Worcestershire Masonic Golfing Society
Worcestershire Masonic Golfing Society
Last update 17 September 2024
Last update 17 September 2024
Worcestershire Masonic Golfing Society (WMGS) Capture the ‘Battle Jug’ and go on to ‘Conquer’ the neighbouring Provinces!
The WMGS were responsible for the instigation of the 10 Province, Midlands Masonic Golf Championship back in 2022.
Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Leicestershire & Rutland, Northants & Huntingdonshire, Nottinghamshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire were the original 10 Provinces represented.
Regrettably, Derbyshire and Shropshire were unable to enter a team this year.
The Competition was hosted by Gloucestershire this year and held at the Tewkesbury Park Golf Complex, on Tuesday 23 June 2024. With a very damp start, the day looked like being a washout but the weather quickly changed, resulting in a very pleasant day for golf with around 23 Deg. of sunny periods. The format was 4 ball better ball Stableford, with both pairs to count. Each Province used its’ own criteria for choosing their team of 4. In Worcestershire we selected those who were currently demonstrating consistency and form.
Our representative team, selected on current form, W.Bro. D.R. Rushforth (WMGS Captain) last minute stand in for W.Bro. A.J. Hill (WMGS Chairman), W.Bro. D.W. Bedford, Bro. A. Richardson and Bro. D. Field.
In 2022, the Inaugural year, the WMGS came second, scoring 77 points and losing by only 1 point. Last year 2023, sadly the WMGS came equal last.
What a difference a year makes! This year, the WMGS, having played some commendable golf, managed to score an incredible 87 points to find themselves Victors.
The Trophy, known as the ‘Battle Jug’, which was donated by W.Bro. Paul Battle, has found itself back in the Province from which it originated. To the sheer delight of the donor.
It is considered a great tribute to W.Bro. Paul Battle, who will be retiring as the Secretary of the WMGS in July 2025, after 20 years of true dedication to his role in keeping the WMGS afloat and raising many thousands of pounds for various Masonic Charities.
In 2025, the MMGC will be hosted by Herefordshire, compliant with the alphabetical order of the engaged Provinces.
L to R:
Bro. Alex Richardson, Bro. Daren Field, W.Bro. David Rushforth (Captain), W.Bro. Paul Battle (Secretary), W.Bro. David Bedford
Centre and Front: The Battle Jug
Even more Par busting golf from our Provincial stars of the game!
The regular Provincial matches straddled the MMGC. Early dismissal of Warwickshire and Staffordshire on 6 June, at Robin Hood Golf Club inspired the team for the MMGC.
Back out, on those Green and Pleasant Lands, August 6 at Burghill Valley Golf Club, the WMGS managed to overthrow Herefordshire and Shropshire to add to their ongoing success.
Finally, with all playing WMGS golfers travelling down to Woodlake Park Golf Club, Gascoed, USK, on 2 September for the match against Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire. The WMGS were able and more than capable of thrusting their ongoing form into sealing a 100% total victory over our surrounding Provinces and Brother Golfers.
What a year for the team. What a year to be Captain. A great deal of Thanks go out to all our dedicated and committed golfing stars. Far too many to name individually but they know who they are.
It is worth noting, that all our matches this year, were played away from home.
David R Rushforth (Captain 2024)
WELCOME
Welcome to the Worcestershire Masonic Golfing Society (WMGS) and thank you for your interest. If you are a golfing freemason, irrespective of experience on or off the course, then we have something to offer.
Golf is not only a sport but also a lifestyle and a passion. Additionally, for many, it’s a way to connect with like-minded individuals who share a love for the game and enjoy a good laugh out on the course. Moreover, joining a golf society can significantly enhance your golfing experience.
- Do you want to build lasting relationships & gather new friends?
- Do you enjoy playing competitive golf?
- Do you like playing different courses?
- Do you like Networking?
- Do you support and encourage charity?
- Do you hate playing solitary golf?
If you have said Yes to any of these then you are in the right place, right now, please read on.
On this website you will be able to view:
- Welcome
- About Us - Our Remarkable History - Established late in 1962 – Celebrating 60 years plus.
- The Annual Event Statistics
- Our Golf Trophies.
- Provincial Matches.
- Provincial Match Results 2023.
- The Battle Jug.10 Midland Provinces Annual Trophy.
- The Committee.
- Application Form.
- Contact Us.
