The Links Diary’s short film introduces the women of St Andrews Ladies’ Putting Club, where friendly competition and a wonderfully unpredictable course keep members coming back.
If you’ve ever been to St Andrews on a Wednesday or Thursday in summer, you may have seen a procession of ladies in light-blue sweaters, making their way around the famous Himalayas with putters in tow. But how much do you know about the ladies whose club calls this famous putting green home?
The Ladies of St Andrews, a five-minute film from The Links Diary, offers a lovely introduction. Through members’ own accounts, it gives viewers a flavour of the course, the club’s history and the pleasure of meeting up for a game.
A place in women’s golf history
Founded in 1867, the club has deep roots in St Andrews. Its official history records how Old Tom Morris laid out the original course, with the acquisition of hilly ground in 1893 giving rise to the Himalayas name.
The film introduces that heritage through the people who continue to enjoy it, connecting the club’s beginnings with the weekly routines of its members.
Competition, company and a little independence
There are trophies to play for, but the members’ accounts of friendship and time outdoors are just as engaging. Expect warmth, humour and an appreciation of getting out of the house for a game.
For W&G readers, that is the film’s strongest appeal. It captures the enjoyment of belonging to a club: having somewhere to go, people to see and a reason to pick up a putter again next week.
Put the kettle on and give it five minutes.
Film credit: The Ladies of St Andrews, by The Links Diary. This article is W&G’s editorial recommendation. All credit for the original film and interviews belongs to The Links Diary.
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