Stourbridge Golf Club Brochure 2017

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BROMSGROVE SCHOOL FOUNDED 1553

Outstanding Education for Children aged 3 - 18 “The standard and range of sports is outstanding.”

“A very wide range of activities on offer.” and “Bromsgrove inhabits the academic stratosphere” The Good Schools Guide

ISI Inspection 2016 - excellent in every category Outstanding results at A level and IB. Set in 100 acres of beautiful tree-lined parkland.

One of the UK’s leading co-educational day and boarding Schools.

Please contact Admissions to arrange an indivdual visit.

720 pupils aged 2 - 13, 950 pupils aged 13 - 18 Telephone: 01527 579679 Email: admissions@bromsgrove-school.co.uk Bromsgrove School Worcester Road Bromsgrove B61 7DU

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Contents 05 06 08 11 12 13

The Captains’ Welcome History The Course Practice Facilities The Clubhouse Social Events

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Wedding & Functions Business Meetings Pro Shop & Tuition Junior Golf Open Competitions Visitors & Societies

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Hole By Hole Guide Membership 1892 Club Testimonials Contact Us

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The Captains’ Welcome As we celebrate our 125th Anniversary in 2017, we extend a very warm welcome to our members, visitors and guests at Stourbridge Golf Club. We pride ourselves in providing a friendly hospitable atmosphere where members and visitors can experience the enjoyment of playing our course, along with high quality bar & catering facilities.

Over the past 4 years, the club has invested heavily in the golf course. A positive vision for future development, new machinery & highly professional Green Staff have seen the course transformed into a highly desirable “playing experience.” This in turn has resulted in a full playing membership at the club.

Investment in the Clubhouse has included a complete refurbishment of the kitchen, taking our food provision in-house and to a higher level and developing a Bar & Catering team led by our Hospitality Manager & Head Chef. We are able to provide a wide range of food from bar snacks to any event requiring a more formal approach to the culinary delights required by our clientele.

A diary of events has been planned to take place throughout 2017 to celebrate our 125th Anniversary. These events include a “Hickory Golf Day” & Four Corner matches against our local “1892” golf clubs. These and many other events aim to celebrate

the heritage of our well-established golf course and acknowledge the foresight of our founders and the hard work of all the committees and members since 1892.

On behalf of all the Officers, the General Committee and members of Stourbridge Golf Club, we invite you as members, visitors & guests to join with is and enjoy the “experience” that Stourbridge Golf Club has to offer in celebration of our 125th Anniversary in 2017.

- Bob Grindley, Gill Evans

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History Stourbridge Golf Club was formed in 1892 progressing from the original 9 holes laid out on the former Pedmore racecourse to 18 holes in 1909.

The basic outline of that course remains today, measuring 6,231 yards with a standard scratch score of 70 for men and 73 for ladies. During the early 1920’s

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the club, largely through the Humphries’ family, became a leading competitor in Midland & Worcestershire golf events.

But the name of Stourbridge really came to light nationally in 1927 when Dr. William Twedell won the Amateur Championship and Eric Fiddian the Boys’ Championship.

International honours followed when Dr Tweddell was appointed Captain of the British Walker Cup team and in 1934 Eric Fiddian was selected for the Walker Cup team having won the English Amateur Championship in 1932.

In 1961, Dr. Tweddell was elected Captain of the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews.

Other members of the Stourbridge Golf Club have been involved in the administration of golf at National level.

W.C. I (Bill) Boulton as President of the English Golf Union and Denis Hayes as Chairman of the General Committee & Rules of Golf Committee of the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews.

Our Ladies section has also created their own mark by winning the Midland Championship through Miss B Laws and Miss M Fieldhouse (later to become Mrs Eric Fiddian) and many County Championships. In addition, Mrs E Baker became Chairman of the Ladies’ Golf Union and Mrs M Hayes and Mrs B Denton were both Chairman of the

English Ladies Golf Association (now EWGA).

Stourbridge Golf Club - steeped in history and highly respected at Regional & National Level.

