Grims Dyke Golf Club

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.The construction of a further 9 holes commenced in 1921. This decision was not taken lightly and had been debated for three years.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. 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.