And, what’s more, fans of the sports are blessed to have access to so many fantastic courses in the Preston area, so without further ado, here we take a look at some of our best archive pictures of Preston’s many golf clubs over the years...
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13. Preston golf clubs down the decades
Mrs D Relph of Penwortham won the Preston and District Ladies Charity Cup played at Ashton and Lea Golf Club. Seven clubs and 84 competitors took part, and the proceeds, a cheque for £350, was presented to representatives from the Royal Cross School for the Deaf. Mrs Kay Procopides is pictured presenting the cheque to Mrs A Turner on behalf of the Royal Cross School Photo: RETRO
14. Preston golf clubs down the decades
The Penwortham Golf Club's Open Boys Challenge Trophy attracted 46 entries from 16 clubs throughout Lancashire. Picture shows Penwortham captain Mr B Crabtree presenting the challenge trophy to D Collinson. In the centre is MS Brennand, runner-up and right M Tyrer of Preston, best gross Photo: RETRO
15. Preston golf clubs down the decades
Penwortham Rose Bowl takes place at Penwortham Golf Club, June 1974 Photo: National World