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Century of Golf

Heritage Series from Your Golf Travel

Heritage Series - A Century of Golf

Golf courses with over a Century of history

Whether it is an honours board with dates going back well into the sands of time or a rich history that has seen a golf course enjoy amazing moments that have given so much to the game of golf.

The global nature of golf also sees it enjoy a number of exciting destinations that have courses over 100 years old. Whether it is the popular layouts in Northern France at Le Touquet, Wimereux or Hardelot, visiting Royal Cape Golf Club in South Africa or playing at Pinehurst in North Carolina, a golf holiday to one of these stunning golf courses is sure to be one that lives long in the memory.

Celebrating the Heritage of golf with Your Golf Travel.

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Historic Golf Courses from around the World

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UK & Ireland

Historic Golf Courses

As one of the epicentres of golf, it is easy to see why so many golf courses match the over-100-year barometer. Whether it is heading to the South-West of England and playing the links layouts of Saunton or enjoying the history of Hunstanton in the East of England you'll get to play courses that have stood the test of time and challenge any level of golfer who steps onto the 1st tee.

Head into Wales for the likes of Royal Porthcawl and Tenby Golf Club, which lays claim to being the oldest in Wales.

Take your pick in Ireland & Northern Ireland with the likes of Royal Belfast, Lahinch, Royal Dublin and Royal County Down, all with a history which extends before 1900.

Those venturing to The Home of Golf in Scotland can see the likes of The Old Course at St Andrews (1754), Musselburgh (1774) and Scotscraig (1817) lay claim to being golf's most historical fairways.

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European

Historic Golf Courses

Golf in mainland Europe is one that enjoys a great deal of adventure & Royal connections. Whether it's Cannes Golf Club which in 1891 was created by Grand Duke Michael of Russia and became the golfing playground of Prince Albert in the French Riviera or the famed British designers of Harry Colt & Tom Simpson heading over to make their mark on Northern France's Paris-by-the-Sea, golf is something that is very much at the heart of many sought after destinations across the world.

Heritage & history can be enjoyed in Italy at the likes of Rome Aquasanta Golf Club which combines views Rome's stunning landmarks or try your luck in Spain at Real Club de Golf de Las Palmas which holds the title of Spain's Oldest Golf Course having been originated in 1891.

Wherever your golf takes you on your 100-year+, you'll be sure to appreciate the moments that have taken place on the fairways before you.

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Worldwide

Historic Golf Courses

As golfing pioneers headed over from Scotland to far-flung destinations around the world, the game's reach began to take on a truly global flavour.

Whether it is Pinehurst, considered to be the golfing heartbeat of North America or golf's most iconic sandbelt where Royal Melbourne sits proudly amongst the world's top golf courses, the mark of golf has been left for all to see and enjoy.

Sensational golf courses are there to be enjoyed across the world. Head off now to explore some fantastic golf courses and follow in the footsteps of the golfing explorers whose passion for the game led them to drive the sport that we love to almost every corner of the globe.

Historic UK & Ireland Golf Course Offers

Historic European Golf Course Offers

Historic Worldwide Golf Course Offers

Other notable golf courses over 100 years old

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