Royal Colombo Golf Club — Attraction in Colombo

Our history dates back to the establishment of the game of golf in Sri Lanka, and over a century of sport and sporting traditions, customs, manners and styles of the British in Ceylon. A fragment of it is to be seen in the founding of the Colombo Golf Club and its life thereafter as the Royal Colombo Golf Club.

In 1879, a handful of intrepid British expatriates decided that it was time to introduce golf to a small British Colony called Ceylon. The British were recognized for their skills in organized sports and it inevitably spread throughout Ceylon. Not only golf but horse racing, polo, cricket, football, hockey and rugby were initially introduced on Galle Face Green. It was there, sharing with cricket and rugby enthusiasts on Galle Face Green, that the Royal Golf Club was inaugurated without a clubhouse or a proper golf course.

After the first year of being inaugurated, nine gentlemen met and decided it was time to elect a committee and create a set of rules to handle the affairs of the club. On the Saturday afternoon of March 13th, 1880, they met at the Colombo Club and held the first Annual General Meeting. Membership was growing fast and Galle Face Green was becoming more and more crowded, what with sharing the ground with other sports enthusiasts and the general public. Edward Aitken took the chair and R. L. M. Brown was the first Honorary Secretary. The first Chairman and Captain was W. Law and the committee consisted of W. Somerville, F. A. Fairlie and R. Webster.

Sir Charles Henry de Soysa, a Ceylonese philanthropist, set up a farm named Alfred Model Farm in pursuit of creating a centre for excellence in agriculture and animal husbandry. The farm never took off and he ended up gifting the land to the colonial government. Around the same time, Sir West Ridgeway arrived in Colombo as the new British Governor of Ceylon. Being a golf enthusiast himself, the golfing community’s requests for a separate ground fell on sympathetic ears. On July 1896 the Alfred Model Farm was officially converted to the Colombo Golf Club.

In 1928, His Majesty King George V, bestowed upon the Club the privilege of using the prefix “Royal”, and consequently the Colombo Golf Club came to be known as the Royal Colombo Golf Club.

Beautiful golf ground.Mid of the ground, the Kelaniweli train line falls which gives immense beauty to the...

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Royal Colombo Golf Club, and it was an absolute delight from start to finish. The ambiance is unparalleled, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The highlight of my experience was undoubtedly the time spent with friends at the club. Whether it was enjoying a round of golf or simply relaxing over drinks, the camaraderie and laughter made it an unforgettable outing.

Now, let's talk about the food - it was simply divine! I had the pleasure of dining there for dinner, and every dish exceeded my expectations. From the appetizers to the main course, each bite was bursting with flavor and made with the finest ingredients. The chefs truly know how to tantalize the taste buds.

Moreover, I must commend the staff for their exceptional service. They went above and beyond to ensure that we felt welcomed and attended to every need with warmth and professionalism. Their hospitality truly enhanced the overall experience.

In conclusion, if you're looking for the perfect place to unwind with friends while enjoying delectable cuisine and impeccable service, look no further than the Royal Colombo Golf Club. It's a hidden gem that deserves all the praise it receives. I can't wait to return for another...

Lean from others and come out of stone age UPGRADE YOUR-self #Talent without working hard is nothing ;- Mr C Ronaldo

Do not play this course. I was told the kids sizes 45 available and buy the ticket for range, after bought ticket pro shop said no kids size up to age 10 but offered age 12 kids sizes, Which we refused to receive. and the rules are very odd and out dated as the bosses wants keep their high standards over the history of club without a action or producing prominent players in the club to international level. (Talent without working hard is nothing ;- Mr C Ronaldo) you Chairman and Caption to club you lean from others and come out of stone age UPGRADE YOURself

Also pro shop mentioned Golf clubs in SL are not generally promote sport to kids till then turn up 10 years, What a joke eh, The greens are horrendous, the fairways lower than poor. The catering was undoubtedly the worst I've ever had, The people that run this course are backward. Cost me time, money. Do not play this course ever, your better off with crazy golf. Couldn't run anything. Close the course, build a...