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Simon Byford’s golf colum: Almost 200 compete in Bury’s drive-in

Simon Byford’s golf colum: Almost 200 compete in Bury’s drive-in

Simon Byford’s golf colum: Almost 200 compete in Bury’s drive-in

13 April 2025

PGA pro Simon Byford reports on a busy day for the captains’ drive-in at Bury St Edmunds as well as the latest from three other clubs.


Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘Dave’s Donut can improve your game’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘Dave’s Donut can improve your game’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘Dave’s Donut can improve your game’

07 April 2025

PGA pro Simon Byford passes on a short-game tip from a recently-passed ‘true legend’ as well rounding up action from four clubs.


Siobhan secures ‘dream’ trip to the USA

Siobhan secures ‘dream’ trip to the USA

Siobhan secures ‘dream’ trip to the USA

03 April 2025

Newmarket Links Golf Club youngster will feature at the Junior World Golf Championships in July.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Julie flies round Bury to land Juby Cup

Simon Byford’s golf column: Julie flies round Bury to land Juby Cup

Simon Byford’s golf column: Julie flies round Bury to land Juby Cup

29 March 2025

PGA pro Simon Byford reports on Julie Burman’s ‘spectacular’ victory in the first Ladies’ section ‘Major’ of the year at Bury St Edmunds Golf Club.


Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘GolfSixes’ Suffolk legacy is clear to see’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘GolfSixes’ Suffolk legacy is clear to see’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘GolfSixes’ Suffolk legacy is clear to see’

18 March 2025

PGA pro Simon Byford looks at the success at the GolfSixes programme in the county as well as his latest round-up of the local action.


Links celebrating Tyler’s success in USA

Links celebrating Tyler’s success in USA

Links celebrating Tyler’s success in USA

14 March 2025

The young golfer comes out on top in a play-off to triumph at the 2025 Cabo Collegiate.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Plenty of action as spring finally arrives

Simon Byford’s golf column: Plenty of action as spring finally arrives

Simon Byford’s golf column: Plenty of action as spring finally arrives

08 March 2025

PGA professional Simon Byford rounds up what has been a busy period as winter turned into spring across five clubs.


Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘Bogey golf, but not as you may know it’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘Bogey golf, but not as you may know it’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘Bogey golf, but not as you may know it’

02 March 2025

PGA professional Simon Byford traces the origins of a fun and lesser-known form of golf as well as giving his latest local club round-up.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Deserved praise for our on-course staff

Simon Byford’s golf column: Deserved praise for our on-course staff

Simon Byford’s golf column: Deserved praise for our on-course staff

23 February 2025

PGA professional Simon Byford rounds up the latest action from our local courses.


Simon Byford’s golf column: My big love for our courses’ little holes

Simon Byford’s golf column: My big love for our courses’ little holes

Simon Byford’s golf column: My big love for our courses’ little holes

15 February 2025

PGA professional Simon Byford provides his thoughts on his favourite local ‘little’ holes, the par 3s.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Bury members receive county honours

Simon Byford’s golf column: Bury members receive county honours

Simon Byford’s golf column: Bury members receive county honours

09 February 2025

PGA professional Simon Byford reports on a county prize giving and the latest from Thetford and Haverhill’s club competitions.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Where you can play county events in 2025

Simon Byford’s golf column: Where you can play county events in 2025

Simon Byford’s golf column: Where you can play county events in 2025

12 January 2025

PGA professional Simon Byford details the 2025 Suffolk Golf Union calendar and explains what events bring to all levels of club golfers.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Junior Fun Day tees up their Christmas

Simon Byford’s golf column: Junior Fun Day tees up their Christmas

Simon Byford’s golf column: Junior Fun Day tees up their Christmas

28 December 2024

PGA pro Simon Byford reports on a festive-themed event for a Junior section as well as a long-awaited hole-in-one for a Thetford member.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Thetford course gets major upgrade

Simon Byford’s golf column: Thetford course gets major upgrade

Simon Byford’s golf column: Thetford course gets major upgrade

14 December 2024

PGA pro Simon Byford looks at the evolution at Thetford GC as well as the generosity of members at Bury St Edmunds and the latest from Stowmarket.


Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘A club that’s given me fond memories’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘A club that’s given me fond memories’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘A club that’s given me fond memories’

07 December 2024

In his latest club focus piece, PGA pro Simon Byford looks at Flempton and its history as well as rounding up the latest action in west Suffolk.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Celebrations to remember in special year

Simon Byford’s golf column: Celebrations to remember in special year

Simon Byford’s golf column: Celebrations to remember in special year

27 November 2024

PGA professional Simon Byford reports on an extra special presentation evening at Bury as well as round-ups from The Suffolk and Thetford clubs.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Good feedback to new junior coaching hubs

Simon Byford’s golf column: Good feedback to new junior coaching hubs

Simon Byford’s golf column: Good feedback to new junior coaching hubs

17 November 2024

PGA pro Simon Byford reports on a new Suffolk Golf Union-run junior initiative he has been involved in as well as the latest from three clubs.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Swashbuckling performance from Jack Sparrow

Simon Byford’s golf column: Swashbuckling performance from Jack Sparrow

Simon Byford’s golf column: Swashbuckling performance from Jack Sparrow

26 October 2024

PGA professional Simon Byford reports on a club’s junior open, the Race to Aldeburgh finale and a captain’s day event.


Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘The fun and laughter could be heard from all over of the golf course’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘The fun and laughter could be heard from all over of the golf course’

Simon Byford’s golf column: ‘The fun and laughter could be heard from all over of the golf course’

19 October 2024

PGA professional Simon Byford’s latest round-up includes a colourful day of action that was in aid of a good cause at Stowmarket Golf Centre.


Simon Byford’s golf column: Bury end 28-year wait for Haskell Trophy

Simon Byford’s golf column: Bury end 28-year wait for Haskell Trophy

Simon Byford’s golf column: Bury end 28-year wait for Haskell Trophy

12 October 2024

Bury St Edmunds Golf Club ended their 28-year wait for lift the Haskell Trophy.


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