The founder of the Club was Captain Douglas who, together with the 7 other officers of the Madras and Bombay Armies, formed the first committee with Lt. Col. C. D. Dun as the first President. Captain Douglas ....
Extracts of a circular dated January 1st, 1842, addressed to the European residents in India, by Dr. Baikie, reads: “To the Zeal, energy and perseverance of Capt. Douglas – the founder – the Club..
Stepping into the Club today, one is transported back into time and into a world of panelled walls, parquet flooring, highly polished rosewood furniture and gleaming brass fittings.
The large Ballroom is adorned with well-preserved hunting trophies - such as the skin and heads of tiger, leopard, bear, bison, and Sambar deer – donated obviously by members.
Ootacamund club is one of the Premier clubs in India and was incorporated as a limited company under The Indian Companies Act, 1882 on 2nd May 1889. Today, it has been in existence for 180 years as a club and the buildings dates back to 187 years.
179, Club Road, Ootacamund - 643 001, The Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, India.
0091 423 244 2255, 244 4335, 244 3117
