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  1. Wath Golf Club Pair Crowned Heathland Golf Classic 2026 Champions

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    The curtain has fallen on another outstanding Heathland Golf Classic, and after three days of exceptional golf across some of England’s finest heathland courses, Mike Hammond and Paul Fenton of Wath Golf Club have been crowned the 2026 Heathland Golf Classic Champions.

    The event once again visited three iconic venues – Hollinwell, Sherwood Forest and Lindrick – providing competitors with a true test of skill, strategy and consistency. Throughout the tournament, the scoring was remarkably close, with the overall leaderboard changing continuously and the outcome remaining uncertain until the final groups completed their rounds at Hollinwell.

    In one of the closest finishes in the event’s history, Mike Hammond and Paul Fenton secured the title with an impressive total of 127 points, narrowly edging out Phil Day and Luke Cornwell on countback after both teams finished on the same score.

    The strength of the field was evident throughout the leaderboard, with just a single point separating the top five teams after 54 holes of competition.

    Overall Results

    1st Overall – Royal Birkdale Experience

    Mike Hammond & Paul Fenton (Wath Golf Club) – 127 Points

    2nd Overall – Ping Rolling Duffel Bag

    Phil Day & Luke Cornwell – 127 Points

    3rd Overall – Ping Duffel Bag

    Andrew Stacey & Dan Hensby – 126 Points

    4th Overall – Ping Umbrella & Shoe Bag

    Jody Greenall & Mark White – 126 Points

    5th Overall – Ping Water Bottle, Valuables Pouch & Towel

    Chris White & Malcolm Gregg – 126 Points

    The 2026 event continued the tradition of competitive golf, outstanding hospitality and excellent course presentation that has become synonymous with the Heathland Golf Classic. Feedback from competitors throughout the week was overwhelmingly positive, with all three host venues receiving praise for the quality of their courses and the welcome extended to players.

    The organisers would like to thank all competitors, volunteers, staff and sponsors who helped make this year’s event such a success. Special thanks go to Ping, whose support of the Heathland Golf Classic has been there from the very beginning and continues to play a significant role in the growth of the tournament.

    With another memorable chapter written in the history of the Heathland Golf Classic, attention now turns to 2027. The dates have already been confirmed, with the event returning to:

    • Hollinwell – 9th June 2027
    • Sherwood Forest – 10th June 2027
    • Lindrick – 11th June 2027

    Entries for the 2027 Heathland Golf Classic will open in November 2026, and after another highly competitive and successful tournament, demand is expected to be stronger than ever.

    Congratulations once again to Mike Hammond and Paul Fenton, our Heathland Golf Classic 2026 Champions.

  2. Heathland Golf Classic 2026 – Hollinwell Day 3 Results

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    What a fantastic conclusion to the Heathland Golf Classic 2026.

    The final day at Hollinwell provided a fitting finish to this year’s event, with exceptional scoring throughout the field and an overall leaderboard that remained incredibly tight right up until the final groups completed their rounds. With so many teams still in contention, it truly came down to the wire and made for a thrilling finish to another memorable Heathland Classic.

    A huge thank you to Hollinwell for presenting the course in superb condition and providing a stern but fair test for all competitors.

    Congratulations to all of our Day 3 prize winners:

    Hollinwell – Day 3 Results

    🥇 1st Place – Ping DLX Bag
    Andrew Stacey & Dan Hensby – 47 points

    🥈 2nd Place – Ping Putter
    Ben Olson & Michael Gregorace – 45 points

    🥉 3rd Place – Voucher
    Mike Hammond & Paul Fenton – 45 points

    4th Place – Ping Backpack
    Glen Arnison & Nathan Danby – 44 points

    5th Place – Ping Umbrella
    Alistair Park & Patrick Rona – 44 points

    6th Place – Ping Range Ball Bag & Towel
    Andy Mee & John Holt – 43 points

    Nearest the Pin Winners

    🎯 Malcolm Gregg – Ping Water Bottle & Cap

    🎯 Jonathan Sewell – Ping Water Bottle & Cap

    The standard of golf across all three days has been outstanding and it has been fantastic to see such competitive scoring at Sherwood Forest, Lindrick and Hollinwell.

    On behalf of everyone involved in organising the event, thank you to all competitors for your support, sportsmanship and enthusiasm throughout the week. Events like the Heathland Golf Classic are only possible because of the fantastic players, host venues, sponsors and volunteers who continue to support it year after year.

  3. Heathland Golf Classic 2027 Dates Announced

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    Following another fantastic edition of the Heathland Golf Classic, we are delighted to announce the dates for the 2027 event.

    The Heathland Golf Classic 2027 will once again visit three of the finest heathland golf courses in the United Kingdom:

    Tuesday 9th June 2027 – Hollinwell (Notts Golf Club)
    Wednesday 10th June 2027 – Sherwood Forest Golf Club
    Thursday 11th June 2027 – Lindrick Golf Club

    Since its inception, the Heathland Golf Classic has continued to grow in popularity, attracting golfers from across the country who are looking to experience championship golf courses, first-class hospitality and friendly competition over three memorable days.

