Golf has been part of Falkland’s story for centuries. The earliest known reference dates to 1503, when King James IV played golf with the Earl of Bothwell while staying at Falkland Palace. This places Falkland among the earliest documented golfing locations in Scotland, woven into the royal and ancient traditions of the game.
The modern Falkland Golf Club was founded in 1902, when a 9-hole course was created on land known as The Myre. The course quickly became a focal point for local golfers and visiting players.
The outbreak of World War II interrupted play, and after the war the original course could not be maintained. For several years, the club continued at Woodmill Farm near Dunshalt, keeping the club’s community alive even away from its historic home.
In 1975, members returned the club to The Myre, re-establishing a new 9-hole course. Since then, Falkland Golf Club has flourished as a friendly, community-focused club rich in heritage.
Today, the course sits in the rolling farmland of the Howe of Fife, beneath the Lomond Hills and overlooked by historic Falkland Palace. Its natural contours, tree-lined fairways and warm welcome make it a favourite for golfers seeking both challenge and charm.