One Hundred Club - Teignmouth Golf Club

Learn more about Teignmouth Golf Club! Designed by Dr Alister Mackenzie, our stunning sea view, 18 hole golf course has welcomed players since 1924.

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where it all started

1914

The land before the golf club existed was used by the Army including the Devon Yeomanry for training during the War period.

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2024

1923

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humble beginnings

1923

A committee formed by local Dr. Morton Palmer decided to build the golf course with the kind permission of Heber Marden and
called upon the world famous Dr. Alister MacKenzie from Leeds to design an 18 hole course. The construction work was done by Mr. C. A. MacKenzie also from Leeds who was Alister's brother.

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1914

1924

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Open for Play

1924

9 holes were open to play in May. Heber Marden leased the land to the club and built a clubhouse and the subscriptions were 4 guineas per year.

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1923

1927

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Course & Clubhouse

1927

The owner received an offer for the land and club officials moved swiftly to purchase the course and clubhouse for £2500

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1924

1939

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THE 2ND WORLD WAR YEARS 1939-1945

1939

During the war years the13th,14th and 15th holes were turned into an aerodrome and the other 6 holes on the back 9 were allowed to go back to heathland. Pit props were placed in other parts of the course to stop enemy gliders from landing. After the war the 13th and 14th holes which had been destroyed were re-built and lengthened.

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1927

1972

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MODERNISATION

1972

Major alterations were made to modernise and cater for the increased membership

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1935

1975

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AN EXHIBITION

1975

As Teignmouth Golf Club became established as a first class course various important events were played including the West of England Professional Championship and qualifying for the News of the world matchplay championship. An Exhibition Match was played between Sam Torrance, Bernard Gallagher, Dai Rees and resident Pro Mike Travers and even now it is spoken about by some of the long established members. Subsequently other regional and County events of importance were played at the club.

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1972

2003

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CLUBHOUSE

2003

The clubhouse as it now exists was extended and modernised with a new dining area, new kitchen and ladies' changing rooms.

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1975

2024

One Hundred Club

Mission Statement – To create a program of centenary events that encompasses every section of the club so that ALL members are included.

You will have recently seen reference to our Club celebrating its Centenary in 2024. In order to raise some funds for this important year, a One Hundred Club is being formed.

To join, please complete the form online HERE. An acknowledgement will be issued to you within days together with your membership number, which will be utilised in the monthly draws. Within the link is the constitution of the 100 Club and an application form. To join, please complete by agreeing the terms and return the form online.

Should you have any query to raise about this communication, please consult any of Terri Kennard, Andrew Hurley or Ian Snell.

Please support this vital part of our lead into Centenary year.

Download The One Hundred Club Constitution HERE.