- 2024 Fixtures
If you feel that this social aspect of Freemasonry is for you.
Do come and join us.
ABOUT US
The Worcestershire Masonic Golfing Society (WMGS) was formed in November 1962 and held its first annual meeting at the Worcester Golf and Country Club in May 1963. The Society is open to all Worcestershire Masons, of any order who enjoy good golf competition and companionship.
We hold an Annual Golf Competitions at the AGM meeting.
(2024 venue was Redditch Golf Club, on 9th July 2024).
We also have annual Provincial matches against Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Staffordshire, Monmouthshire, Shropshire & Warwickshire.
Objectives of the Society
- To promote the competitive spirit of golf among the Masons of Worcestershire Lodges
- To hold an annual competition for the ‘Fellows Cup’ ‘Weatheroak Bowl’ and ‘Veterans Cup, ’C V Firminger Memorial Cup’ ‘Price Taylor Cup’ (9 holes for the over 80's)
- To hold annual golf matches against all the surrounding Provincial Golfing Societies.
- To select and enter the Worcestershire Provincial Team of 4 in the Midlands Masonic Golf Competition. Consists of 10 Provinces competing for the 'Battle Jug'.
- To hold such other golf meetings the Committee may decide from time to time.
- To raise funds for Chosen Charities.
At the Annual meeting, there is competition for the Fellows Bowl, Stableford, max course handicap 28. Plus the Weatheroak Bowl, a pairs competition. Your pair must be from the same Worcestershire Lodge (Any Order)
The Annual Letter that is sent to all members at the start of the season outlines the 2024 schedule.
If you would like to enjoy friendly, competitive golf with fellow masons, at some of the finest courses in the Midlands, then please return your application form. The Life subscription to the Society is £20 and this includes the purchase of your WMGS tie.
Brief details of the Society may be found on Page 99 of the 2024 Provincial Handbook.
Obituaries
W.Bro. Brian W. Cunningham PProv. JGW on Thursday 13 June 2024
A member of Sabrina Lodge No. 6595, and Founder member Edward Fredrick Hanson Lodge No.9463, W.Bro Brian was a prominent and active member of WMGS for 21yrs and winner of the Veterans Cup in 2016 in addition to representing the society in very many Provincial matches.
His friendship, personality, humour, generosity, loyalty and general contribution and support of the society will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and condolences are with his dear wife Jane and his family at this sad time.
GOLF TROPHIES
PROVINCIAL MATCH TROPHIES
Merston Culy Cup, Sterling Silver
Presented to WMGS by C.R. Webb, Merston Culy Lodge No.6879, 2005
Awarded to the winning TEAM (Unrestricted number of players per team) in the Annual Provincial match vs Gloucestershire
Individual Stableford competition over 18 holes. Team aggregates to final score.
Hereford Cup
Presented by WMGS, 1994
Awarded to the winning TEAM (Unrestricted number of players per team) in the Annual Provincial match vs Herefordshire
Individual Stableford competition over 18 holes. Team aggregates to final score.
Saucy Cup, Sterling Silver – Value £220 2016,
Presented to WMGS by WMGS & OPMGS, 2016
Awarded to the winning Team (Unrestricted number of players per team) in the Annual Provincial match vs Oxfordshire
Individual Stableford competition over 18 holes. Team aggregates to final score.
This fixture is currently suspended due to lack of Oxfordshire players.
The Edward E Young Cup,
Presented by E.E. Young - 1987
Awarded to the winning Team (Unrestricted number of players per team) in the Annual Provincial match vs Staffordshire
Individual Stableford competition over 18 holes. Team aggregates to final score.
Severn Cup, Sterling Silver
Presented to WMGS by T.P. Battle, 2015.
Awarded to the winning Team (Unrestricted number of players per team) in the Annual Provincial match vs Shropshire
Individual Stableford competition over 18 holes. Team aggregates to final score.
John Loynton Cup
Presented to WMGS by Robin Hood Lodge No.5877, 2015
Awarded to the winning Team (Unrestricted number of players per team) in the Annual Provincial match vs Warwickshire
Individual Stableford competition over 18 holes. Team aggregates to final score.
AGM Results 2024
This section covers all eventualities of the Annual General Meeting, commencing with 18 holes of golf at Redditch Golf Club
Provincial Match Results 2024
100% Success
Annual Neighbouring Matches
Player of the Year 2024
THE COMMITTEE
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