I’m in my 40s and seeing young women getting into the game but not joining clubs, I totally get it. So, what’s putting them off? The same things that would put me off if I was an amateur player.

The Cost

Spending on a joining fee, sometimes over £1,000, and then often twice as much again on a golf club membership is a big chunk of annual income. When women work and have children, disposable income simply wouldn’t be dropped on a membership. I couldn't afford or justify this.

I’d consider a club if it had leisure facilities and tennis, a gym or a pool. If this was something I’m already paying for, then golf as part of my leisure membership would be ideal. If a golf club has an affiliate membership where I pay a reduced green fee each time, I’d consider it…or even an off-peak membershi

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