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Stourbridge Golf Club is a challenging 18 hole course that is playable 12 months of the year with excellent drainage by being built on sand -the course is invariably open when many other courses will be closed.

We don’t have temporary greens and we play off all of our normal grassed teeing areas. Our tree lined fairways mean that every discerning golfer needs to carefully choose the golf club to do the job and our greens have a number of hidden borrows that also need careful consideration when on any of the putting surfaces.

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The course layout changed on 1st April 2014 with the previous 17th hole becoming our first; the old 18th became our second and then the 3rd hole was the old 1st hole, thereby moving every hole back two meaning that our closing hole - the 18th (which was previously the 16th) now comes in front of our clubhouse completing your round adjacent to our car parks for a quick and easy exit from the golf course.

Our signature hole is now the 4th - a par 4 with a stroke index of 1 for the Men and a par 5 with a stroke index of 13 for the Ladies.

The hole slightly dog legs left and anything sent right side of the fairway will catch one of two fairway bunkers. As you get to the green, there are four pot bunkers in front of the green so anything short will again find sand.

A stand out feature of the course are the challenging par 3’s, particularly the 12th hole which needs very careful club consideration as at 201 yards from the

stone, anything falling short of the green will find trouble.

The precise date that Stourbridge Golf Club was formed is not clear due to the loss of the earliest records. The first surviving minutes of a meeting held at the Club refers to 1892.At this time it was a nine hole course built on the old Pedmore Racecourse. Later becoming 18 holes, it is a very good test of golf even for the professional golfer - stray off the fairways at your peril!

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Practice Facilities Stourbridge Golf Club has an excellent covered and open practice facility which can be accessed from the course or via the Racecourse Lane with a pull in car parking area.

The area is complimented by a short game chipping with newly installed practice bunker area and practice putting green, plus two practice bays situated in close proximity to the first tee.

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The Clubhouse A warm and courteous welcome is always available to visitors to Stourbridge Golf Club where our Clubhouse offers something for everybody even if you just want to socialise over drinks on the patio or relax over a long lunch or leisurely evening meal.

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A fine range of traditional cask ales and a variety of fine wines and champagnes are available, all selected to compliment the traditional British foods offered.

Dishes are cooked in a simple but traditional way; grilled, smoked, roasted or marinated to enhance the flavour of the dishes. Whether it’s a casual bite to eat or

dining out for a special occasion we only use fresh seasonal locally sourced and carefully selected ingredients.

Stourbridge Golf Club Clubhouse boasts stunning views across the golf course and a memorable end of the day experience with the sun setting behind rolling hills and trees in the distance.

Social Events As well as golf we offer our members a variety of formal and relaxed social events; here we have listed just a few of the regular events appearing on our Social Calendar;

course, come along to our Quiz evenings.

Stourbridge Golf Club quizzes are as fun and challenging as our golf course, so start revising now!

Quiz Nights and Race Nights; do you know Tom Watson from Tony Jacklin, or indeed lychees from loganberries?

If you want to test your mettle against other members, and not just on the

Race nights have also been a fun way of spending an evening here at the club, whilst raising money for the Captain’s chosen charity.

Mixed golf matches and social events; Stourbridge is well renowned for its wide variety and extremely popular mixed golf competitions, matches and accompanying social occasions.

Themed supper evenings; our themed suppers have been a real success; they are a great way of meeting and socialising with other members.

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Social Events cont.

We have an array of themed nights, from Black Tie nights all the way through to Jazz Nights and everything in-between.

Every year we are fortunate enough to have a visit from Santa, with a special Sunday lunch just before Christmas great fun for the children and all the family!

Our sumptuous Sunday Carvery lunches; our Sunday lunch is a real hit with our Members. It is delicious and great value too, and you can choose to have one, two or three courses, depending on what appetite you’ve worked up.

Do remember to book for this, to avoid disappointment! Traditional and friendly

formal social functions; as a member, you shall go to the ball tonight!

Stourbridge Golf Club organises a Captains Spring Ball and New Year’s Eve celebration, with exciting live entertainment. So put on your glad rags and enjoy a grand night out. Also, we have our Club Night Dinners, with champagne, fine dining and fascinating speakers.

