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East Anglia Tour: Match v Ipswich (Purdis Heath) GC
Match vs Purdis Heath GC
The club was founded in 1895 on common land at nearby Rushmere Heath. It was not until 31 years later that the legendary golf course designer James Braid designed the course at Purdis Heath. The official opening of the course took place in June 1928, with an exhibition match between Braid himself, fellow founder member of the PGA – J H Taylor, Abe Mitchell and a talented young golfer by the name of Henry Cotton.
The 11th hole regarded as the toughest hole at 531 yds. It requires a long, accurate drive for a successful outcome! The course can be regarded as one of Braid’s masterpieces requiring accurate shot-making in a treelined haven of tranquillity. 35 yds shorter than originally it is 6177 yds from the White tees and par 71.
Meet in golf attire at 11.00am. Pre-match refreshments at members’ own cost. The format of the day will be a Fourball Better Ball match for ladies and gentlemen against the club. Tee times from 12.00noon. The event fee is £65 to include golf, and a 2-course meal. This event is limited to 12 golfers. Dress code smart casual.
