Join us for a memorable day of golf and good company at Craigielaw Golf Club, overlooking the Firth of Forth on Scotland’s Golf Coast.

We’ll tee off at 10:30am for 18 holes of classic seaside golf, full greens and no mats, followed by a festive meal in the clubhouse. The perfect way to round off another season and share a few stories along the way.

The cost for the day is £35.00 per person, and places are open exclusively to 1457 Society members.

On-site accommodation is available at a special rate in the Lodge at Craigielaw. We will circulate a separate email with more information to all members .

Join us on Friday 17th October for a memorable day at West Kilbride Golf Club, a true Ayrshire championship links.

The day begins with tea, coffee and a breakfast roll on arrival before we head to the first tee at 12:05pm for 18 holes of classic seaside golf. After play, enjoy a well-earned two-course meal in the clubhouse as we share stories from the round.

The cost for the day is £88 per person, and places are open exclusively to 1457 Society members.

After such an enjoyable day last year, we’re repeating the nine holer event on 26th September. Play nine at Comrie GC and then take a short 10-15 minute drive to play another nine holes at St Fillans GC. These little nine holers are so much fun and are a huge part of golf in Scotland.

This event includes tea/coffee and bacon rolls on arrival at Comrie Golf Club and a meal after the round at St Fillans.

12 spots available.

Open to members - £48.00

Join us for a fantastic day on the championship links at Kilmarnock Barassie Golf Club on the outskirts of Troon. Barassie Links is steeped in history having hosted Final Qualifying for The Open on numerous occasions, and it boasts a legacy of legendary champions. It was here that three-time Open Champion Sir Henry Cotton triumphed in the Daily Mail Professional, showcasing his mastery of the links. More recently, Louise Duncan etched her name into the history books with victory at The Women’s Amateur Championship and in 2024 Korean golfers Hyosong Lee and Seonghyeon An were crowned Girls and Boys champions at The R&A Junior Open..

The Day at a Glance

Tee Off for 18 Holes
We’ll meet for tea/coffee and a morning roll in the Barassie clubhouse at 10:30am ahead of our first tee time at 11:30am, ready to enjoy a fantastic round of golf.

Two-Course Meal
After the round, we’ll head to the Walker Cup Players’ Lounge for a two-course meal, an opportunity to relax, socialise, and relive the day’s highlights.

Entry Fee: £98.00
Spaces are limited to 20 members, so be sure to secure your spot soon.

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to experience Barassie Links at an exclusive 1457 Society rate! For just £98 - against the regular golf only green fee of £140 - you’ll enjoy both a round of golf on this iconic course and full catering.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us on Friday 30th May for a fantastic day of golf at Ladybank Golf Club, one of Scotland’s finest inland courses. Designed by Old Tom Morris, Ladybank stretches just over 6,600 yards from the medal tees, featuring strategic dog-legs, small contoured greens, and a challenging yet rewarding layout that has hosted Open Championship Qualifying.

This pairs event offers a fun twist with the "Better Ball, Worst Ball" Challenge:

• Front 9 – Best Ball: Each player plays their own ball, with the team’s best score counting.

• Back 9 – Worst Ball: Both players play their own ball, but the team’s worst score counts!

• Par 3s – both scores count on these tricky short holes.

With stroke play scoring and prizes for the best front 9, best back 9, and overall winners, this promises to be a fun and competitive day.

Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch with fellow society members before the round.

Are you ready for the challenge? Secure your spot now!

THE DAY AT A GLANCE

One-Course Lunch
We’ll be at the club from 12 noon ahead on a one-course lunch at 12.30pm.

Tee Off for 18 Holes
Our first tee time at 1:45pm, Ladybank’s championship heathland course provides a good test of skill, and precision as it weaves through majestic Scots pines.

Entry Fee: £110.00 per person

This event is open to members with the option to enter individually, as a pair, or with a guest. Simply book two places and email us with your member or guest partner for the event.. Be sure to secure your spot soon.

Join Us for a Special 1457 Society Event at Archerfield Links!

Experience the perfect blend of championship links golf and luxury at Archerfield Links, one of East Lothian’s finest golf destinations. Join the 1457 Society for an unforgettable day on Archerfield’s Fidra Links, where world-class golf meets warm hospitality.

Spaces are limited—secure your place now and be part of a fantastic day of golf and camaraderie!

THE DAY AT A GLANCE

• From 11:00 AM

• Arrival with a breakfast roll, tea, or filter coffee

• Receive an Archerfield crested gift

• Personalised scorecards, pencil & tees presented by the starter

• Full access to locker rooms & practice areas

• 18 holes of championship golf

• Post-round dining in the clubhouse – A delicious two-course meal (starter & main)

  
  Fee: Click on ‘TICKETS’ for price
  Spaces are limited to 16 members, so be sure to secure your spot soon.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We kick off the Society’s 2025 season at Elie in the Kingdom of Fife for a truly memorable event, combining camaraderie, tradition, and the timeless charm of hickory golf. Whether you’re a long-time member or a new face to the Society, this day is designed to inspire your love for the game and its rich heritage.

The Day at a Glance

Tee Off for 18 Holes
We’ll meet for tea/coffee in the clubhouse at Elie ahead of our first tee time at 11:10am, ready to enjoy a fantastic round of golf. Elie will be the perfect way to dust off the winter cobwebs and connect with fellow members over our shared passion for the game.

One-Course Lunch
After the round, refuel with a hearty one-course lunch, an opportunity to relax, socialise, and relive the day’s highlights.

