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Nairn Dunbar Golf Club History

While Britain and the Empire celebrated Queen Victoria’s 80th birthday on Wednesday 24th May 1899, the townsfolk of Nairn had other things on their mind. A procession of local councillors and dignitaries were led by the Artillery Volunteers Band from the Town House to the first tee at the newly laid out nine hole golf course at Nairn Dunbar. The development of the course had only been made possible through the generosity of Sir Alexander Dunbar of Boath who had made some 60 acres of land available for the construction of nine holes. It was Sir Alexander’s mother, Lady Dunbar, who declared the course open and called on her son to strike the first drive. Tragically, the club’s major benefactor was to die in a drowning accident less than 18 months later.

It took another 25 years and a World War before the club was able to extend the course to 18 holes after acquiring additional land from the Town Council and landowners Brodie of Brodie and Dunbar of Boath. Over the next 14 years the club continued to change the configuration of the course bringing it ever closer to today’s championship layout. This work was interrupted by the outbreak of World War II. Despite the adjacent East Beach being “seeded” with land mines and encroachments by various sections of the armed services, golf continued to be played throughout the war years. However, it took a huge effort by the greenkeeping staff and volunteer members to repair the damages incurred during six years of conflict.

Following the war, golf enjoyed a boom which has continued up to the present day, and Nairn Dunbar was no exception.

The original clubhouse underwent two extensions – in 1962 and again in 1976 – in an effort to keep up with the demands of an increasing membership and visiting players. However, as the club neared its centenary, it became clear that despite improvements to the clubhouse and course, some major redevelopment was required. Three new holes were constructed at the east end of the course towards Culbin Forrest. These were open for play in 1994, becoming the 9th, 10th and 11th, with the three holes on “the Hill”, taken out of use. This land, on the south side of Lochloy Road, was sold to a housing developer, helping to fund the construction of a new £1 million-plus clubhouse which was opened in 1997. 

History Book

100 Years of Golfing History in Nairn – Excellent book for all those history lovers out there, fantastic write ups, old school photos and write ups from over 100 years ago.

Available to buy – £10.00

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⛳️💥 Play 2 courses for £180pp 💥⛳️
Play Nairn Dunbar Golf Club AND Moray Golf Club

Email: 📧 office@nairndunbar.com
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     ⛳️💥  Play 2 courses for £180pp 💥⛳️
Play Nairn Dunbar Golf Club AND Moray Golf Club

Email: 📧 office@nairndunbar.com 
Phone: ☎️ 01667 452741

Are you looking to play Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, our Championship Links Golf Course for 2025? We can take your golf booking, as our diary open ⛳️
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⛳️November to March
Round £35pp
4 Ball Special £100

⛳️April and October
Round £75pp (upto 2pm) / £50pp (after 2pm)
4 Ball Special £235

⛳️May to September
Round £115pp (upto 3pm) / £75pp (after 3pm)
4 Ball Special £350

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Are you looking to play Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, our Championship Links Golf Course for 2025? We can take your golf booking, as our diary open ⛳️ 
Get in touch to book your game! 

⛳️November to March
Round £35pp
4 Ball Special £100

⛳️April and October
Round £75pp (upto 2pm) / £50pp (after 2pm)
4 Ball Special £235

⛳️May to September
Round £115pp (upto 3pm) / £75pp (after 3pm)
4 Ball Special £350

Bookings online 💻📱https://visitors.brsgolf.com/nairndunbargolf#/course/1
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Are you looking to play Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, our Championship Links Golf Course for 2025? We can take your golf booking, as our diary open ⛳️ 
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⛳️November to March
Round £35pp
4 Ball Special £100

⛳️April and October
Round £75pp (upto 2pm) / £50pp (after 2pm)
4 Ball Special £235

⛳️May to September
Round £115pp (upto 3pm) / £75pp (after 3pm)
4 Ball Special £350

Bookings online 💻📱https://visitors.brsgolf.com/nairndunbargolf#/course/1
Call the office on 01667 452741, option 1 ☎️

Are you looking to play Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, our Championship Links Golf Course for 2025? We can take your golf booking, as our diary open ⛳️
Get in touch to book your game!

⛳️November to March
Round £35pp
4 Ball Special £100

⛳️April and October
Round £75pp (upto 2pm) / £50pp (after 2pm)
4 Ball Special £235

⛳️May to September
Round £115pp (upto 3pm) / £75pp (after 3pm)
4 Ball Special £350

Bookings online 💻📱https://visitors.brsgolf.com/nairndunbargolf#/course/1
Call the office on 01667 452741, option 1 ☎️
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As Christmas is approaching, have you started your Christmas shopping? 🤔
We have our Christmas Vouchers available, vouchers can be used for:
🏌️‍♀️Membership
🍻🍔Bar and Catering
⛳️Round of Golf
Pop by the office to purchase

As Christmas is approaching, have you started your Christmas shopping? 🤔
We have our Christmas Vouchers available, vouchers can be used for:
🏌️‍♀️Membership
🍻🍔Bar and Catering
⛳️Round of Golf
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There is still time to join Nairn Dunbar Golf Club and take advantage of our 15 months for the price of 12 membership deal! These costs are OUR 2024 rates too! So join today! 😁⛳️

🏐Ordinary Member, Gent and Lady – £881
🏐Lifestyle Member, Gent and Lady – £781
🏐Senior Member (+66), Gent and Lady – £731
🏐Introductory Member Gent and Lady – £416
🏐Member 31 to 34 – £716
🏐Member 25 to 30 – £551
🏐Member 18 to 24 – £386
🏐Country Member(50mile radius from club) £436
🏐Overseas Member – £261
🏐Junior 16 to 17 – £99
🏐Junior U16 – £44