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“Just a note to thank you all for your help and support in planning and hosting our Vow Renewal Reception on Saturday 22nd October 2016.

Particular thanks to Julie, the Bar and Waiting Staff who were all amazing and eased our nerves and worries about the day. Our compliments go to the Chef as well for a delicious meal which all of our guests commented on the high standard of food, especially the Crème Brulee’s.”

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Weddings & Functions Our professional management team here at Stourbridge Golf Club has a wealth of experience in planning and running a host of special events.

We will be only too happy to help.

A warm and welcoming Clubhouse that enjoys some of the best scenic views around.

Whether it is a birthday party, an anniversary or just an excuse for a good old fashioned get together, we are here to help. If the mood strikes and you decide on throwing that party or wedding then look no further.

Our range of function suites can accommodate private events for up to 120 people. With a fully stocked bar and relaxing patio area, our clubhouse offers the chance to truly relax and enjoy yourself. All catering is provided in-house

and menus can be arranged to suit any budget or theme. We have a fabulous setting with plenty of convenient parking and offer comfortable and wellequipped facilities. Our range of fine food and excellent levels of customer service are second to none and all combine to give you an event to remember.

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Business Meetings Looking for meeting space; Stourbridge Golf Club is highly experienced at offering facilities for and managing the following; Seminars, Conferences, TeamBuilding, Private Meetings and Corporate Golf Events. Our high class venue provides a range of facilities allowing us to host days with the number of delegates ranging from 5 to 120.

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Pro Shop & Tuition Here at Stourbridge Golf Club, our Professionals shop lives up to its name in regards to service, organisation and customer satisfaction. No matter what scenario that the modern day golfer may find themselves in, our Professional and his assistants are here all year round to provide the ideal solution.

The shop is fronted by our long standing Professional, Mark Male, who has been with us since 1988. His

excellent knowledge of the game and his dedication to the club and the sport of Golf has earned him the Captaincy of the Worcestershire PGA County 2016-2017.

Furthermore, his coaching abilities have been highly commended by members and fellow Professionals alike. With 25 years worth of experience, Mark is able to turn his hand to any level of golfer and of any age who come to his sessions.

The Professionals Shop is the go-to place before beginning your round of golf. The shop is always open to provide refreshments to accompany you on your round of golf and practicalities such as golf balls or tees should you need to stock up. Furthermore, whether you are calling in person or by phone, the staff are always here to provide a polite and friendly service and will spare no expense in helping you with your problem.

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Pro Shop & Tuition cont.

The shop floor itself boasts a vast range of products that are perfect, practical and value for money. Not only stocking the top brands in Golf such as Nike, Footjoy & Mizuno, but also offering diverse makes that you would rarely see anywhere else in the area. In short, we can provide the perfect gift for the modern day golfer. Furthermore, we are able to offer ride-on buggies and electric or push trolleys for rent is a customer requires so.

In regards to equipment service, Mark can provide a customer with everything that they could ask for. Whether it is re-gripping clubs, re-studding shoes or repairing any make/model of golf club, Mark is the definition of ‘jack of all trades’ when it comes to golfing equipment.

Held in high regard in all aspects by the members of Stourbridge Golf Club, our Professional Shop is everything you could possibly want when joining Stourbridge Golf Club. Everyone is welcomed like a Professional.

Mark Male PGA Class ATT Professional with over 25 years experience, 2016 Worcestershire Professional Golf Assosiation Captain.

Teaching all aspects of the game, from beginner to advanced playing standards.

For enquiries and bookings, please call 01384 395566 (option 1) or email: proshop@ sgcmail.co.uk

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Junior Golf Stourbridge Golf Club has run a very successful Junior section for many years.

The section offers activities for the absolute beginner through to the low handicap your golfer.

Each week, throughout the school holidays, there are two competitions run on a Monday and a Friday. These playing competitions are open to all junior members; even those who are just starting and wish to obtain a handicap.

