Fresh from the Fairways

Fresh from the Fairways: April 2025 Edition

Welcome to your quarterly update

The days are getting longer. The Masters is around the corner. That can only mean one thing… a fresh new golf season is bursting onto the scene, promising sunshine, laughter, and maybe, just maybe, a few less lost balls.

The excitement is building here at Tilgate Forest Golf Centre. We’re thrilled to provide you with an exclusive, insider’s look at our preparations for a truly exceptional summer of golf.

Here’s what we’ll be covering in this edition:

Make 2025 your Best Golfing Year Ever!
Golf course update from our Head Greenkeeper
Upcoming events
Promotions & special offers
Clubhouse & catering
Team update
Community news

Make 2025 Your Best Golfing Year Ever!

There’s so much to look forward to as we head into a new golf season, but it’s also a good time to give yourself a check-in.

Honestly, who isn’t feeling totally swamped these days? Work, online life, it’s relentless. But what if I told you there’s a way to reclaim some peace? Turns out, golf could be your secret weapon for a healthier, happier you.

Check out our new article and discover five reasons why golf will be your happy place in 2025.

Golf Course Update

With favorable dry weather this month, our week-long Greens Renovations programme starting March 17th. Course Manager Nathan Cooke explains: “We hollow tined, verti-cut, top dressed, and over-seeded the greens. This will improve drainage and root oxygenation”.

We also used our new Greentek Verticutting units, thanks to ongoing investment from Parkwood Leisure. The timing is perfect, setting the course up well for April and The Masters.

Driving Range Improvements

We kicked off March with an ambitious project: a full-scale renovation of our driving range. J. Mallinsons, renowned experts in sports turf, dedicated over a week to installing state-of-the-art drainage, laying the groundwork for the outfield’s leveling and seeding phase.

In parallel, JRD Design and Build began the exciting work of revitalising the driving range building, which will feature a brand-new facade. We’re thrilled about these enhancements, promising a vastly improved and more enjoyable experience for everyone using our Toptracer range.

Special Offers

Get ready to tee off! With the golf season rapidly approaching, April is bursting with golfing offers.

Anticipation is already building for the Masters, where we’ll unveil a spectacular weekend of deals celebrating the year’s first major.

Immediately following, enjoy our Bank Holiday Weekender promotion during the first long weekend of 2025. April is shaping up to be a phenomenal month for golfers!

Clubhouse & Hospitality

Continuing our investment into the driving range experience, our successful winter trial of the QR code ordering system continues, bringing food and drinks directly to your bay. Plus, you can also enjoy on-course delivery with our new EZ-GO electric catering vehicle.

The clubhouse menu is also getting a makeover – check it out here.

This Spring also sees the launch of our new range of Golf Day packages. Designed for groups of 12 of more golfers, you can choose from our popular ready-made packages or mix & match to create your own. Click here to find out more.

Team Update

We’re in the final stages of recruiting for an Assistant Course Manager and look forward to announcing the successful candidate soon.

Additionally, we’re thrilled to announce Hayley Daniels as our Employee of the Quarter! Her hard work and dedication over the last couple of years have truly stood out.

Community Outreach

We continue to partner with the West Sussex Age UK who bring dementia patients on a weekly basis to carry out fun activities and engagement in our function room.