There is a specific feeling that hits right after Boxing Day where the house feels too small and the sofa feels too comfortable. This year, 80 golfers from across the region found the perfect remedy at Llantrisant and Pontyclun Golf Club for the inaugural Crimbo Limbo event.
The day was designed to bridge the gap between Christmas and New Year with a bit of healthy competition, and the turnout exceeded all expectations. Despite the crisp December air, the atmosphere was warm and the camaraderie was exactly what makes this club a special place to play.
A Brilliant Day on the Course
The morning kicked off with a 09:30 arrival deadline, giving everyone a chance to catch up and see who they’d be facing in the draw. At 10:00 sharp, the hooter sounded for the Shotgun Start, and 20 teams headed out to their respective tees.
The Texas Scramble format always brings out the best in our members, and the scoring reflected that. A massive congratulations goes to our winning team: Chris Orr, Luke Robbins, Neall Hollis, and Jake May. Their performance was top class from start to finish, and they’ve set a very high bar for next year’s defending champions.
We also had some incredible individual displays. Kian Evans took home the Longest Drive with a shot that seemed to defy the winter wind, and our “Nearest the Pin” winners showed some serious touch on the greens to walk away with their prizes.
First Class Hospitality
Golf is only half the story on days like this. We want to say a huge thank you to Jack Orell and Porky’s Brunch Clubfor keeping us all fueled. The food was absolutely stunning, both the pre round breakfast rolls and the meal waiting for us in the clubhouse afterward. Having quality food like that makes a huge difference when you’ve been out in the elements for four hours.
Support From the Top
Events like this don’t just happen on their own. We owe a debt of gratitude to the Llantrisant Golf Club Chairman, Directors, Captains, and our President. Their support for the Crimbo Limbo was vital, and it’s great to see the leadership so involved in making these new traditions a reality for the players.
Most importantly, thank you to the 80 players who took part. Your support and energy turned a simple idea into a highlight of the year.
A New Annual Tradition
The feedback was so positive that we’ve decided to make a big announcement: The Crimbo Limbo is here to stay. We will be running this every single year as a free competition for the members and local community. However, we want to use the day to give back to the course we all enjoy. Moving forward, we’ll be holding a raffle at every event to raise money for specific projects around the club.
We are delighted to share that the money raised from this year’s raffle is going directly toward a New Winter Tee. This is a great result for the club, as it helps us keep the course in better shape during the wetter months and improves the experience for everyone.
Looking Ahead
The inaugural Crimbo Limbo proved that there’s no better place to be during the holidays than out on the fairways with a great group of people. We’re already looking forward to next year, and we hope to see even more of you there to help us support the club and shake off the festive fog.
For more information on upcoming events or to learn more about our new winter projects, please visit the club office or check our social media pages.