Discover Timeless Golf at Forfar Golf Club: Secure Your Life Membership Today
Welcome to Forfar Golf Club, one of Scotland’s most historic golf courses and the birthplace of the world’s first 18-hole golf course from inception. Nestled in the scenic heart of Angus, Forfar Golf Club offers an exceptional experience that combines a rich golfing legacy with a fantastic course that is unique and memorable. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a history enthusiast, a round at Forfar promises an unforgettable journey through time.
A Historic Legacy: The World’s First 18-Hole Golf Course
Founded in 1871, Forfar Golf Club proudly holds the title of being the first course anywhere in the world that was built with 18 holes from the day it opened as that had only just become the approved standard size for a golf course at that time. Long before the sport of golf reached its global popularity, Forfar’s innovative course design set the standard for all new golf courses that followed worldwide. As a member, you will be part of this proud legacy, connecting with a tradition that has shaped the game of golf for over 160 years.
Designed by Golfing Legends: Old Tom Morris and James Braid
The Forfar Golf Club course features designs by two of golf’s greatest names—Old Tom Morris and James Braid. Old Tom Morris, a golfing icon of the 19th century, originally designed the course with a strategic layout that harmonized with the natural beauty of the Scottish landscape. In 1926, James Braid, a five-time Open Champion, refined the course to improve its playability while maintaining its historic charm.
Today, Forfar Golf Club remains a prime example of traditional Scottish golf course design. The combination of Morris’s vision and Braid’s enhancements provides a challenging yet picturesque layout that tests golfers of all levels while offering stunning views of the surrounding Angus countryside.
Why Forfar Golf Club is a Must-Play Destination for Every Golfer
Forfar Golf Club is more than just a course—it’s a golfing experience that combines rich heritage with exceptional playability. Here are a few reasons why Forfar should be on every golfer’s bucket list:
- World-Renowned Golf Course: Forfar consistently ranks as one of Scotland’s top golf courses, offering championship-level golf in an iconic location. Host venue for many national championships over the years and regularly included of several lists of Top100 courses in Scotland and other UK & Ireland lists published by top international golf magazines.
- Historic Significance: As the birthplace of the world’s first golf course built as 18-hole from the day it opened, a trend that followed each championship course ever since. Forfar offers a unique opportunity to play a hugely significant part of the game’s evolution.
- Challenging & Beautiful: The layout offers a blend of challenging holes and strategic hazards. Unique rig & furrow undulations that offer a links feel on a course that is cut out of a native Scots Pine woodland and perfectly manicured greens make it a thrilling experience for golfers of all abilities.
Join Forfar Golf Club: Become a Life Member Today
As a Life Member of Forfar Golf Club, you’re not just gaining access to a historic 18-hole golf course; you’re becoming part of a proud golfing legacy. The Golf club is looking to generate some additional capital to invest into its fleet of greens machinery and continue to produce course conditions of the highest possible quality for all our members and guests alike. Benefits of membership will include:
- Unlimited Golf: Enjoy year-round access to the course, with no annual subscription fees to renew. Play at your leisure on one of the world’s most historic courses.
- Exclusive Member Benefits: Participate in special events, competitions, and connect with like-minded golf enthusiasts who share a passion for the game’s history and tradition.
- Be Part of a Legacy: As a Life Member, you’ll hold a special place in the club’s prestigious lineage, a lineage that spans over 154 years.
- Receive a welcome pack that includes such club crested items like a polo shirt, a cap or bobble hat, a golf towel and a metal bag tag that proudly states that you are a Life member of Forfar Golf Club established in 1871.
- Recognition within the clubhouse. Have your name and home club on the wall in the bar area as an International Life Member.
- Receive a members card with bar credit and get discounts and preferred rates in the Club Bar, Shop and in the club’s old Steward’s house accommodation.
Golf in Scotland with a base at Forfar Golf Club where you are well located and offered the perfect opportunity to experience authentic Scottish golf. Less than 30 minutes from the world famous Carnoustie, under an hour from The iconic Old course in St Andrews and only a little further to Gleneagles or Kingsbarns plus countless other fantastic courses around the home of golf.
Scotland, with its rich golfing heritage, picturesque landscapes, and welcoming culture, is a dream destination for golf enthusiasts. By securing a Life Membership at Forfar, you’re gaining exclusive access to one of the most historic and iconic golf courses in the world—a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with the birthplace of golf.
Ready to Become a Life Member for just £979?
Take the next step in your golfing journey by joining Forfar Golf Club as a life member. Just Click on the link below to set up yours and make payment.
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Please note that this if a lifetime subscription so you will not need to pay any further subscription fees as a member. There will be annual national affiliation fees, that allow you to hold a world handicap through Scottish Golf, and a bar levy that gets credited to your membership card to spend when you visit. Become part of a tradition that dates back over 160 years, enjoy unlimited golf on our fantastic course, and experience the beauty and challenge of one of Scotland’s top-rated golf courses.
Join today and make your mark at Forfar Golf Club, where history, challenge, and beauty meet.
