Get signed up for the Dr Kershaw's Golf Day 2024

Now launched for 2024, the Dr Kershaw’s Cup, sponsored by Wiggett Homes, is set to enable golf enthusiasts to enjoy an action-packed day of golf while also raising vital funds for patient care at the Royton hospice.

Taking place at Crompton and Royton Golf Club on Friday, September 13, 8.30am – 5pm, the Hospice’s annual Golf Day promises to yet again be one to remember as well as being a day that will make a real difference to so many patients and families across the borough.

Dr Kershaw’s Fundraising Events Lead, Alice Entwistle, said: “We are thrilled to be holding our Golf Day once again.

"It has now become a staple feature in our events calendar and offers an alternative way for people to come together and support their local hospice.

"We can’t wait for the day and hope to see as many teams as possible taking part, all with the chance of lifting the Dr Kershaw’s Cup 2024.”

Those who sign up for the Golf Day will have the opportunity to play 18 holes of competitive golf on a course which is situated at the edge of the Pennines between the towns of Rochdale and Oldham, providing sprawling views of the countryside and city landscape.

The Crompton and Royton golf course measures 6,208 yards (par 70 with SSS 71) for Men and 5,450 yards (par 72) for Ladies, the course offers a balanced test which will stretch the better player whilst fully playable for those of more modest ability.

The Hospice are looking for Four-Ball teams to take part in the Golf Day, with the cost of a team priced at just £200, which includes 18 holes of golf, additional golf challenges, a breakfast sandwich and hot drink on arrival and a presentation and buffet to complete the day (players do not need to change for dinner but will be required to change their footwear).

The half-way house will also be open on the day, with refreshments available in lieu of a donation to Dr Kershaw’s, plus the awards presention will include a raffle in aid of the Hospice and drinks will be available from the Golf Club’s bar.

Last year’s event saw 18 teams competing to be crowned the Dr Kershaw's Cup champions.

John Igoe, Captain of last year’s winning team (pictured above), said: “It was an absolute pleasure to lift the Dr Kershaw’s Cup with Team Mulligan.

"The event was brilliantly organised and we had a great time supporting a wonderful charity and a worthy cause, we are looking forward to coming back this year to defend our trophy!”

Golf Day Headline Sponsor, Wiggett Homes’ Managing Director Sam Wiggett, added: “Wiggett Homes is pleased to be the main sponsor of the Dr Kershaw’s Golf Day 2024.

"The help and support Dr Kershaw’s offer the patients and their families is second to none.

"My sister and I, the owners of Wiggett Homes, saw this first hand when our father sadly passed away last year.

"We will be forever grateful to Dr Kershaw’s, particularly the Hospice at Home service for making our father as comfortable as possible in his final days.

"We hope all participants have a good round and the fundraising target is met from this event to support more patients.”

If you are unable to attend our Golf Day but your business would like to support the event and Dr Kershaw’s, the Hospice are also looking for hole sponsors.

Hole sponsorship is just £50 per hole and your logo will be in a prime position for each player to view as they play the course.

For more information please email the Hospice’s fundraising team at: fundraising@drkh.org.uk or call them on 0161 624 9984.

To find out more or to register for the Golf Day, please visit: www.drkh.org.uk/golfday

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