Oxford Ladies Golf Club celebrate anniversary of formation

The event was held to commemorate the 125th anniversary of Oxford Ladies Golf Club in Cowley.

A day of celebration took place at Oxford Golf Club, marking the women’s club’s formation in 1901 only a couple of weeks after Queen Victoria’s death.

Linda Halsey, joint secretary of Oxford Ladies Golf Club, said: “This is a milestone moment for our club.

“We can be incredibly proud of our history, and that golf was an early instigator in making sport accessible to women when – at the time of our club’s creation – opportunities were previously limited.

“We have a year of events planned to mark the occasion and celebrate our club’s history and the positive impact it has had on women’s golf.”

The club promotes golf among women through competitions, coaching, and outreach, including a dedicated Ladies Academy.

Membership has grown in recent years, with the three-tier academy – designed by head PGA professional Joe Pepperell – easing new players into the sport.

Ms Halsey said the academy, which began after the pandemic, has been a major boost.

She said: “People today appreciate golf for what it is – an outdoor, social sport which promotes exercise, positive mental health, fun and friendship.

“If it’s something anyone is interested in taking up, we’d love to hear from you.”