    The 2026 event has once again showcased everything that makes the tournament special, with outstanding support from our host venues, sponsors and competitors. We are incredibly grateful to everyone involved in helping the event continue to grow year after year.

    Entries for the 2027 Heathland Golf Classic will officially open in November 2026.

    As places are limited and demand continues to increase each year, we encourage interested players to register their interest early and keep an eye on the website and social media channels for further updates.

    We look forward to welcoming both returning competitors and new faces for what promises to be another outstanding Heathland Golf Classic.

  4. Heathland Golf Classic 2026 – Day 2 Results from Lindrick Golf Club

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    Day 2 of the Heathland Golf Classic took competitors to the magnificent Lindrick Golf Club, host venue of the 1957 Ryder Cup and one of England’s finest championship courses.

    Players were greeted with another superbly presented golf course and conditions that provided a fantastic test of strategy, shot-making and teamwork.

    With the leaderboard beginning to take shape, every point was crucial as competitors battled for daily honours and positioned themselves ahead of the final round at Hollinwell.

    Congratulations to all of our Day 2 prize winners:

    Lindrick Golf Club – Day 2 Results
    🥇 1st Place – Ping DLX Bag
    Mike Ashcroft & Phil Preston – 45 points

    🥈 2nd Place – Ping Putter
    Ian Oakes & Brian McQuade – 43 points

    🥉 3rd Place – Voucher
    Jody Greenall & Mark White – 43 points

    4th Place – Ping Backpack
    Chris Cuthbert & Steve Kessler – 42 points

    5th Place – Ping Umbrella
    Robert J Cooper & Richard Cooper – 41 points

    6th Place – Ping Range Ball Bag & Towel
    Chris White & Malcolm Gregg – 41 points

    Nearest the Pin Winners
    🎯 Jonathan Hirst – Ping Water Bottle & Cap

    🎯 Steve Bradley – Ping Water Bottle & Cap

    A huge thank you to Lindrick Golf Club for their hospitality and for presenting the course in outstanding condition. The feedback from competitors has once again been exceptional.

    With two rounds now complete, all eyes turn to the final day at Hollinwell where the overall Heathland Golf Classic champions will be crowned. With plenty still to play for throughout the leaderboard, the stage is set for an exciting finale.

    Good luck to all competitors for the final round and thank you for helping make another memorable Heathland Golf Classic.

  5. Sherwood Forest Round 1 Results

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    Thank you to everyone for a fantastic opening day of the Heathland Golf Classic 2026 at Sherwood Forest Golf Club.

    The course was presented in excellent condition and scoring was incredibly competitive, with just four points separating the top six teams.

    Congratulations to all of our Day 1 prize winners:

    Sherwood Forest – Day 1 Results
    🥇 1st Place – Ping DLX Bag
    Ian Harvey-Samuel & David Inggs – 47 points

    🥈 2nd Place – Ping Putter
    Phil Day & Luke Cornwell – 45 points

    🥉 3rd Place – Voucher
    Danny Bywater & Luke Fensom – 43 points

    4th Place – Ping Backpack
    Steve Bradley & Andrew Wilford – 43 points

    5th Place – Ping Umbrella
    Mark Fuller & Lewis Pascoe – 43 points

    6th Place – Ping Range Ball Bag & Towel
    Phil Bevan & Paul Stocks – 43 points

    Nearest the Pin Winners
    🎯 Steve Mann – Ping Water Bottle & Cap

    🎯 Glenn Arnison – Ping Water Bottle & Cap

    A huge thank you to Sherwood Forest Golf Club and all competitors for helping make Day 1 such a success.

    The competition remains wide open as we head to Lindrick Golf Club for Day 2. We wish everyone the very best of luck and look forward to another excellent day of golf.

  6. Heathland Golf Classic 2026 – Final Spaces Remaining

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    2026 Heathland Classic – Final Entry Spaces Remaining

    Entries for the 2026 Heathland Classic are filling up fast! We’re down to our final three available pair spots — two at 8:00am and one at 3:40pm.

    If the event fills before you secure a space, please register your interest so we can add you to our reserve list.

    Preparations for the 2026 event are already well underway, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone across all our venues for another fantastic year of golf.

  7. 2025 Heathland Classic – Final Results & Champions Crowned!

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    🏆 2025 Heathland Classic – Final Results & Champions Crowned!

    After three unforgettable rounds across Hollinwell, Lindrick, and Sherwood Forest, the 2025 Heathland Golf Classic has come to a close — and what a tournament it’s been!

    The final leaderboard came down to the wire, with just a handful of points separating the top contenders. Congratulations to all competitors for a brilliant few days of golf.

