09/09/2026
WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT BUNKERS
This came up in the Captain’s report to the Men’s Committee on 1 September and it’s worth sharing with everyone.
Not because we want to have a moan about bunkers… we’ve all been in one and wished we hadn’t!
But because the condition we leave them in matters to the next person playing behind us.
This was the Captain’s comment, exactly as it appeared in the minutes:
“My only negative comment from visiting teams & from others is the condition that some of our members are leaving our bunkers, please ensure you rake the bunker after your visit, pushing the sand back towards the centre of the bunker as you exit, nobody enjoys going into the bunkers, but is becoming more frustrating when the bunker is left in very poor condition with footprints & lumps of sand left at the entrance - prime examples of this was seen on club champs Saturday, so we cannot look to blame any visitors or societies. IT IS US THE MEMBERS THAT HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY - Thank You.”
And he’s right.
We know nobody sets out to leave a bunker in poor condition. Sometimes you’re thinking about the next shot, sometimes you’re concentrating on getting out and sometimes you just forget.
But taking a few seconds to rake the bunker properly makes a big difference.
So next time you find yourself in the sand, please rake it, push the sand back towards the centre as you leave and smooth out your footprints.
It’s a small thing, but it’s part of looking after our course and making sure the next person gets the same chance you did.
We’re all responsible for Wrag Barn, and that includes the bunkers. 🏌️♀️🏌️♂️