Hickory Golf Workshop & Factory Tour
A short 15-minute drive will take us to a Hickory Golf Workshop, where the magic of golf’s past comes to life. Over the course of an hour, we’ll delve into the history and craftsmanship of hickory clubs. Learn how these beautiful pieces of equipment were made, see examples of clubs in various stages of restoration, and hear stories that connect us to the roots of our game.
For those with extra time, we’ll also offer a short guided tour of the St Andrews Golf Co. factory, a unique chance to explore the legacy of golf’s finest craftsmanship.

Entry Fee: £105.00
Spaces are limited to 16 members, so be sure to secure your spot soon.

Don’t miss this chance to start the season surrounded by like-minded enthusiasts, embracing the spirit of golf and its traditions. Join us for a day of great golf, fascinating history, and the fellowship that makes the 1457 Society so special.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Centuries of golf has been played over these beautiful old links. Much of the course that’s played today was down to the ‘Grandfather of Golf’ Old Tom Morris. It’s time for The 1457 Society to walk in the footsteps of legends that have played the links over the years.

We have 16 spots including golf on the championship links with food after the round.

Open to members - £95

Join us at Dunbar Golf Club on Scotland’s Golf Coast for our Summer Meeting on Monday August 26th. First laid out in 1856 and redesigned over the years by the likes of Old Tom Morris, Ben Sayers and James Braid, Dunbar East Links has a pedigree second to none. Well defined holes following the natural contours of a narrow strip of land between the old red sandstone deer park wall and the rocky shoreline are the hallmarks of these links.

We’ve got 16 spots for this event, which includes a pre-round lunch in the clubhouse and a post-round drink.

Open to members - £120.00

Our nine holer event is sure to be a lot of fun. Play nine at Comrie GC and then take a short ten minute drive to play another nine holes at St Fillans GC. These little nine holers are so much fun and are a huge part of golf in Scotland.

This event includes tea/coffee and bacon rolls on arrival at Comrie Golf Club and a meal after the round at St Fillans.

16 spots available.

Open to members - £55

Join us for a ferry trip to the Isle of Arran for two rounds at Shiskine. The course has 12 holes and is a seaside links course with wonderful views. Always in great condition, the greens staff take great pride in the course and work very hard to maintain it to a very high standard. Founded in 1896 with many “blind” holes with names such as the “Crows Nest” and the “Himalayas”.

The day begins with a 9:15am check-in at Ardrossan Ferry Terminal for the crossing as foot passengers to Arran. We’ll be picked up by taxis, crossing to Shiskine on the west side of the island. We’ll have lunch between rounds then head back for the 7:20pm sailing home.

Open to members - £100.00

Join us at Dumbarnie Links for our Spring Meeting on April 26th. Blessed with breath-taking views and wonderful hospitality from their experienced team, Dumbarnie Links has quickly become a ‘Must Play’ course for many golfers.. It’s a brilliant links experience from 1 thru 18.

We’ve got 16 spots for this event, which includes a pre-round favourite, their Old Barn Burger with a side of whisky sauce and fries at 1.00pm and use of warm up balls on the range before teeing off.

Open to members - £150

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We kick off the 2024 season with a round on Gullane No.2 course on Friday 22nd March.

There are few courses better conditioned this early in the year. The pristine sandy links turf provides a first-class playing surface, while the consistently exceptional quality of the greens ensures an outstanding experience no matter the season.

We’ve got 16 spots for this event, which includes a pre-round coffee/tea and bacon rolls then soup and sandwiches after the round in their refurbished Gullane Links Clubhouse.

Open to members - £80.00

Join us for a day out at Dundonald Links on the west coast of Scotland. This championship links course has hosted the Gents and Women’s Scottish Opens. We have 28 spots for this one and the day includes a round of golf and food after the round. Oh and a game of pool or two!

Open to members - £75

Join us for The Hogan at Panmure Golf Club on October 13th. Panmure is rich in heritage and tradition and has played host to many amateur championships and Open qualifying for neighbouring Carnoustie throughout the years.

We’ve got 24 spots for this event and included in the day is warm up balls on the range, 18 holes on the championship course and food after the round. We’ve also a small tasting session at the Angus Alchemy Distillery to round the day off.

Open to members - £75

Lanark Golf Club is thought to be the oldest inland golf course in the world which still plays golf on its original site. It’s also the 25th oldest golf club in the world and the 18 holes were designed by Old Tom Morris and James Braid. The course plays like an inland links as its built on top of ancient glacial sands. Expect a firm and fast test of golf.

We’ve 24 spots for this one including tea/coffee, 18 holes and food after the round.

Open to members - £65

Our open to all meet up should be a lot of fun. Play your front nine at Comrie GC and then take a short ten minute drive to play the back nine at St Fillans GC. These little nine holers are so much fun and are a huge part of golf in Scotland.

This event includes tea/coffee and bacon rolls on arrival at Comrie Golf Club and a meal after the round at St Fillans.

24 spots available.

Open to All - £50

1457 Society members click on the tickets button below to book. Non-members - click here to book.

Our first 1457 Society event of the summer season in 2023 had to be at the oldest course in the world… right? Musselburgh Links, the Old Course is best played with a half set (five clubs of your choice). We’ve got 36 spots for this event which will be followed by a burger and some barstool putting games at Ducks Inn in Aberlady, just along the road.

Open to members - £45.00

Join us for The Glasgae at Gailes Links on March 24th. Gailes Links is one of Ayrshire’s top links courses that has played host to many amateur championships and Open qualifying throughout the years.

We’ve got 20 spots for this event and included in the day is warm up balls on the range, 18 holes on the championship course and food after the round.

Open to members - £65

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