Why are we holding the golf day?
I’m Lloyd Damron, Sales Director of Bennett and Game, but more importantly, I’m Darcy’s Dad.
We are holding this charity golf day in loving memory of our daughter, Darcy. Although her life was heartbreakingly short, the impact she has had on our family, and on everyone who knew her, will last forever. Darcy bravely fought a devastating brain tumour, and during the darkest and most painful time of our lives, we were supported with extraordinary compassion, dignity and kindness by Naomi House & Jacksplace Hospice.
Darcy spent 16 precious days at Naomi House, where she was able to enjoy time in the pool, relax in the sensory room, and where we took long walks together around the beautiful grounds. In those moments, surrounded by care and understanding, we felt like parents again, not carers, not visitors, just a family making memories. Naomi House didn’t just care for Darcy; they cared for us as her parents too, giving us comfort, space, and moments we will cherish forever.
Why are we raising money?
In Darcy’s memory, we created Darcy’s Dream to ensure that other families facing the unimaginable can receive the same love and support that meant so much to us. Through Darcy’s Dream, we are raising funds for Naomi House & Jacksplace, the hospice that cared for Darcy and supported us when we needed it most.
We are aiming to raise £58,000, representing the 58 days Darcy bravely fought her brain tumour with all funds raised from this charity golf day going directly to Naomi House & Jacksplace. The hospice needs to raise around £9 million every year to continue its vital work, with only around 10% coming from statutory funding, meaning it relies heavily on the generosity of supporters to survive.
This golf day is one of several fundraising events we are organising to turn our grief into something positive. By taking part, you are helping ensure that families walking a similar path to ours are never alone, and that their children are cared for with warmth, dignity and love. Thank you for supporting Darcy’s Dream, and for helping us transform Darcy’s story into hope for others.
Goodwood is England’s greatest sporting estate. Seat of the Dukes of Richmond for over three centuries, the family has always welcomed their friends and guests to share in their love of sport. Hunting, shooting, cricket, horse racing, golf, flying and motor racing have all been introduced by enthusiastic family members.
Goodwood has been at the heart of the English summer season for at least two hundred years. It hosts the internationally famous Festival of Speed, The Qatar Goodwood Festival and Goodwood Revival, three of the largest events in the British sporting and social calendar.
Within its 12,000 acres, Goodwood is home to one of the largest lowland organic farms in England, a famous Battle of Britain airfield, a historic racecourse and motor circuit, two golf courses and one of the oldest cricket grounds in the country, all centred around the magnificent Goodwood House.
Image credit: Ian Stannard - Wikipedia
Golf at Goodwood
Golf has been played at Goodwood for over a century. There are two Championship golf courses on the Goodwood estate: the Downs Course and the Park Course. The Downs Course was designed originally for the pleasure of the seventh Duke of Richmond’s golf- mad children by the famous golfer and five-time Open Champion, James Braid, in 1914. It has been described as the finest Downland course in Britain and is ranked as one of the Top 100 Golf Courses in England.
The Park Course, designed by renowned Architect Donald Steel, is situated in the parkland surrounding Goodwood House, overlooked by some of the majestic cedar trees planted by the third Duke of Richmond. ‘Golf At Goodwood’ offers a unique golf experience for all, based around the flexibility of its well-known Credit Membership. A growing Golf Academy programme has encouraged many of tomorrow's golfers to take up the game through the unique and innovative approach Goodwood takes to golf.
Darcy's Dream Golf Day
Friday 5th June | The Park Course
Join us for a special charity golf day set in the stunning surroundings of Goodwood, combining great golf, hospitality and fundraising for a truly meaningful cause.
Arrival & Welcome:
From 8:30am, guests will be welcomed with tea, coffee and a bacon roll in the Goodwood Bar & Grill
Welcome speech, including an overview of the day and scoring format
Golf:
- 18-hole on The Park Course
- Shotgun start at 10:00am
- 12 teams of four, with the option to play a Texas Scramble
- Golf course guide/yardage book provided
- On-course branding opportunities throughout the course
- Full tournament management and comprehensive scoring provided by Goodwood’s dedicated Golf Operations Team
Competitions & Prizes:
- Nearest the Pin
- Longest Drive
- Best 4-Ball Team
- Additional on-the-day prizes
After Golf:
- Golf concludes at approximately 2:00pm
- Prize giving at the 18th hole
- Short talk about Naomi House Children’s Hospice and the impact of the charity
- Event sponsor recognition (if applicable)
- Charity raffle
Dining:
A two-course meal after golf will be served
Entry Prices (includes food & full tournament experience):
£150 per person
£600 per team of four (4-ball)
We look forward to welcoming you to Goodwood for a memorable day of golf, hospitality and fundraising in support of Naomi House Children’s Hospice through Darcy’s Dream 💛
Sponsorship Options
Option 1
Main Event Sponsor - £3,000
(1 opportunity available)
Bennett and Game are proud to be organising this charity golf day and are seeking a Main Event Partner to support and stand alongside the event as the principle sponsor.
As the Main Sponsor, your organisation will be positioned as the lead partner of the event, recognised throughout all event communications, on the day itself, and in post event coverage.
Package includes:
- Team of 4 players with full Goodwood Player Experience
- Dedicated basket of balls and full use of practice facilities
- 2x Shared buggy
- 4 branded metal bag tags
- Club cleaning service after the round
- £50 to spend as a team at the Horsebox for refreshments
- 3x Premium hole sponsorship
- Branding across all main event signage and banners
- Speaking opportunity at prize giving
- Company materials included in all player goodie bags
- Recognition across event communications and social media
- Post-event sponsor acknowledgement
Best suited for:
Businesses seeking headline visibility, client entertainment, and alignment as the lead supporter of the event.
Sponsorship Options
Option 2 - Sponsor a Hole - £1,200 
(10 opportunities available)
Package includes:
- Team of 4 players with full Goodwood Player Experience
- 2x Shared buggy
- £20 to spend as a team at the Horsebox for refreshments
- 2x Branding on a designated hole (tee sign / banner)
- Logo displayed on sponsor board
- Company materials included in player goodie bags
- Social media thank you mention
Best suited for:
Companies seeking a premium team golf experience, combined with strong on-course brand exposure.
Sponsorship Options
Option 3 - Prize / Raffle Sponsor - £500 
(15 opportunities available)
Package includes:
- Sponsorship of a key prize or raffle item
- Branding on prize / raffle table
- Verbal recognition during prize giving
- Logo displayed on sponsor board
- Social media thank you mention
- Option to include company materials in goodie bags
- Player places can be added separately if required
Best suited for:
Businesses wishing to support the event and gain brand visibility without attending on the day.
Next Steps
Interested in getting involved? We would love to hear from you.
Lloyd Damron – Sales Director (Darcy’s Dad)
lloyd.damron@bennettandgame.com
Please cc: Graham Game – COO
graham.game@bennettandgame.com
Thank You
Thank you for considering supporting Darcy’s Dream.
To read her full story or, if you are unable to attend but would like to donate to Darcy please scan here.
