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Historic championship links · Aberdeen

Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Balgownie Links

Aberdeen (Bridge of Don), Aberdeen City, Scotland · Area: Aberdeen & the North East

  • Links
  • Handicap ≤ 24 advised
  • Visitors daily, set times

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Can we play it?

Yes, every day in set visitor windows. The club recommends a handicap of 24 or under and can suggest a mix of tees for higher handicaps. Add it to your trip and Scotland Golf Tours requests the tee time for you.

  • Access

    Weekdays: 08.00–08.30 (up to 3 players) plus Mon & Wed 10.00–11.30 and 14.00–15.30; Tue & Thu 14.00–15.30; Fri 10.00–11.00. Weekends 15.30–16.50 only.

  • The catch

    Narrow windows: Tuesday and Thursday have only the early slot and mid-afternoon, Friday has one morning hour, and weekends are late afternoon only.

  • Our tip

    Aim for a Monday or Wednesday morning, then play Murcar Links next door (about 6 minutes away) in the afternoon.

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At a glance

Checked 15 Oct 2026 · prices in US$, converted from the club's own currency
Course type
Links
Visitor days
Daily, set times · weekends after 15.30
Handicap limit
24 or under recommended (not a stated hard limit); club suggests mixed tees for higher handicaps
Green fee
$170–$390£129–£295 · 2026 (winter rate runs to Apr 2027) · checked 15 Oct 2026
Rates
2026 visitor pack: 6 Apr–10 May 2026 £189; 11 May–18 Oct 2026 £295; closed 19–21 Oct 2026; winter 22 Oct 2026–5 Apr 2027 £129. 2027 spring/summer rates not yet published by the club. 2026 promotions: 36-hole challenge £490 (11 May–31 Aug, both rounds within 7 days).
How to book
With your trip: Scotland Golf Tours requests it for youThe club also takes bookings direct
Caddies
£65 ($85) per round (bag, basic knowledge and yardages); forecaddie £100 ($135). A 10% service charge isn't included but is recommended. Caddie pool can be limited in season.
Buggies and trolleys
Buggy £95, medical certificate only, with a caddie to drive. Pull trolley £10 (2026 pack; website says £8), electric trolley £20, hire clubs £50 (website).
Check-in
At the professional shop on arrival (welcome pack and daily door code). No lead time published.
Nearest airport
Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) · about 17 min (club: under 7 miles)

How to get a tee time

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  1. Build your trip

    Tell the trip builder your dates, group and handicaps. Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Balgownie goes into the plan.

  2. Get a checked plan

    Day by day, with Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Balgownie's visitor rules, drive times and an estimate in dollars.

  3. Scotland Golf Tours requests the time

    They send every player's name and handicap to the club, arrange caddies, and send a final quotation.

  4. Say yes, then play

    Nothing is booked until you confirm. On the day: check in at the professional shop on arrival (welcome pack and daily door code). No lead time published.

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2027 dates to know

  • No 2027 championships or closures published (visitor pack 2026 checked 15 Oct 2026).
  • Winter rate £129 runs 22 Oct 2026–5 Apr 2027.

FAQ

Can visitors play Royal Aberdeen?
Yes, every day in set visitor windows. Weekends are 15.30–16.50 only.
Can you book Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Balgownie for us?
Yes. Build your trip with Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Balgownie in it and Scotland Golf Tours requests the tee time and sends a final quotation. Nothing is booked until you confirm.
Can we book it ourselves?
Yes, directly with the club. If Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Balgownie is one of several courses on your trip, it’s simpler to plan the whole trip in one go.
What handicap do we need?
The club recommends 24 or under because the course is testing, and can suggest a mix of tees for higher handicaps.
Is there a dress code?
Collared golf shirts tucked in, tailored trousers or shorts, golf shoes; no denim or trainers anywhere. Jacket and tie in the dining room, and in the Archie Simpson Lounge on Saturdays.
How much is a caddie?
£65 ($85) a round, or £100 for a forecaddie, requested with your tee time. A 10% tip is recommended.
Is it ever closed?
The 2026 pack shows the course closed to visitors 19–21 October 2026. No 2027 closures are published yet.

Sources

  1. 1. Royal Aberdeen: Visitor Information & Green Fees (handicap, hire prices, dress, T&Cs)15 Oct 2026
  2. 2. Royal Aberdeen: Visitor Information Pack 2026 (FlipHTML5; read via browser)15 Oct 2026
  3. 3. Royal Aberdeen: Home (history)15 Oct 2026

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