The condition of the course is a credit to the work, commitment and dedication of the twins


deteriorated over the years due to the effect of wind blown sand. The sand is continuously blown onto the tee from the surrounding dunes and this has restricted the growth of the grass due to the lack of nutrients etc. The task will be to remove the build up of sand in order to allow new soil and turf to be laid. Work will be undertaken to bring the new 17th fairway into play towards the end of October. A low cop banking, similar to that at Hoylake, will be constructed to delineate the extended practice ground from the playing area. It will be unmown and natural grasses, including heathers and marram, will be encouraged to thrive.


While Bob was on site,


Roger and John discussed the construction of the new bank. They took on board some suggestions from Bob who emphasised the importance of careful excavation of the


vegetation for planting on the bank, taking a minimum 150mm depth of root mass with each piece of turf harvested. Also, taking turfs from different areas, so that the ecological affect is minimised.


The condition of the course


is a credit to the work, commitment and dedication of the twins, who have spent the best part of their working lives developing a sustainable golfing environment at Royal St David’s. I would like to thank Roger and John for giving me the opportunity to spend such an interesting day with them and, of course, Bob Taylor who showed his passion for golf course ecology while demonstrating his vast knowledge and experience. And, if you ever get the chance to visit Harlech, make sure you pop in and see for yourself one of the best links courses in the UK, if not the world.


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