The Earl of Derby Golf Society was founded in 2004 to become an official golf society following many matches over the years with B.T. and various successful trips to the emerald isle. The plan to form a proper society is probably the brainchild of the committee after many late scoops in the Earl, by the way ,who is the committee? Any clues tell Nick!!!! 

2004 saw a major redec. at h.q. and apart from a slick modern bar and 8 extra b&b rooms the golf society was born.

First captain elected by the mystical committee was Russell (8 iron) Carey a surviving member of many an away trip. He had a wonderful year at the helm hosting plenty of golf days for members and guests alike, el capito was in charge of the first foreign trip which was to be in Madeira.( don't think anyone drank much of the local wine but saying that, little Johnny got lost ) A great trip by all accounts and a big thank you to Palheiro Golf Club for their kind welcome. 

2005 saw Jonathan ( tickedy boo) Powell take over as captain. Another great man in charge enticing sponsors to the club which include Hopwells Frozen Food Company and Greene King brewery. So lots of food and booze all round (would the missing committee have anything to do with this, surely not!!!)

Following the great success of  2004 Madeira trip, Palheiro was again to be the venue for the away tour. Slurping and singing was heard in the clubhouse like never before when the prizes were presented to the winners of The Earl of Derby Open.

2006 saw John (young man) Brown as new captain with his away trip to Connemara at the end of May expected to be another memory filled event.

The society has a limit of 24 members, each contributing ten quid a month( for the privilege of meeting the society president Tadhg (Herr Flick) Moynihan landlord and best customer of the earl ) which entitles members to a proper recognised golf handicap, discounted golf, subsidised annual away tour, social events and plenty of craic.

Keep a watch on website for up coming events.