    🏁 Overall Championship Results:

    🥇 1st Place – Champions: Matt Crawley & Greg Crawley – 129 points
    🥈 2nd Place: Daniel Palmer & Keith Aiton – 126 points
    🥉 3rd Place: David Wilson & Stuart McClure – 125 points
    🏅 4th Place: Roy Sammons & James Sammons – 125 points
    🎖️ 5th Place: Chris Neenan & Matt Robinson – 124 points

    🎁 The Champions’ Prize:
    Matt & Greg Crawley will be heading to Royal Lytham & St Annes for an unforgettable overnight stay in the Dormy House, complete with breakfast, an evening meal, and of course, a round of golf at one of the most iconic links courses in the world. A fitting reward for a phenomenal performance!

    👏 A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the 2025 Heathland Classic. Your enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and quality of play made this year’s event one to remember. We hope you all enjoyed the experience and look forward to seeing you again next year.

    Until then, play well and stay safe!

    Thank You
    Luke

  8. Heathland Classic – Round 3 Recap at Sherwood Forest

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    🏆 Heathland Classic – Round 3 Recap at Sherwood Forest

    The final round of the Heathland Classic at Sherwood Forest delivered everything we hoped for – drama, top-quality golf, and a leaderboard that kept shifting until the very end. With everything to play for in both the Day 3 standings and the overall prize, the competition was fierce from the first tee to the final putt.

    Day 3 Results – Top 6 Pairs:

    🥇 1st Place – Daniel Palmer & Keith Aiton – 46 points
    🥈 2nd Place – Matt Crawley & Greg Crawley – 45 points
    🥉 3rd Place – Martin Fielder & Jason Waller – 44 points
    🏅 4th Place – Chris Johnson & Adam Johnson – 43 points
    🎖️ 5th Place – Simon Lang & Phil Coates – 42 points
    🎖️ 6th Place – Scott Dickens & Ian Harvey-Samuel – 42 points

    Nearest the Pin Winners:

    🎯 7th Hole – Jason Waller
    🎯 10th Hole – Martin Fielder

    Congratulations to all players on a fantastic final day. The leaderboard was incredibly tight, and the quality of golf on display was a true credit to everyone who competed.

    We now look forward to announcing the overall winners of the 2025 Heathland Classic. Stay tuned for the final results and prize presentations!

    Thanks again to everyone who took part and helped make this year’s event such a success.

  9. Heathland Classic – Round 2 Recap at Hollinwell

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    Round 2 of the 2025 Heathland Classic concluded in style at the stunning Hollinwell, with competitors taking full advantage of the excellent conditions to produce some truly exceptional scoring.

    Top Performers of the Day:

    🥇 Roy Sammons & James Sammons led the field with a superb 47 points, showcasing consistency and teamwork throughout the round.
    🥈 Matt Crawley & Greg Crawley were hot on their heels, carding an impressive 46 points to secure second place.
    🥉 Paul Margison & Stuart Lodge, Bill Stroud & Steve Turner, David Wilson & Stuart McClure, and Shush Chatterjee & Iain Mackenzie all finished with strong scores of 44 points, taking 3rd to 6th place respectively on countback.

    Nearest the Pin Winners:

    🎯 5th Hole – Rob Cooper
    🎯 13th Hole – David Wilson

    A huge well done to all competitors for making it another memorable day at the Classic. We now look ahead to the final round at Sherwood Forest, where the competition promises to be just as fierce.

  10. Heathland Classic – Round 1 Recap: Lindrick Golf Club

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    Heathland Classic – Round 1 Recap: Lindrick Golf Club

    Round 1 of the Heathland Classic got underway at the prestigious Lindrick Golf Club, where players were treated to a superb day of golf on one of the region’s finest courses.

    Leading the field after a strong opening performance are David Wilson & Stuart McClure from Hallamshire, carding an impressive 42 points to top the leaderboard.

    Places 2nd to 6th were tightly contested, with just a single point separating them and final positions decided by countback.

    2nd Place: Michael Robinson & Graham Robinson (Garforth) – 41 pts

    3rd Place: Paul Margison (Manor Country Club, USA) & Stuart Lodge (Paris, France) – 41 pts

    4th Place: Mike Holmes & Andrew Godwin (Newbury & Crookham) – 41 pts

    5th Place: David Pickard & Chris Beams (Cardiff) – 41 pts

    6th Place: Mark Westbrook & Thomas Breese (Headingley) – 40 pts

    Nearest the Pin Winners:

    3rd Hole: Richard Scott

    11th Hole: Ian Carr

    A big thank you to Lindrick Golf Club for their exceptional hospitality and to Ping Europe for providing prizes for the entire event.

    Best of luck to all players as the tournament moves into Round 2 at Hollinwell. The leaderboard is tight, and there’s all to play for as the Heathland Classic continues.

    Thank You
    Luke Allen
    Tournament Admin