Peterhead Golf Club occupies Craigewan Links on the north-east tip of mainland Scotland, 40 minutes from Aberdeen. Founded in 1841, it is one of the oldest clubs in the region and one of the least visited — a genuine hidden gem. We provide private golf transfers to Peterhead from Aberdeen, Inverness and Scottish airports.
About the course
Craigewan Links is a traditional clifftop course with tight fairways, firm putting surfaces, and panoramic views across the North Sea. At around 6,200 yards from the medal tees, it rewards accuracy and course management rather than distance. The wind is a near-constant factor, particularly on the exposed seaward holes where club selection can change by two or three clubs depending on the day.
Peterhead has none of the commercial trappings of Scotland's resort courses. The clubhouse is welcoming, the pace is unhurried, and the condition of the links is consistently praised by visiting golfers. For those touring the Aberdeenshire coast, it offers a quieter, more authentic experience than the championship venues further south.
The drive from Aberdeen
The route from Aberdeen follows the A90 north through rolling farmland before reaching the coast at Peterhead. Your driver will collect you from your hotel, Aberdeen Airport or the railway station and have you at the club in plenty of time for your tee. After your round, we can continue north to Fraserburgh or south to Cruden Bay — or return you to Aberdeen for the evening.
Multi-course north-east itineraries
- Peterhead + Cruden Bay — Clifftop links then dramatic duneland, 25 minutes apart
- Peterhead + Fraserburgh — Two north-east coastal links in a single day
- Aberdeenshire Coast (3 days) — Peterhead, Cruden Bay, Royal Aberdeen and Murcar Links over three rounds
Travel times to Peterhead
Nearby Aberdeenshire golf courses
Fraserburgh Golf Club
20 minutes north
Cruden Bay Golf Club
25 minutes south
Royal Aberdeen
40 minutes south
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Frequently asked questions
What makes Peterhead Golf Club special?
Peterhead Golf Club plays across Craigewan Links on the very north-east tip of mainland Scotland. Founded in 1841, the course sits on a clifftop above the North Sea with panoramic coastal views. It is shorter than nearby championship courses but the tight, exposed fairways and firm greens demand accuracy — a genuine hidden gem for golfers who value character over length.
How does Peterhead compare to Cruden Bay?
Cruden Bay is a dramatic duneland course with bigger elevation changes and a higher profile. Peterhead is flatter and tighter, with a more traditional links feel and far fewer visitors. Many golfers play both in the same day — they are 25 minutes apart and complement each other well.
Is Peterhead easy to reach from Aberdeen Airport?
Yes. Our driver will collect you directly from Aberdeen Airport and have you at Peterhead Golf Club within 50 minutes. We track your flight and adjust for any delays, so there is no waiting for taxis or navigating unfamiliar roads.