WINDWHISTLE Golf Club, near Chard, will be renamed after being bought by a long-standing club member. 
Steve Hill has bought the 18-hole course in Cricket St Thomas, which includes a driving range, a putting green and a clubhouse.

He has planning permission for 47 units of self-contained accommodation and two squash courts. 

Mr Hill said: “I’e been a member at Windwhistle for many years, and having seen the return to agricultural use of many local golf courses I was determined for Windwhistle to continue and make it a premier golfing destination. 

“Changes have already begun with a rebranding to Cricket St Thomas Golf Club, which signifies a fresh start for the club, plus the appointment of PGA professional Paul Deeprose as the new general manager.”

Estate agents Savills completed the sale of the golf club on behalf of a “private client”.