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Not much happening, I think rain has stopped ‘play’ over the last 3 days. I took some shots though and you can see things are starting to take shape.

A site meeting was held this morning and good progress is being made. The size of the greens was discussed and whilst the artificial green will stay at 32m x 32m, the grass green can be lengthened by 6m so … Continue reading →

The basic position of the paths and greens is now being marked out. You can see one of the yellow pegs in the foreground.

The process of starting to shape the greens is beginning. That would be one hell of a crown if they leave it like that, what a home green!!

I have just seen this post on the Q Local website.  http://www.qlocal.co.uk/ormskirk/news_photo/Bowled_over___great_news_for_local_bowlers%21-54602918.htm This was from last week just after works had started

Day 5 and the excess topsoil is still being shifted off the site by Mallinsons.

Day 2 and the site is already looking clear.  Excess soil is being removed by tractor & trailer.

Mallinsons began on site today and have started by stripping the existing turf. A dilapidation survey has been undertaken from the cricket club entrance and around the site to ensure that any damage can be re-instated.