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Important ESC Update: East Wing Improvement Project

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Published 17:49 on 5 Jan 2026

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

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From today 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, that 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 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 we comply with fire regulations:

  • Maximum of 60 people (including staff) in the building
  • Please do not turn up expecting to sit at the back of events you may be turned away
  • If an event reaches capacity, it will be marked "Clubhouse Full" on the online calendar
  • Ollie is planning a number of themed evenings such as 'steak night' and these will be by pre booking only - please look out on the Club Calendar and Weekly Roundup for these
  • Progress updates and availability will be posted on our news page here, the Weekly Roundup and via update emails
  • Front door out of action access via main gate
  • Toilets: changing rooms only
  • Outbuildings and kit access remain available
  • Car park remains open

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 and the opening remain the same - 09:30 - 13:00 daily except Wed & Sun.

Additional Notes
Ollie's team may trial new methods (e.g., takeaway drinks, carvery options) please be patient.
If you're part of a group that meets regularly, speak with Ollie about possible alternative times.

Be extra vigilant for safety report issues via the digital reporting form https://forms.office.com/e/UppZErHVFR .

For photos of the project please click here

It may feel inconvenient, but the end result will be worth it!
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.....and please don't stay away!
Regards
The General Committee

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