Montrose

Montrose Ladies Golf Club. Instituted 1894. The course, of nine holes, is on the south links, immediately to the west of the Royal Albert Clubhouse.

(in 1889m Royal Albert members helped establish one of the earliest ladies clubs, Linksland)

North Links Ladies Golf Club, Montrose. Instituted 1927. Originally allowed to use the Royal Albert Cluhhouse, by 1929 has accumulated sufficient funds to erect their own clubhouse, and by 1935 had seventy six members and thirty juniors, Amalgamated with the Royal Albert and Montrose Victoria clubs in 1986 to form the Royal Montrose Golf Club.

Harry Ward is a respected golf historian known for his detailed research into the origins and development of the game, particularly in Scotland. His work explores the early courses, players, and traditions that shaped modern golf, bringing to life the stories behind iconic venues and figures. Through careful study and a passion for the sport’s heritage, he helps preserve golf’s rich history for future generations.

All of this work is independently funded out of his own pocket. If you value preserving golf’s history and would like to support his ongoing research, any contribution—no matter how small—would be greatly appreciated.

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