The club in Portsmouth Road was founded in 1892 and is one of the oldest golf clubs in the UK.

Bosses there say they are reeling following a number of incidents, which they say, includes motorbikes tearing up the course.

A picture of an anti-Semitic slogan carved into one of the bunkers has also been shown to Radio Jackie News.

The club is calling on patrons and nearby residents to be extra vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to the police.

The golf club is on ancient common land, meaning it isn’t possible for the site to be monitored by CCTV or protected by fencing.

Mark Rodbard, General Manager, Thames Ditton and Esher Golf Club said,

“Waking up to find our cherished course vandalised has sent shock waves through the club. This mindless vandalism doesn’t just affect our golfers, but the thousands of people who walk their dog, or enjoy the common land every week. We are urging residents to help by remaining vigilant, and any information that helps lead to prosecution will earn a year’s free membership or a pizza a month at the club house restaurant as a thank you.”

He’s spoken with Jackie’s Lucy Mayer.

Karen Davies, Ladies Captain, Thames Ditton and Esher Golf Club said,

“The club and the team take deep pride in caring for the common land for the enjoyment of all, and it beggars’ belief why someone would do this. By working together, our community can help send a clear message to these individuals and hopefully lead to prosecution, and the green given time to recover.”

Statement from Surrey Police:

“Enquiries remain ongoing following reports of criminal damage at Thames Ditton and Esher Golf Club.

Neighbourhood officers visited the club last Tuesday, February 18th, after we received reports that a swastika had been carved into one of the greens overnight on the 15th of February.

All lines of enquiry are being explored, including checking CCTV footage from the area and speaking to people in neighbouring properties. These enquiries remain ongoing.

We have also increased our patrols in the area to deter further offences and to provide reassurance to the local community.

Elmbridge Borough Council has also been made aware of the incident.

It is believed that two dirt bikes may have entered the premises and caused damage on previous occasions.

These included reports of dirt bikes entering the premises and causing damage on the 11th of January 2025 and two reports in November 2024.

Unfortunately, there is no description or number plate of any of the vehicles or those involved.

If you can help us identify those involved or provide any other information which would help us progress our enquiries, please contact us quoting crime ref PR/45250018945.

If you do not wish to leave your name, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”