From the GM
A Review and Look Forward
2024 is now behind us, but I believe it worthwhile reminding members of our 2024 Objectives (as detailed at the Open Forum in March 2024) and the results
2024 OBJECTIVES
• To get the Course more playable throughout the year –
despite some atrocious weather in winter, Vicars Cross was open more days, with less restrictions than any other course in Chester.
• To maintain male membership to around 600 Members – achieved
• To increase female membership to 100 - achieved
• To continue refurbishing the clubhouse
Spike Bar and Female Changing Facilities upgraded
• To improve the image and Brand of VXGC
Increased social media coverage and marketing activity. Initiated new website (due shortly)
• To be financially stable whilst investing in our course and club facilities
Financial performance in line with budget with significant investment in course, buildings and equipment.
Further, solar panels have been installed to reduce electricity bills and increasing club sustainability; the new driving range and academy facilities are (at last!) almost complete, including improved road access; a new halfway house has been installed (thanks in large part to the 300 Club); continued excellent visitor reviews; society use of the course has been reduced (with further reductions planned in 2025) freeing more tee times and availability to members.
2025 KEY OBJECTIVES
• To have a fantastic course with continued improvements in bunkers, tees, fairways and rough, in line with the Course Plan.
• To develop a strong culture of coaching utilising the new range and develop membership
• To develop a strong junior section and schools programme
• To continue to grow female membership
• To better utilise the new halfway house
• To improve members’ experience at the Club by addressing opportunities arising from the Survey
• To reduce the churn in membership by attracting members who share club values and commitment
If you were unable to attend the Open Forum or have any questions regarding the Club from what you have read here or more generally, please call in and see me in the Office or drop me a line at enquiries@vicarscrossgolf.co.uk
Philip Beard
General Manager