❌️The prices INCLUDE levies, insurance and Bar/Catering Credit of £35 if over 18❌️

Lots of benefits if you join, details on our website or contact us on office@nairndunbar.com 💻📲
https://nairndunbar.com/members-membership-information/

There is still time to join Nairn Dunbar Golf Club and take advantage of our 15 months for the price of 12 membership deal! These costs are OUR 2024 rates too! So join today! 😁⛳️

🏐Ordinary Member, Gent and Lady – £881
🏐Lifestyle Member, Gent and Lady – £781
🏐Senior Member (+66), Gent and Lady – £731
🏐Introductory Member Gent and Lady – £416
🏐Member 31 to 34 – £716
🏐Member 25 to 30 – £551
🏐Member 18 to 24 – £386
🏐Country Member(50mile radius from club) £436
🏐Overseas Member – £261
🏐Junior 16 to 17 – £99
🏐Junior U16 – £44

❌️The prices INCLUDE levies, insurance and Bar/Catering Credit of £35 if over 18❌️

Lots of benefits if you join, details on our website or contact us on office@nairndunbar.com 💻📲
https://nairndunbar.com/members-membership-information/
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We are taking golf bookings for 2025 ⛳️ Get in touch to book your game at our Championship Links Golf Course.

⛳️November to March
Round £35pp
4 Ball Special £100

⛳️April and October
Round £75pp (upto 2pm) / £50pp (after 2pm)
4 Ball Special £235

⛳️May to September
Round £115pp (upto 3pm) / £75pp (after 3pm)
4 Ball Special £350

Bookings online 💻📱https://visitors.brsgolf.com/nairndunbargolf#/course/1

Call the office on 01667 452741, option 1 ☎️

We are taking golf bookings for 2025 ⛳️ Get in touch to book your game at our Championship Links Golf Course.

⛳️November to March
Round £35pp
4 Ball Special £100

⛳️April and October
Round £75pp (upto 2pm) / £50pp (after 2pm)
4 Ball Special £235

⛳️May to September
Round £115pp (upto 3pm) / £75pp (after 3pm)
4 Ball Special £350

Bookings online 💻📱https://visitors.brsgolf.com/nairndunbargolf#/course/1

Call the office on 01667 452741, option 1 ☎️
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❄✨Winter Opening Hours✨❄
These hours will start from Monday 18th November

Closing times may vary depending on business

We look forward to seeing you in the clubhouse and supporting us 😃

❄✨Winter Opening Hours✨❄
These hours will start from Monday 18th November

Closing times may vary depending on business

We look forward to seeing you in the clubhouse and supporting us 😃
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⛳️Paul Lawrie Junior Quaich Winner goes to Kaci Robertson⛳️

Kaci Robertson member of Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, lifted the Junior Quaich in the final event of the Paul Lawrie Foundation junior tour held at Blairgowrie Golf Club 👏

Rounds of 79 & 75 saw Kaci tied for the lead with first round leader Lara Douglas. Kaci triumphed on the second extra hole to take home the title 🏆

Combined with her recent inclusion in the Scottish Golf Girls team - this marks an end to a very successful season for Kaci. 

Keep it up Kaci and we look forward to more ⛳️

⛳️Paul Lawrie Junior Quaich Winner goes to Kaci Robertson⛳️

Kaci Robertson member of Nairn Dunbar Golf Club, lifted the Junior Quaich in the final event of the Paul Lawrie Foundation junior tour held at Blairgowrie Golf Club 👏

Rounds of 79 & 75 saw Kaci tied for the lead with first round leader Lara Douglas. Kaci triumphed on the second extra hole to take home the title 🏆

Combined with her recent inclusion in the Scottish Golf Girls team - this marks an end to a very successful season for Kaci.

Keep it up Kaci and we look forward to more ⛳️
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Our Open Tournaments are all confirmed for 2025!
These will open on 1st November ⛳

Members: £10
Visitors: £30 (will include a £5 voucher for the clubhouse, given on the day of the open)

Our Seniors 4 Day Open is May has a waiting list in operation
Our 5 Day Open in August has 8 spaces left!!

Our Open Tournaments are all confirmed for 2025!
These will open on 1st November ⛳

Members: £10
Visitors: £30 (will include a £5 voucher for the clubhouse, given on the day of the open)

Our Seniors 4 Day Open is May has a waiting list in operation
Our 5 Day Open in August has 8 spaces left!!
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Now that we are in October, it's time to prepare for Winter Golf ❄️⛳️

From 1st November 2024 to 31st March 2025 you can take up our Winter Ticket for £200. This allows you to play in our Winter League Competitions and you get a loyalty card for the clubhouse to give you 10% off food and drink purchases.

If you enjoyed the course and take out a Full Membership in April, you would get £100 off!

#nairndunbar #wintergolf #championshipcourse #novembertomarch

Now that we are in October, it`s time to prepare for Winter Golf ❄️⛳️

From 1st November 2024 to 31st March 2025 you can take up our Winter Ticket for £200. This allows you to play in our Winter League Competitions and you get a loyalty card for the clubhouse to give you 10% off food and drink purchases.

If you enjoyed the course and take out a Full Membership in April, you would get £100 off!

#nairndunbar #wintergolf #championshipcourse #novembertomarch
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