Fraserburgh Golf Club
Founded in 1777, Fraserburgh is the seventh oldest golf club in the world and the oldest still operating under its original name. Its Corbie Hill links, refashioned by James Braid in the 1920s, is a par 70 of about 6,300 yards through the dunes of Fraserburgh Bay, honest links golf at a fraction of the cost of the famous names.
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The verdict
Fraserburgh Golf Club, founded in 1777, is the seventh oldest golf club in the world and the oldest operating under its original name. Its Corbie Hill links sits among the dunes of Fraserburgh Bay on the northeast tip of Aberdeenshire, a natural, old fashioned links that ranks among the most underrated in Scotland.
The course you play today was refashioned by James Braid in the 1920s, a par 70 of about 6,300 yards that runs out and back through tumbling duneland. It is honest, windswept links golf at a fraction of the cost of the famous names, and it makes a rewarding addition to any northeast Scotland golf tour.
Fraserburgh at a glance
- Founded
- 1777
- Designer
- James Braid
- Type
- Links
- Par
- 70
- Yardage
- About 6,300 yds
- Green fee
- From £60
Founding year, designer, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Fraserburgh Golf Club and leading databases. The club was founded in 1777 and the Corbie Hill course was refashioned by James Braid in the 1920s, a par 70 of about 6,300 yards. Indicative 2026 visitor green fees run from around 60 pounds midweek per round to about 100 pounds for a weekend day ticket. Fees change by season, so always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Corbie Hill is classic Scottish links over genuinely rugged ground, the holes weaving through tall dunes that shelter and expose the player in equal measure. The turf runs firm and fast in summer and the wind off the North Sea is the defining hazard, asking for the low, controlled ball flight that links golf rewards.
The routing makes the most of a dramatic site, with elevated tees giving views over Fraserburgh Bay and several holes running hard against the dunes. The greens are subtle and the bunkering natural, a James Braid layout that has aged with character rather than fuss.
It is a course that gives back honest, affordable links golf of real quality, a hidden gem on a coast better known for its bigger neighbours. Pair it with the great Aberdeenshire links and it earns its place on a serious Scottish itinerary.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Members club that warmly welcomes visitors seven days a week, subject to tee availability |
| Green fee | Indicative 2026 from around 60 pounds midweek per round, about 80 pounds at weekends, with day tickets available |
| Booking | Book through the club in advance, especially for weekend and summer tee times |
| On the day | Walking links with a relaxed, friendly clubhouse; a handicap certificate may be requested |
| Getting there | Fraserburgh, about 45 minutes north of Aberdeen on the northeast Aberdeenshire coast |
| Best months | May to September for the firmest turf and the longest daylight on the Moray Firth coast |
Green fees and access verified June 2026; figures change by season, so always confirm directly before booking.
Where to stay nearby
Most visiting golfers base themselves in Fraserburgh itself or in Aberdeen, both within easy reach of the great northeast links and well supplied with hotels, guest houses and seafood worth the trip. The town puts the Corbie Hill course on the doorstep.
For a links tour of the northeast, an Aberdeen base works well, pairing Fraserburgh with Cruden Bay and the championship links at Royal Aberdeen. It is an ideal region to build an Aberdeenshire links pilgrimage around.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Fraserburgh and Aberdeen.
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Fraserburgh questions
How old is Fraserburgh Golf Club?
Fraserburgh was founded in 1777, making it the seventh oldest golf club in the world and the oldest still operating under its original name.
Who designed the Corbie Hill course?
The present Corbie Hill links was refashioned by the five times Open champion James Braid in the 1920s, working with the natural duneland of Fraserburgh Bay.
What is the par and length of Fraserburgh?
The Corbie Hill course is a par 70 of about 6,300 yards, a classic out and back links through the dunes.
Can visitors play Fraserburgh?
Yes. Fraserburgh welcomes visitors seven days a week subject to tee availability, with indicative 2026 fees from around 60 pounds midweek. Always confirm directly before booking.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Founding year, designer, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.