We are looking forward to welcoming back the Yorkshire Invitational on Wed 3rd and Thurs 4th Sept organised by SGH Sporting Events. Returning to Ilkley Golf Club for its sixth time, this year’s event will be hosted by former Ryder Cup captain and Ilkley member, Mark James.

Watch last year's highlights to see what you could be a part of this September http://rb.gy/1lq570

We were delighted to host a match between Ilkley Grammar School and Ermysted's Grammar School in May. We received wonderful feedback from the teacher and players, as they thought the course was fantastic and they all had a great afternoon. Although golf was the winner, the result was a win for IGS. 

Our wonderful front of house manager, Jaine Collington, not only looks after our members and visitors superbly, but she also makes sure the wildlife is given star treatment too. When a mallard was spotted nesting in the rosemary bush on the terrace, Jaine and her team kept it safe and provided 'Diana' with food and water. When the ducklings hatched Jaine made sure they all got across the road safely, so they could make it to the river.

We are delighted to announce that our recently launched 'Get into Golf' is now fully booked. Created to help ladies learn and enjoy golf in a friendly and supportive setting, the three month programme includes expert tuition from our PGA head professional, Glen Ient. The nine ladies taking part will be given lessons on the practice ground, on the course and have use of the Swing Bay.

72 Ilkley Golf Club members took part in the #Yorkshire v. Rest of the World match on Sunday, on a dry, if slightly chilly day. The sides were defined by their place of birth with Yorkshire led by lady captain, Marie-Louise Milbourn and the RoW led by men’s captain Nick Ryle. A highly competitive encounter ended with the teams locked together at 9-9.  The shotgun start meant that everyone was back at the clubhouse together to enjoy plenty of banter, laughter and cottage pie and peas.  All round, a terrific day of golf and companionship.  Many members on both sides are already looking forward to a re-match.

It was great to welcome a packed field to the Men's Spring Seniors Open. Well done to Paul Clemens & Mike Edwards who won the closely fought contest with 46 points.

The next fourball men’s open is on Monday 9 June. As there are only four tee times now available please book now to avoid disappointment rb.gy/0grsyk

The men enjoyed a friendly fixture when they travelled to York Golf Club. The team emerged with a hard fought half to stay unbeaten for the season. In a tense finale, Messrs Holmes and Carroll stayed strong at the bottom of the draw to secure the half. The team enjoyed a really enjoyable day out and it was a pleasure to play an excellent course in superb condition.

The men's friendly season got off to an excellent start when we hosted our friends from Lindrick Golf Club. Ilkley's captain and pro were blown away by a tsunami of birdies, but a steady performance from a very experienced middle order saw Ilkley home with a 4-2 win. It was a terrific day of golf, with excellent food and sparkling company.

The Captains’ charity bunker is now in place on the 18th green. So don’t be upset with your slightly pushed shot as you finish your round. Instead be happy that you are helping to raise valuable funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research. 

It is wonderful to see that mixed golf is thriving at Ilkley Golf Club with 40 ‘Sunday Swingers’ relaxing with a drink on the terrace, in the sunshine, after an enjoyable round.