The Council 2026

Club Captain

Wayne Roberts

Wayne joined Hinckley Golf Club in 2018.
He has 3 children and is married to Kelly Roberts, who is Lady Vice Captain at present. Wayne has ran his groundwork’s & tarmacadam Company for 31 years. He plays in numerous competitions, plays B-Team matches & also plays in the mixed section.

Lady Captain

Melissa Albray

Lady Captain Melissa has always been passionate for golf, and on occasions could be found hacking around municipal courses with like-minded friends.  Not wanting to take her hobby too seriously, she didn't join a club until she joined Hinckley Golf Club in 2021.  Now an active member of the Women's section, she also shares her love of golf with her husband and both have become an active part of the mixed section.

Melissa retired from National Grid in 2019, leaving her post of Editor of the Summer and Winter Outlook Report publications, for the energy industry.

President

Steve Woodward

Steve has been a proud member of Hinckley for over 20 years and is looking forward to his year serving as Club President. Over the years Steve has made many great friends and has seen what a special place our club is, both on and off the course.

His aim during the year is to help maintain the friendly, welcoming spirit that makes the club such an enjoyable place for members, guests, and visitors alike. If there’s anything regarding the club you’d like to discuss—other than your golf swings!—please feel free to get in touch. Steve is always happy to hear ideas, suggestions, or simply have a chat.

Let’s all work together to make 2026 a fantastic year, support the events and competitions throughout the season, and continue to enjoy everything our wonderful golf club has to offer. Steve is looking forward to seeing you around the clubhouse and out on the course. 

Vice-Captain

Paul Tyson

Golf Development Director

Steve White

Steve has been a member of Hinckley Golf Club for around 20 years with his main role looking after the development of players in all sections of the club.

Outside of golf, he works as an IT Manager in the world of commercial insurance, which brings with it a wealth of experience in commercial management.

One of his main goals at HGC is to grow the grass-roots side of the club, taking juniors as young as 5 through to 18, and allowing them to experience and develop their golfing skills to become valued members of the club.

spw648@btinternet.com

07778 898271

Seniors Representative

Howard Wilkinson

Howard was born in Manchester 1954, he moved accross to Hull in 1987 and then to Burbage in 1991 and retired in 2019.  A football injury at 18 meant he had to find something else to play and decided to learn to play golf - still learning at 70!! He became a member of Manchester Golf Club 1973, Hull Golf club and Hinckley Golf Club since 1991.   When not playing a round of golf, he enjoys gardening, walking and being with his grandchildren

Greens Representative

Charlie Blakeman

Greens Representative

Craig Hancox

Lady Representative

Rotated throughout year

Younger Members Representative

Ross has been a member at Hinckley for 12 years first starting golf when he was 7 years old. During his time as a junior he has had many moments to be proud of including being Junior Captain in 2023 and being able to represent Hinkcley Juniors in the County Junior League. 
As a colt now, Ross is an active member of the Junior Committee and also participates with County Junior Teams offering support and help organise matches. 
Away from golf, he works as a lifeguard and a first aider with St. John Ambulance. Furthermore, Ihe participates in multiple other sports in particular pickleball and swimming. 
Ross's aim is to encourage more young people to keep enjoying golf, making lifelong memories throughout. 

Handicaps & Comps

Paul Gerrard

Paul has been a member of Hinckley Golf Club for 5 years and was an ex-Conference Football League referee. Emanates from Stoke-on-Trent and moved to Leicestershire with work in 2007. Paul has just retired from the Cadent Gas company after 42 years of continuous service. Paul is married to wife Carolyne and between them have 4 children and 6 grandchildren. Likes: Standing on any golf tee and thinking, hell this is better than work! Hates: Broken tee pegs littering our tees and divots not replaced. Aim: To help move HGC forward and encourage more youngsters to engage with our sport.

cazandpaul01@gmail.com

07535 066392

Welfare Officer

Sandra Baum

Sandra has been at Hinckley Golf Club for over 20 years, and has devoted her time as a committee member of the Club for over eight!   She was Lady Captain in 2017 and 2018 and continues to be an active member of both the Women's and Mixed Sections.

In this role, the continued development and promotion of a safe and inclusive Club environment for all, is a key priority. This includes safeguarding and securing a protective culture for all children, young people and vulnerable adults within the club. The Club welfare Officer is the first point of contact for any issues concerning child welfare, adults at risk, poor practice and potential or alleged abuse.

Should you have any concerns about the welfare or safety of a child, young person or vulnerable member of the club please contact: welfareofficer@hinckleygolfclub.com

welfareofficer@hinckleygolfclub.com

Robert Killarney

Club Professional

Rob joined us from Olton, where he spent six years and achieved his PGA qualification in 2020.  During his time there, he established successful junior and ladies' academies, something he is passionate about continuing and developing here at  Hinckley.  In addition to his coaching, Rob still competes regularly in Pro-Ams and regional events, with six professional wins to his name.

rkgolfcoaching@hotmail.com

Helen Wilebore

Clubhouse Manager

helen @hinckleygolfclub.com

Honorary
Secretary

Bill Baum

honsec@hinckleygolfclub.co.uk