Ricky is a familiar face to everyone here at The Odney Club. As a vital member of our grounds team, he wears many hats, but one of his most important seasonal tasks is the restoration of our rowing boats. Take a look behind the scenes at how we maintain one of your favourite parts of the Club!

Say hello to Bethany, our Activities Manager! Whether she's managing the pool, the dog paddock, or our action-packed Zumba and archery sessions, Bethany keeps the Club buzzing. She’s also our resident visionary for fun, constantly dreaming up fresh member events like our Easter festivities and the hit Scarecrow Trail. You've made such an impact in such a short time. What did your journey look like before you came to The Odney Club? Whilst I have worked for the Partnership pr

Sutton Road closure: We’d like advise our Partners and Members that there will be an upcoming road closure on Sutton Road which will impact your travel to and from The Odney Club. This closure is due to an essential gas pipe replacement. What to Expect: Roadworks will begin on Monday 30 March - Sunday 12 April. Closure area: Sutton Road will be fully closed to through traffic between St George's Lodge and Odney Lane. Accessing the Club - Please use the following designated ro

Meet Andrew, just one of our many fantastic members here at Odney. We caught up with him recently to hear, in his own words, what the club means to him. Tell us a little about yourself... I’m nearing 74 now, and I spent most of my life in the world of hydraulics engineering, building machines that were shipped all over the globe. But 25 years ago, I decided on a complete change of pace. It was a bit of an accidental career move; we were on holiday for two weeks, and when it c

Paula, from our events team, not only coordinated this year’s fundraising efforts but also stepped up to the challenge of hiking Snowdon. Joining the mission from our front-of-house team, Cristiane completed an incredible 457 km cycle from Paris to Cookham. Here are the highlights and the dedicated work that went on behind the scenes to support Dementia UK. (Cristiane, Paris to Cookham cycle) (Jenny and Paula, climb to Snowdon) Paula, we’ve j

Kadeesha tell us a bit about you... Beyond the bar at The Odney Club, you’ll usually find me with a book in hand. Reading isn’t just a hobby for me; it’s a part of who I am. As an only child, books and crafts were where I found my first 'siblings' and my sense of community. I’ve always loved the escapism of stories, the way you can know a character inside and out until they feel like a true friend. To me, the magic of a book swap is that it creates real-life connections. When

Meet Tracy! From the care of our Odney ducklings to the creative flair that keeps the Manor looking spectacular every season, Tracy is the heartbeat of our welcome! Join us at our beautifully refurbished reception as we sit down with her to discuss the past, the present and the art of looking after our Partners and Members, get to know Tracy below! How long have you been part of the Partnership, and what did your career look like before you joined us? I am probably considered

Let's start at the beginning:  How did you start as a housekeeper, and what path led you to join our team? While my background is in account management, I shifted into housekeeping to find a career that harmonises better with my personal health and family priorities. I'm pleased that this role still enables me to contribute my strong work ethic and dedication to a respected team. The inside scoop:  What's one aspect of your role that you think might surprise our Members? Hone

Recipe for the ultimate roasties: Ingredients: 3 tbsp of beef dripping or Waitrose's Goose fat Maris Piper   or   King Edward potatoes , cut into quarters or large chunks Sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and rosemary Method: To get the ultimate roast potatoes, you need the right start. Head to Waitrose and grab a bag of Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes , they're the best for a crispy crust! Peel them, cut them up, and get them boiling until the edges are just star