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From a meeting of local residents in December 1909, it was
proposed that a nine-hole Golf Course should be built and
a suitable Clubhouse erected. It was felt that the land was
well-suited for a golf course because of its rolling nature
which embraced the famous Grim's Dyke, and from which the
Club takes its name. The turf had lain undisturbed for generations
and the grass was fine and close.
This
was the beginning of Grim's Dyke Golf Club and on 16th May
1910, a 9-hole Course totalling 2476 yards was opened for
play. The Grand Opening of Grim's Dyke Golf Club was on Saturday
18th June 1910 by Sir W S Gilbert which marked a most important
landmark in the social life of Pinner and Hatch End. The Club
immediately became a centre, not only for those who played
the game but also, a charming spot to take afternoon tea and
meet friends.
The
construction of a further 9 holes commenced in 1921. This
decision was not taken lightly and had been debated for three
years.
Immediately
after the War in 1945, the services of a golf architect were
commissioned to improve the layout of the Course. This design
has been retained since then, although alterations have been
made to improve certain aspects.
In
1972 the tree population of the Course was ravaged by Dutch
Elm disease and many beautiful old trees had to be sacrificed.
Tree planting is a continuous policy on the Course and there
are many young and staked trees of varying types and size
to be seen.
In
1936 the Clubhouse was constructed on the site it now occupies.
There have been considerable alterations and extensions over
the years but it still retains a very pleasant view over a
golf course that is compact, varied and quite testing.
Welcome
to Grim's Dyke Golf Club
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