Royal Burgess Golfing Society

A view worth experiencing. 🌅

From our tree-lined fairways to the historic city skyline beyond, Royal Burgess offers a distinct blend of heritage and tranquillity.

Every round on our mature parkland course is an invitation to experience nearly three centuries of golfing history at its absolute finest.

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After the 1956 and 1959 Penfold tournaments, wind the clock forward to 1965 and the Pringle of Scotland Championship held at Royal Burgess Golfing Society It was won by South African Cobie Legrange, who had won both the British and Australian Masters in the previous year. He opened with two 66’s before winning with a 279 total. Winners cheque of £750!

Again another amazing field including Peter Thomson, Christy O’Connor, Bob Charles, Tony Jacklin, Kel Nagle, Roberto de Vincenzo, & Neil Coles.
It is interesting to note that Peter Thomson finished 7th, seven strokes behind Legrange , before going on to win his 5th British Open at Royal Birkdale Golf Club shortly afterwards #1735

A visit to Royal Burgess is far more than 18 holes - it is an invitation to step into the living history of the game.🏆

Inside our clubhouse, nearly three centuries of tradition are preserved in iconic silver trophies, historic archives, and timeless memorabilia. Beyond the glass, long late-summer light frames the putting green as golfers gather to share stories of the day's play.

It is not simply a round of golf; it is an unforgettable experience steeped in Scottish heritage.

As August arrives, late-summer golf at Royal Burgess reaches its most captivating phase. 🌅

Tranquil golden evenings and pristine playing conditions make this one of the most rewarding times of the year to step onto our historic fairways. After your round, our Victorian clubhouse awaits to offer quiet hospitality amidst nearly three centuries of heritage.

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Following the 1956 Penfold-Swallow, the next big Professional event held at the Burgess was the 1959 Swallow-Penfold Tournament. This was won by Peter Butler with a score of 280 (75-72-67-66) and the £1,000 top prize! Peter Butler was a 4x Ryder Cup Europe player, played in the The Masters 7 times and the The Open 23 times (2 top tens).

Again some of the best golfers in the world were playing at Barnton. These included 4x Open Champion B***y Locke, 4x Open Champion Peter Thomson, 3x Open Champion Henry Cotton along with Harry Weetman (finishing 2nd), John Panton, Dai Rees, Bernard Hunt, & Harold Henning . #1735

Another year of Club Champions being added to the history of The Society.
While we continue to evolve and embrace a modern edge, we’re equally proud of our rich history and heritage. Some traditions stand the test of time—and for good reason.
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Every Major championship brings its own magic, but there is nothing quite like Open week.

What is your favourite Open Championship memory?

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Did you know we hosted our first big professional event at Barnton in 1956 for the Penfold Swallow PGA Championship.
This was won by Eric Lester. This name might not be familiar with many of you, however there may be some of the other competitors in this event who are. For example, this was the first professional event that a 20 year old GARY PLAYER played in the UK. Full of Ryder Cup players too: Dai Rees, Fred Daly, Harry Weetman & Eric Brown; alongside 4 time Open winner Bobby Locke, Christy O’Conner and 1951 Open Champion Max Faulkner (at Royal Portrush).
Some 11,000 spectators attended the event. This was also the first professional tournament in the UK to have a winners cheque of £1,000 #1735

July is underway, and the Burgess is enjoying one of the most defining periods of our year.

Amidst a busy schedule of traditional club events, visitor times remain available for those wishing to experience Royal Burgess at its peak.

Come and enjoy a course sculpted by the legendary trio of Morris, Park, and Braid, presented in immaculate midsummer condition. ☀️

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