warren]

I hadn't thought of that, Andrew. I can give my camera a rest for a change safe in the knowledge a professional is on the job!

[James Boon]

Scott,

I'm hoping to be down at my inlaws who live near Swindon that weekend. I was about to send Sean a message to see if he fancied a round at Burnham, but as I'm just having a look on here for the first time in a few day and discovered a, your Painswick plans, and b, Sean will be with you, if you don't mind I'll come along as well assuming there is still room? Send me a PM if this is okay?

Cheers,

James

[Sean_A]

Scott,

I'm hoping to be down at my inlaws who live near Swindon that weekend. I was about to send Sean a message to see if he fancied a round at Burnham, but as I'm just having a look on here for the first time in a few day and discovered a, your Painswick plans, and b, Sean will be with you, if you don't mind I'll come along as well assuming there is still room? Send me a PM if this is okay?

Cheers,

James

James

We are set for 11:30 on 13 June - though I may push it forward to 11ish once Scott confirms his exact train time.  You are more than welcome.  If anybody else would like to come shout out.

Ciao

[James Boon]

Sean,

Excellent. Keep me informed.

Scott,

Is your train to Stroud? As I'll be driving from the south, I could take a detour to Stroud if you need picking up from the station there?

Anyone else fancy joining us, here is a taster... http://golfclubatlas.com/forum/index.php/topic,35805.0/

Cheers,

James

[Scott Warren]

The train I am planning to get hits Stroud at 9.30am. Will be buying my ticket today. A lift from the station would be great. Sean had already offered, but if it's on your way...

[Robin_Hiseman]

Scott

I'd like to join you if it's OK.  Not played Painswick since the GCA Ryder Cup 4 years ago, so a return is long overdue.  I also pass through Stroud on my way in, so could easily pick you up from the station.  Will also be good to catch up with Sean and to meet yourself and James for the first time.

[Bill_McBride]

Scott

I'd like to join you if it's OK.  Not played Painswick since the GCA Ryder Cup 4 years ago, so a return is long overdue.  I also pass through Stroud on my way in, so could easily pick you up from the station.  Will also be good to catch up with Sean and to meet yourself and James for the first time.

But will the BBC be there?  And Robin, will you ever forget Dahlia's ode at the banquet?  That was a truly memorable event!

[Scott Warren]

Scott

I'd like to join you if it's OK.  Not played Painswick since the GCA Ryder Cup 4 years ago, so a return is long overdue.  I also pass through Stroud on my way in, so could easily pick you up from the station.  Will also be good to catch up with Sean and to meet yourself and James for the first time.

Absolutely, that would be great. I'll drop Sean a PM and tell him we now have a full group.

Can't wait to meet you all.

[Robin_Hiseman]

Scott

That's great.  Painswick is truly one of a kind.  Let's hope for a good, clear day, so we get the full view from the top of the beacon.

Bill:  I still have the poem at home!  And let's not forget that ITV had a film crew there too.  I've got the news report on tape.  It was all rather surreal, but certainly the best golf outing I have ever been on.

[Bill_McBride]

Scott

That's great.  Painswick is truly one of a kind.  Let's hope for a good, clear day, so we get the full view from the top of the beacon.

Bill:  I still have the poem at home!  And let's not forget that ITV had a film crew there too.  I've got the news report on tape.  It was all rather surreal, but certainly the best golf outing I have ever been on.

And I still have my Painswick tie that my brother bought me for the banquet!  Look for the melting Dali-esque clock that Rich Goodale arranged for the clubhouse, it's very appropriate!

[Scott Warren]

This round is very quickly moving into something for the "anticipation" thread. Been stalking James' pics. Though I tend to forget what to look for when I actually get to a course, cos I get so into each hole as I play it. I actually walked onto the 6th tee at St Enodoc thinking how lucky I was to save par on the 5th after hitting wedge when I meant to grab a 9i, looked up and - despite being all alone - exclaimed "holy sh!t!!" when I saw the Himalaya bunker. I love moments like that.

Having been in the vicinty just last Monday, I remember how dramatic the land was. Should be a great day.

[Scott Warren]

Five sleeps to go!

You guys all still good for this?

[Robin_Hiseman]

Scott
Provided my old Alfa Romeo doesn't break down, i'll be there.  Let me know if you need a pick up from Stroud.

Enjoy New Zealand tomorrow.  I played there yesterday evening with a couple of colleagues courtesy of our good friend, Richard Pennell and it was tremendous fun. 

[Scott Warren]

Thanks Robin. I've PMd James about a lift from Stroud. If he can't do it, I'll let you know.