Major change at historic golf club

An ancient golf club is marking its bicentenary year by modernising its membership structure to entice new players.

Scotscraig Golf Club, the world’s 13th oldest, has launched a package of new options for joining.

They include free membership for children and grandchildren of full members and new classifications for those aged 18 to 32 to help in the transition from youth golf.

Captain John Rankin said the new constitution and expanded membership categories were among the most significant changes ever made at the Tayport club.

He said: “This is the most extensive overhaul ever undertaken at Scotscraig Golf Club.

“It provides more options for existing members and exciting opportunities to provide access for the next generation of golfers. It is proactive and forward-thinking, and provides a clear future for one of Scotland’s oldest clubs.

“The overwhelming support and backing from our members has been particularly encouraging and serves to illustrate the significance of the decision.”

General manager Derek McKenzie said anniversary celebrations and open events had already helped the club double the number of new members it would normally welcome in a season.

He added: “Now, with a new constitution and membership options, we hope to attract the next generation of golfers to Scotscraig.”