From the the palm-fringed links of Mauritius to the historic fairways of Cape Town, Africa’s golfing story is older and richer than many imagine. This article hightlights the oldest centenary golf clubs in Africa per country.
From Canada to Chile, uncover the legendary clubs where golf first took root in North, Central and South America. This article hightlights the oldest centenary golf clubs in the Americas per country.
From royal greens to colonial relics, tee off into the rich golfing heritage of Asia and Oceania. This article hightlights the oldest golf clubs in Asia and Oceania per country, all founded before 1925.
Photo credits: The Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh
Golf may have been formalised in Scotland, but its roots run deep across Europe. This article hightlights the oldest golf clubs in Europe per country, all founded before 1925.
See how golf developed from a local tradition in Scotland into a global sport. The data reflects historical moments that shaped its growth, including social change, empire, and world wars.
Watch the expansion of golf from its earliest Scottish roots to a global sport. This visual map highlights how clubs founded over 100 years ago continue to thrive today.
Photo credits: The Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh
This ranked directory features golf clubs around the world that are over 100 years old. Curated by The Centenary, it celebrates institutions that have upheld the traditions of the game for more than a century.