Golf remained in Farringdon for two years until the club moved north to Fulwood in 1895. The new course was built on land owned by the Clayton family, and the club became known as Preston and Fulwood Golf Links.

With guidance from George Lowe, a full 18-hole course was laid out across 4,210 yards of undulating meadowland. Though the name “Fulwood” was later dropped, this is where Preston Golf Club found its permanent home.

Over the years, some of golf’s biggest names helped design and refine our course:

• Harry Vardon – 6-time Open Champion and creator of the famous “Vardon Grip.”

• James Braid – 5-time Open Champion and a prolific course designer.

• Alister MacKenzie – Master of terraced greens and architect of Augusta National.

• Sandy Herd – 1902 Open Champion who beat both Vardon and Braid.

Much of what they envisioned is still part of the course today.

In the early days, admin meetings were held in local pubs, and players changed in a small hut carried over from the Ribbleton course. Things changed when the club acquired Fulwood Old Hall, a historic home of the Clayton family dating back to 1551. That iconic oak door you see today? It likely belonged to the original hall.

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The building wasn't significantly renovated until 1953. A photo comparison from 1953 to 2003 shows just how much the facilities have grown – including stunning locker rooms for both men and women.

Whenever the course was redesigned, the club would host exhibition matches featuring the era’s top players. Legends like Vardon, Braid, Herd, and Taylor have all played here.

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In 1923, a post-renovation match featured A.G. Havers, Abe Mitchell, and Ted Ray, whose scorecard is still proudly preserved.

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In 1974, Preston hosted the Roosevelt Nine Nations Golf Tournament, aimed at helping physically handicapped youth enjoy golf. It was played the Sunday before the Open at Royal Lytham and saw Bob Charles take the win, with Brian Barnes, Roberto de Vicenzo, and John O’Leary in the field.

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And more recently, Adam Scott—winner of The Masters—visited Preston for a summer demo. He even sponsors the Adam Scott Trophy for Junior Golf, continuing the club’s tradition of inspiring the next generation.

The 1950s brought the biggest transformation in our club’s history: the members purchased the land and clubhouse for £8,600. A decade later, 29 more acres were added for £4,060, allowing the course to extend all the way to the clubhouse.

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Highlights from these developments:

• A new 1st hole was created; the former 1st became the 17th.

• A large practice area and new car park were added.

• The 17th hole was extended across a stream and remains one of the toughest in the region.

• Every green was rebuilt to USPGA standards.

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More recently, a brand-new driving range was constructed thanks to a generous member donation, with a focus on encouraging juniors from all backgrounds to try the game.

Our full story is told in the beautifully written book, On Fulwood Green. It’s packed with rare photos, documents, and memories from those who helped build the legacy of Preston Golf Club.

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📖 Pick up a copy at the clubhouse or contact us to learn more.