There are summer and winter knock out competitions and several matches against the other sections of the club.

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Junior Golf cont.

Our Club Professional offers reduced pricing for coaching Junior players on a one to one basis and runs a Junior Academy for beginners. During the summer months when we have lighter nights Mark also runs Junior Club Night on a Wednesday evening. This is open to all juniors.

Our junior team compete in the West Midland Junior League against other local clubs and competes in several trophy competitions like the Bob Osbourne Trophy and the Centenary Salver.

Other important dates through the season include: our own Junior Open, the Junior Knockout Club Championship, and the Qualtronic competition which is followed by the Prize giving evening.

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Open Competitions Stourbridge Golf Club hold a variety of different Open Competitions throughout the golfing season which always prove to be popular with entry lists including our recently introduced Winter Opens which are held on the last Friday of the month between October and March.

They are always in high demand with the opportunity to play a first class course which is always presented in a high quality condition.

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“I have played at Stourbridge Golf Club in the last few years and have always thoroughly enjoyed the course, but this year when I have played the course, it has been in absolutely fantastic condition. I would go as far as to say that when I played in the Stourbridge Pro Am in June, the greens were as good as any surfaces i have ever putted on.�

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Visitors & Societies Visitors to Stourbridge Golf Club enjoy the tranquility of the well maintained golf course which is recognised as being a great test of golfing skills with fair protection being provided by it’s tree lined fairways.

There is also a warm welcom in the traditional Clubhouse together with excellent catering and bar facilities.

Stourbridge Golf Club is a great venue for Winter Golf as we benefit from the excellent drainage resulting from the course being built on land that is predominantly sand based.

To arrange to play at Stourbridge Golf Club, please call the club on 01384 395566 (option 1) to discuss availability.

When you arrive at the club, please check

in at the Professional Shop, situated at the end of the Member’s Car Park.

Golf Societies at Stourbridge Golf Club - as you will see from the pictures in this publication and on our website, Stourbridge is a traditional golf course and it’s clubhouse reflects that as well

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We’ll stay for at least an hour; our clients like to chat.

No pop in visits or half hour calls; it’s just not done like that!

CAREGivers are matched with clients because everyone’s not the same.

Your likes, dislikes and hobbies or playing your favourite game.

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A friendly face is always there, someone chosen just for you.

So when there is a knock on that door you’ll never wonder who?

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Companionship Personal Care

Dementia Care Home Help

For part-time vacancies please call on 01562 884956. Or if you feel these services could benefit you please call on 01562 885589. www.homeinstead.co.uk/stourbridge-hagley-halesowen Each Home Instead Senior Care® franchise office is independently owned and operated.

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Visitors & Societies cont.

We are regarded as one of the top clubs visitors should put on their golfing list to play. The design of the course not only provides a wonderful arena on which to play but also a lovely walk.

An ideal experience at any time of the year with the varying colours each season brings to the course.

You will also be traversing fairways and greens many famous golfers have trod in past years - the Club has been host to a number of national competitions in it’s history, both amateur and professional.

After the golf you will be welcomed into the clubhouse where you will experience a friendly atmosphere and helpful staff.

The Dining room can accommodate 120 covers which ensures that Stourbridge is able to cater for larger parties.

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R. H. BiRd & Co.

Accountants

We are a small and friendly local firm of accountants giving helpful advice. We offer a wide variety of services from yearly financial accounts to book keeping and VAT for a variety of businesses.

Repairs & servicing We make sure that your car leaves us in mint condition.

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We are a family-run business with 30-years’ of main-dealership, motor-trade experience. Unlike larger dealers, we offer affordable prices without compromising on quality and service. You will also have the peace-of-mind that having a service with us won’t affect your manufacturer’s warranty. MOT & service from £99 – please call for details. Free Vehicle Health check while you wait.

