Aberdour Golf Club

The golf course at Aberdour Golf Club was established in 1896, following the formation of a local committee in 1893 to create a golf club and the procurement of a three-year lease on land at Couston Farm. An initial sum of £300 funded the construction of the course over 40 to 50 acres of land with an annual rent of £50, while the course's design incorporated a grazing agreement with a local farmer.

Renowned designer Willie Park of Musselburgh was involved in designing the original 3,105-yard, 9-hole course, which featured an 80 stroke course record over 18 holes. Following the termination of the initial lease in 1900, the golfing activities temporarily shifted to Burntisland Golf Course before settling at a new location offered by the Earl of Moray Estate in 1905, with the course officially opening in 1907 and expanding to 18 holes in 1914.

During the 1910s and 1920s, the course saw the introduction of prominent competitions, restrictions on membership numbers, and the addition of the Victory and Grand Fleet Cups. The 1930s marked the inclusion of local children as members and the staging of a Youths Competition, indicating a growing interest in developing young golfers.

The onset of World War II led to defensive measures that reduced the course to 10 holes and the improvisation of club facilities due to short supply of equipment. Following the war, it took a year to clear the remnants of military installations and restore the full 18-hole course, with significant impacts on the topography and club infrastructure.

Post-war recovery in the 1950s and 1960s saw various improvements, such as Aberdour's success in local team championships, a licensed clubhouse, and a reorganized course layout. The subsequent decades brought expansions and renovations—like the purchase of Charleshill land in the 1970s and the Charleshill extension works in the 1980s—enhancing the competitive and recreational appeal of the course.

In the 1990s, the club elevated its profile by hosting a range of Open championships and balancing membership equality between men and women while upgrading facilities. Celebrating its centenary in 1996, the course hosted significant championships and events, demonstrating its established stature in the golfing community.

Into the 2000s, the course continued to flourish with further clubhouse improvements, hosting national junior championships, and seeing a new course record set by Scott Michie with a score of 59. The club gained recognition as one of the top golfing experiences in Scotland in the early 2010s.

Today, Aberdour Golf Club's membership exceeds 800, and the course, now measuring 5,447 yards, continues to attract over 3,000 visitors annually. The course has matured over the decades into a full 18-hole playing field, maintaining its significance in the golfing landscape of Scotland.

Green fees vary depending on the time of year and day of the week. Bookings can be made via the 'Book Now' button.

Winter rates (November to March) are lower than summer rates (April to October).