British Golf Museum

The British Golf Museum is a museum in St Andrews that documents golf's history through a large collection of equipment, trophies, and records. The exhibition includes objects from many periods and shows how the game and its technology developed.

The collection started in 1864 when the Royal and Ancient Golf Club formed a committee to gather golf artifacts. The museum opened to the public in 1990.

The museum shows how golf evolved from a simple pastime into a professional sport, displaying the craftsmanship and playing techniques that changed over time. Visitors can see how equipment transformed and what role the sport played in Scottish culture.

The museum is easy to reach and sits near St Andrews town center with clear signage. It maintains regular opening hours throughout the year except during Christmas and New Year.

One unusual feature is a golf ball made from cane by a prisoner from Edinburgh during World War II. The museum also houses the oldest known set of golf clubs ever found.

Location: Fife

Website: https://britishgolfmuseum.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 56.34394,-2.80151

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05