Mon - Fri: 8:30AM - 5:30 PM | Sat - Sun: Appointments Only Unit 2 Primrose Hill Trading Estate, Cradley Road, Netherton, DY2 9SA T: 01384 241966 | E: service@andyganner.co.uk www.atl-autos.co.uk

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Spencer House | 114 High Street | Wordsley Stourbridge | West Midlands | DY8 5QR Tel: 01384 402930 | Fax: 01384 402931

Hole By Hole Guide 1st - A challenging drive awaits you at the first hole. Fairway slopes left to right so a draw shape is the shot of choice. Slicers beware!! A good drive leaves a mid to short iron to a fairly flat green.

2nd - Down the Hill�, shorter drive leaves a tricky downhill lie! Two tier green bunkered either side with deep bunkers. If pin position is on the bottom tier a ball above the hole is faced with a very fast putt.

3rd - Short dogleg left, big hitters beware of the willow tree. Mid to short iron leaves a great birdie opportunity.

4th - Stroke index one (men)! Elevated tee gives a great view. Dogleg right to left with fairway bunkers ready to catch off line drives. To go or not to go for the green with your second shot is the key question as hidden pot bunkers in front of this deep green.

5th - First par 5 and the longest hole on the course. Dogleg right to left with wind often blowing left to right. Marker at the back of the green to aim at. Bunkers either side of the green.

6th - Blind drive, aim further left than you think as this hole has a subtle dogleg right to left. Deep left side bunker, green slopes front to back.

7th - Tough hole. Tight drive leaves a long shot often blind to a green that slopes away. Bunkers either side and out of bounds close on the right hand side. Tricky putting green with some fast down hill putts.

8th - Medium/long par 3 sloping green right to left. Anything missed right of the green leaves a very difficult up and down. Beware of some very undulating fast putts.

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We are committed to providing a high level of vet care to our patients and also their owners “Most amazing vets. Really care about your animals, great prices. Would recommend time and time again” “Staff are brilliant here, very caring and nothing is too much trouble. They are always fantastic with my dogs, wouldn’t want to use any other vets.”

01384 372849 www.powisvets.co.uk 19 Audnam, Wordsley, Stourbridge, West Midlands DY8 4AJ

Hole By Hole Guide cont.

9th - Shortest hole on the course. Heavily bunkered normally plays with a right to left wind.

10th - Long par 4 blind drive for the men.

Aim at the tallest fir tree in the distance.

Small fairway bunkers either side.

Very deep green, out of bounds down right hand side. Par is a good score on this hole.

11th - Par 5 reachable in 2 for the bigger hitters. Birdie opportunity.

12th - Long par 3 off the back tee. Heavily bunkered with long rough and gorse to carry.

Again a par on this hole is a good score.

13th - A superb narrow par 4. A straight drive is crucial. Medium iron to flat green.

14th - Par 3 with a deceptive deep green, can be up to 3 clubs difference depending on pin position. Don’t go left as almost impossible up and down!

15th - Big dogleg right to left. A draw shot is crucial off the tee so your not blocked out for your second shot which is uphill to a deep green. Be prepared to club at least 2 more clubs to allow for the severity of the slope. Not a lot of 4’s on this hole.

16th Birdie chance – Big hitters can drive the green.

17th - Par 3/Par 4 off back men’s tee.

Narrow green sloping front to back with bunkers either side. Club short to allow contour to take your ball into the heart of the green.

18th - Great finishing hole with a super view from the Clubhouse patio area. A good drive will leave a long/medium iron to a deep green with out of bounds very close to the edge of the green on the left hand side. Beware of back left teasing pin position. Keep ball below the hole for uphill putt otherwise be prepared for 3 putt territory.

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Membership Being a member of Stourbridge Golf Club is about much more than just enjoying great golf and camaraderie. Along with the best value for money 12 months of the year golfing membership you also get the following added benefits for free: • Unlimited rounds of golf (subject to category) • No requirement to book tee times - just turn up and play (subject to competition tee closures) • Receive up to 15% discount off food and beverage purchases in our Clubhouse • Heavily discounted room hire fees for private functions • An England Golf County Card giving you discounted green • Discounted green fees for invited guests • Fees at over 1,300 Golf Clubs.

Stourbridge Golf Club is currently open to receive new membership applications and have a wide variety of different types of memberships available.

