Hello golfers,

Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly newsletter. This week's email has an exclusive interview with World Long Drive champion Joe Miller as he looks to defend the crown he won in 2016, as well as a new section for the newsletter! Enjoy the read.

Senior Victory Trophy

Last week we Hosted the Senior Victory Trophy and as usual the course was presented in great condition and our Team of volunteers did another great job of making the occasion run smoothly. I can assure you that this is not always the case at other golf clubs and would like to congratulate our volunteers for putting on a great show.

Unfortunately our Golfing Team were not on top form and Leigh Golf Club won both the Gross and Nett team scores, a very good day and as always some great photos by Ged Ryder on our website.


Recent Results

Last week I was pleased to be invited to play in the inaugural Pro Am at Marsden Park Golf Club near Colne which has been taken over from the local council by a friend of mine Neil Reeves.

I was even more pleased to be among the prizes when my 2 under par 69 beat off stiff opposition from some ex European Tour stars to finish in 2nd place. A few days later I was defending my Lancashire PGA Seniors Title at Wigan golf club and despite getting to the turn in 3 under par only managed to shoot 71 which was just 1 shot away from retaining my Title so had to settle for another 2nd place finish.

Ask The Pro?

This is a new section in my Newsletter where I would like you to write in and ask me anything you want about golf such as the swing or how to play the course etc. I will then reply in the following week’s newsletter.

Click here to submit your questions.

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Me and My Services?

After 37 years as Professional here at Ashton I still find golfers saying “I didn’t know you did that” so I've come up with a few things you may not know about me and my services.

1. I have a full custom fit availability with all major brands, with a price match guarantee.
2. I do part exchange which is usually more than 1 of our competitor’s double trade in deal.
3. I have been coaching golf for 40 years and as well as Lessons in our Teaching Studio, I give on course playing lessons and specialise in short game lessons.
4. I offer a repair and re-gripping service.
5. I have been organising Pro Am events all over the world for 36 years and always looking for golfers of any ability to join me for a great golfing experience.
6. Always FREE advice.
7. I have great deals and discounts on golf trips in the UK and around the world with my travel partner Your Golf Travel.
8. I have a click and collect service for any online orders.
9. I have been a European Tour player, a European Senior Tour player, 3 time Lancashire PGA champion, Lancashire Open champion, played in 2 Open Championships and won many events around the world.
10. I have been married to my wife Donna for almost 36 years and have 4 beautiful daughters.