Important ESC update: East Wing Improvement Project
Published 17:49 on 5 Jan 2026
The last couple of weeks have been a busy and fascinating time at the Club with progress continuing on the East Wing Improvement Project. I would encourage everyone to take a look at the SmugMug photo library to see not only what has been achieved so far, but also some of the wonderful surprises uncovered along the way, including an old fireplace in the entrance and sections of parquet flooring revealed in the outer office at a lower level. Despite the building works, activity in the Clubhouse has continued as normal. While we remain limited to 60 people at any one time during standard operation, this has proved entirely manageable, so please don't let it deter you from coming down. As ever, keep an eye out for Ollie's specials they're well worth it. Summary: East Wing closed for 12 weeks from today for major improvements Max occupancy: 60 people (including staff) - check before visiting, but please don't stay away! Access via main gate, toilets in changing rooms only Updates on Club News and Events Calendar and regular update emails Phone ahead: Bar/kitchen 01243 373065 | Office 01243 372850 Please check the calendar and the opening hours for information on whether the clubhouse will be full for an event and to avoid disappointment make sure you book your places/tickets as soon as possible. --- From Monday 5 January we hand over the East Wing to Farndell Builders for 12 weeks of construction. This long-awaited project will bring the East Wing up to the same high standard as the rest of the clubhouse. We only send global emails for important information, such as this project, and we will ensure everyone is regularly updated on the progress and impact on the clubhouse and facilities. As a quick recap, this essential project, which has been discussed for over 20 years, is fully funded from reserves, with no extra cost to members, and will significantly upgrade and improve the onsite facilities including the addition of an accessible ground floor toilet, refurbished ladies and gents toilets and a new inner door to improve heat retention. We hope for minimal challenges but there will be inevitable unforeseen issues arising as the East Wing has not been 'touched' for many years. The following restrictions will apply during the build to ensure that we comply with fire regulations:
To avoid disappointment and for up to the minute opening info please do phone ahead: Bar/kitchen: 01243 373065 / olliechef@aol.com Office: 01243 372850 (09:30-13:00 daily except Wed & Sun).
The Office has relocated to the North Room but the opening hours remain the same - 09:30-13:00 hours daily, except Wed & Sun. Additional Notes For photos of the project please click here Regards | ||