Should you require any information with regards to membership, please contact the office on 01384 395566 or email secretary@stourbridgegolfclub.co.uk

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Extensions & Renovations Building Maintenance Service To discuss your home improvements call 01384 78841 or 07956 904712 Email: kfbuilders.ltd@gmail.com

www.finchbuildersstourbridge.co.uk Finch Builders, 11 St Peter’s Road, Stourbridge, DY9 0TY

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Stourbridge Golf Club are pleased to announce that we have joined the newly formed 1892 Club, formed by a number of golf clubs who were all founded - in 1892!

The benefit to SGC members is that all members of the 1892 Club offer reciprocal courtesy of the course to visiting from other 1892 clubs.

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Members of the 1892 Club Alfreton - Derbyshire Ballater - Aberdeenshire Bathgate - Nr. Edinburgh Clacton - Essex Fairfield - Lancashire Heaton Moor - Cheshire Hillington - Middlesex

Huntly - Aberdeenshire Kings Norton - Warwickshire Leek - Staffordshire Marple - Cheshire Mid Herts - Hertfordshire Newcastle United - Tyne & Wear Peebles - Nr. Edinburgh

Petersfield - Hampshire Stourbridge - West Midlands Taunton & Pickeridge - Somerset Ventnor - Isle of Wight Wearside - Durham West Lothian - Nr. edinburgh Withington - Lancashire

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The Stourbridge Physiotherapy Practice

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Shockwave helps decrease muscle tension, tendinitis and spasms. Recent evidence shows shockwave is beneficial for chronic (long term) persistent muscle, tendon and joint problems.

It uses high intensity pressure waves that interact with the tissues of the body.

The affected area is stimulated to kick start the tissues into repairing itself.

Clinical Pilates at The Stourbridge Physiotherapy Practice You can learn Pilates in large group classes at a local gym or leisure centre.

However, for people with back pain it is more suitable to do Clinical Pilates, at a Physiotherapy Practice, like The Stourbridge Physiotherapy Practice. The classes include no more than 4 people and are supervised by a fully qualified Pilates trained Physiotherapist. Exercising under the supervision of a Physiotherapist means they will select exercises to suit your ability, and any pre-existing conditions you may have, so you have a programme tailored for you. The Physiotherapist can also monitor your symptoms and give you advice.

Find Out More About Shockwave Therapy At Stourbridge Physiotherapy Practice The Stourbridge Physiotherapy Practice 14 Hagley Rd, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 1PS

01384 371261

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Testimonials “We had, yet again, another great night. Food good and the staff were brilliant. Really looked after us. A big thank you.”

“The course was in excellent condition and the service we received from Mark Male in the Professional Shop was so helpful.

Brian, Secretary & Treasurer Royal Marines Association

Our dinner was described by most who attended as outstanding and considering we had several Governors of the UCB attending, the leading catering and hospitality teaching venue in the Midlands and arguably the whole UK, was testament to its standard.

Spencer and Sam in the kitchen were right on top of their game.”

“Our visit, as part of a reciprocal arrangement with your club proved to be an excellent Team Building Day. The course, particularly the greens, was very challenging to play, we were most fortunate with the weather, and we enjoyed both the breakfast rolls and evening dinner.”

Mel, Captain – Herefordshire Golf Club

Brian, Honorary Secretary Boot Occasionals Golfing Society

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Contact Us Please contact Stourbridge Golf Club if you have any queries regarding the Golf Club, Pro Shop or Clubhouse

Postal Address:

Email:

Stourbridge Golf Club, Worcester Lane, Pedmore, Stourbridge, West Midlands DY8 2RB

Club Office: office@sgcmail.co.uk Pro Shop: proshop@sgcmail.co.uk Clubhouse: clubhouse@sgcmail.co.uk

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Telephone:

01384 395566

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Units 3A & 3B Mitre Court, 38 Lichfield Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B74 2LZ Stourbridge Golf Club | 51 C=0 M=0 Y=20 K=40 C=3 M=2 Y=40 K=0

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