The ninth has blind fairway bunkers to catch a wayward tee shot as we cross the East Drive and up to Calcot Park's Mansion House.

It is to be hoped that the golfer has not found the outward half sufficiently penal to be tempted to abandon his game in favour of the nearby Clubhouse. To do so would be to miss an equally delightful inward half.

If refreshments are required, the Halfway Hut welcomes golfers adjacent to the 10th tee. Stop for a sausage bap and a soft drink, or perhaps something stronger...