Spring Trophy - Friday, 17th April 2026
⛳ Spring Trophy: Copthorne Briefing (17th April)
🏆 Prizes
- 1st: £40, 2 crystal tumblers, 2 sleeves of balls.
- 2nd: £25, 1 crystal tumbler, 1 sleeve of balls.
- Guest: £10 & sleeve of balls.
- Jiménez Trophy: Highest average team score.
- Nearest Pin: 7th & 15th.
- The "2" Club: Share of £40 pot.
- Raffle: Five £40 prizes + Copthorne 4-ball.
⏱️ Timeline
- 08:00: Coffee, bacon rolls, and £10 raffle/card collection (see Josh).
- 09:00: First Tee-off (Steve Russell leads).
📋 Logistics
- Venue: Copthorne GC, RH10 3LL (01342 712033).
- Handicaps: Calculate via Men's or Women's ratings.
- Taxes: Full handicap minus RHGS penalty shots (Maltby, Matt, Brian, Steve, Trevor, Marcus).
- Tees: Men (Yellow), Ladies (Red/Yellow).
🏌️ Etiquette
- Pace: Stableford—pick up if you can't score.
- Woods: Play a provisional.
- Cards: Group leads hand all cards to Steve Russell post-round.
- Lunch: Rolling Fish & Chips.
🍻 The Goal
Early evening debrief at the Railway Hotel. Questions? Email Howard (currently in Lucca). See you on the tee!
Spring Trophy - Friday, 17th April 2026
Copthorne Golf Club
Copthorne Golf Club
Borers Arms Road
Copthorne
West Sussex
RH10 3LL
01342 712033
Join us for the first major of the season! The Railway Hotel Golf Society invites members and guests to compete for the Spring Trophy at the magnificent Copthorne Golf Club.
About Copthorne Golf Club
Established in 1892, Copthorne is one of Sussex’s "hidden gems." This classic parkland/heathland hybrid course is carved out of mature woodland, offering a secluded and peaceful atmosphere.
Known for its superb drainage and year-round playability, Copthorne provides a stern but fair test. The tight, tree-lined fairways demand accuracy off the tee, while the slick, undulating greens (historically influenced by the great James Braid) require a delicate touch. It is a course that rewards strategy over brute force.
Event Schedule
- Arrival: 08:00 AM – Fresh Coffee and Bacon Rolls
- First Tee: 09:00 AM
- Format: 18-hole 4-ball Stableford Competition
- Post-Round: Light lunch served in the clubhouse
Pricing & Entry
- Members £81
- Guests £88
Payment by 10th April 2026, please.