Oil Industries Club Golfing Society
A long-standing tradition bringing members together
through competitive and social golf.
A Tradition of Golf & Fellowship
The Oil Industries Club Golfing Society is now in its 89th year and continues to thrive
with around 75 active members drawn from across the Club.
The Oil Industries Club Golfing Society is now in its 87th year and continues to thrive with around 75 active members drawn from across the Club.
The society organises a varied calendar of meetings, matches and tours, offering members the opportunity to play at outstanding courses while enjoying the camaraderie that defines the Club.
The society organises a varied calendar of meetings, matches and tours, offering members the opportunity
to play at outstanding courses while enjoying the camaraderie that defines the Club.
Events typically welcome 25–40 players, and guests are warmly encouraged to attend many of the meetings throughout the year. Every five years the society celebrates a major anniversary event. In 2022, members
gathered at the prestigious Sunningdale Golf Club, playing the renowned Old Course before enjoying a celebratory dinner in the clubhouse.
Events typically welcome 25–40 players, and guests are warmly encouraged to attend many of the meetings
throughout the year. Every five years the society celebrates a major anniversary event. In 2022, members
gathered at the prestigious Sunningdale Golf Club, playing the renowned Old Course before enjoying
a celebratory dinner in the clubhouse.
Golfing Society Committee
Golfing Society Committee
The Club is supported by a dedicated committee of volunteers who oversee membership, events and the continued growth of our community.
Dennis Woods
President
Ian Palethorp
Golf Society Secretary
Bob Reid
Golf Society Captain
Alan Thomas
Vice Captain Golf Society
Inter-Society Meetings
Throughout the year, the society competes in friendly matches with other organisations and clubs.
Throughout the year, the society competes in friendly matches with other
organisations and clubs.
Golf Society Fixtures Lists 2026
Club Meetings 2026
For Club Members & Guests
NEW YEAR Beaconsfield GC 17 February
SPRING Hankley Common GC 6 May
SUMMER Worplesdon GC 16 July
AUTUMN Woking GC 1 September
WINTER New Zealand GC 10 November
Summer Tour 2026
Each year the Golf Society goes on a tour playing at a number of interesting and enjoyable Golf Courses
Ipswich Golf Club Purdiss Heath 23rd June
Woodbridge Golf Club 24th June
Felixstowe Ferry 25th June
Inter Society Matches 2026
These are matches the Oil Industries Club Golf Society play against other golf societies. We pick a team for each match from our members. These are very popular events and our Secretary tries to make sure everyone who wants to play has an opportunity to represent the Golf Society at as many of the matches as possible.
Robin Hood President’s Team
Robin Hood Golf Club 30 May
Motor Trades Golf Society
Hayling Island Golf Club 18 June
Captain vs Vice Captain
Effingham Golf Club 23 August
Chartered Institute of Logistics
& Transport
Denham Golf Club 10 September
TSG UK Ltd.
Goodwood Golf Club 3 October
Fellowship of Motor Industry
Effingham Golf Club 22nd October
Robin Hood President’s Team
Robin Hood Golf Club – 30 May
Motor Trades Golf Society
Hayling Island Golf Club – 18 June
Captain vs Vice Captain
Effingham Golf Club – 23 August
Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport
Denham Golf Club – 10 September
TSG UK Ltd.
Goodwood Golf Club – 3 October
Our Trophy Cabinet
A glimpse of our past achievement.
Explore Our Newsletters
OIC AT THE RACES
25 August, 2025
OIC at the Races is an annual horse racing event for the oil industry that offers a relaxed networking atmosphere. Attendees enjoy refreshments, reserved betting areas, a delicious lunch, and opportunities to connect, making it suitable for both seasoned fans and newcomers. The event promises camaraderie, fun, and excitement, along with chances to win.
GOLFING SOCIETY NEWSLETTER
Explore the latest from the Oil Industries Club Golfing Society
From competitive rounds on the course to relaxed conversations over refreshments, the Golfing Society continues to bring members together through a shared love of the game and the connections that come with it.
In this latest edition, we look back at the highlights from the season, celebrating memorable days of golf, friendly competition and the camaraderie that makes every event more than just a round of golf. .
Read on for the latest events, highlights and stories from the Golfing Society..
SPORTSMAN LUNCH
13 January, 2026
The Sportsman Lunch is a popular annual gathering that combines great food, engaging stories, and meaningful networking within the oil industry. Guests enjoy a lively atmosphere with guest speakers, shared experiences, and opportunities to connect with fellow professionals. The event offers a perfect setting for both entertainment and relationship building in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
The Club is supported by a dedicated committee of volunteers who oversee membership, events and the continued growth of our community.
Interested in Joining the Golfing Society?
All members of the Oil Industries Club are welcome to join the Golfing Society. A recognised
club handicap is preferred, although a society handicap may also be accepted.
All members of the Oil Industries Club are welcome to join the Golfing Society. A recognized club handicap is preferred, although a society handicap may also be accepted.
Members enjoy regular meetings, competitive matches and the opportunity to play exceptional
courses with fellow professionals from across the industry.
For further information, please contact:
Ian Palethorp
Honorary Secretary
[email protected]
Applications reviewed by committee
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CONTACT US
Oil Industries Club. Cedars Coach House Church Road Windlesham Surrey GU20 6BL
