2 days ago
Historic golf club seeks public views on new clubhouse development plans
Stirling Golf Club is seeking public views on the potential redevelopment of its clubhouse and surrounding area.
Stirling Golf Club is inviting public opinions on the potential redevelopment of its clubhouse and surrounding area. The current clubhouse, built in 1962, has seen numerous extensions and additions over the years.
However, the club, situated on Queens Road, is now considering the possibility of constructing a new clubhouse there. They say that major renovations or a complete replacement are likely to become essential within the next decade, and they are currently exploring various options, including the potential for a new clubhouse.
The club secured a 150-year lease on the golf course and surrounding areas in 2013.
Over the coming months, they aim to engage with local groups and businesses to generate a wide range of ideas for any potential development on the site.
Club captain Robert Roy said: "The club is very conscious of its responsibilities as custodian of the King's Park and of the importance of the area to local communities and the city.
"In looking to the future we want to ensure any decision taken about the clubhouse takes into account any opportunities that might add value, not just for golfers but for the wider community."
Mr Roy added: "This is an opportunity to make a once in a generation improvement for both current and future users of the King's Park. I hope people will feed in their views."
Since its establishment in 1869, the golf club has maintained strong ties with the King's Park.
While golf has been played on this site for centuries, it wasn't until the 19th century that the sport was formally organised.
For over a hundred years, the club leased the land for the course from the Crown Estate. In 2013, as part of a broader agreement between the UK and Scottish Governments and Stirling Council, the club secured a 150-year sublease from the council.
The council continues to lease the land, which remains state-owned.
The club is tasked with maintaining the course, as well as the grounds where the clubhouse, car park and surrounding areas are situated.
Over the coming year, the club plans to engage with its members and the local community - including residents, walkers, businesses and Stirling Council - to gather as many ideas as possible for its potential development.
Anyone wishing to share their thoughts with the club for consideration in the development is encouraged to get in touch by emailing secretary@stirlinggolfclub. com.
