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EXClUSIVE<br />
My English<br />
favourites<br />
by peter alliss<br />
It was Henry<br />
longhurst who<br />
first said golf<br />
does take us<br />
to so many<br />
beautiful places;<br />
bearing that in mind it’s hard to<br />
pick out just a few but these<br />
have particular memories for<br />
me. Ferndown, north of<br />
Bournemouth, was where my<br />
father was a professional for<br />
many years and I learnt my<br />
trade. It has heather, pine,<br />
silver birch, plenty of gorse, my<br />
favourite terrain.<br />
Royal Birkdale is one of my<br />
favourite championship<br />
courses; majestic sand dunes,<br />
a fascinating course ever<br />
changing direction, an inviting<br />
clubhouse with friendly<br />
members. In 1954 I had a<br />
chance to win the open there...<br />
My father was invited to be<br />
the pro at Sunningdale after<br />
World War II but was settled at<br />
Ferndown. It’s delightful, elitist<br />
and has excellent catering<br />
facilities. It’s best to book a taxi<br />
home after a splendid lunch.<br />
Finally, old Thorns. Since I<br />
was involved with the creation<br />
of golf there, I have been<br />
amazed at its development<br />
from a private membership,<br />
instigated by Ken Wood, the<br />
electrical genius, to the<br />
magical creation we see today,<br />
one of the best overall facilities<br />
in Britain. The course although<br />
in a small area, is exciting,<br />
interesting and a challenge for<br />
all levels of golfers. I am very<br />
proud to have been associated<br />
with its growth. You should go<br />
and see for yourself.<br />
• Peter Alliss was a Ryder Cup<br />
player, is regarded as the<br />
‘Voice of golf’ and is also a<br />
respected course designer.<br />
Ferndown.<br />
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