Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Private Golf Club in Halifax
Established in 1922, Ashburn Golf Club has been a cornerstone of Halifax's golfing community for over a century. Our two historic courses, the Old Course designed by Stanley Thompson and the New Course by Geoffrey Cornish, offer unparalleled challenges and scenic beauty. With comprehensive practice facilities, expert instruction from MacDonald Scott Golf, and a commitment to preserving our legacy while embracing modern enhancements, we provide a world-class experience.Our membership structure caters to diverse golfers, supported by reciprocal agreements with prestigious clubs across Canada. The club's modern event spaces host weddings and corporate functions, blending tradition with contemporary amenities. Under General Manager Gordie Smith's leadership, we maintain our status as Eastern Canada's premier private golf destination.
Services
Golf Courses
Membership Programs
Event Hosting
Wedding Services
Practice Facilities
Golf Instruction
Reciprocal Agreements
Corporate Events
Banquet Facilities
Championship Hosting
Details
- Year established: 1922
Highlights and features
- We offer two championship courses designed by legendary architects Stanley Thompson and Geoffrey Cornish
- Our club has hosted professional tournaments including the Web.com Tour and Canadian Women's Amateur Championship
- We provide expert golf instruction from East Coast professionals Jeff MacDonald and Kyle Scott
- Our reciprocal agreements grant members access to prestigious clubs nationwide
- We combine nearly a century of tradition with modern practice facilities and course renovations
Services
Golf Courses
Ashburn Golf Club features two historic 18-hole courses: the Old Course designed by Stanley Thompson in 1922 and Geoffrey Cornish's New Course from 1970. Both courses offer championship layouts with modern renovations, scenic vistas, and challenging play for golfers of all skill levels.
Membership Programs
We offer exclusive private membership options across two locations, with reciprocal access to premier Canadian clubs. Our membership includes access to practice facilities, tournament participation, and priority booking privileges, with waitlist information available for prospective members.
Event Hosting
Our modern clubhouse accommodates events from intimate gatherings to 150-person weddings. Featuring multiple function spaces, professional catering services, and scenic course views, we provide complete event coordination for weddings, corporate functions, and special celebrations.
Golf Instruction
Led by East Coast professionals Jeff MacDonald and Kyle Scott, our instruction programs cater to all skill levels. We offer personalized coaching, group clinics, and practice facility access with state-of-the-art training amenities at both course locations.
Practice Facilities
Each location features comprehensive practice areas including multi-bay driving ranges, short game zones with USGA-standard putting greens, and covered hitting areas. The New Course offers a two-deck range with target greens, while the Old Course provides Nova Scotia's first self-service eight-bay hitting cage.
People
Gordie Smith
General Manager
Leading Ashburn Golf Club with extensive industry experience, Gordie Smith oversees operations while maintaining the club's historic legacy and modern standards.
Stuart Connolly
Food & Beverage Manager
Managing all catering operations, Stuart Connolly ensures exceptional culinary experiences for weddings, corporate events, and club dining services.
Jeff MacDonald
Golf Instructor
Co-founder of MacDonald Scott Golf, Jeff provides expert instruction alongside Kyle Scott, offering personalized coaching for golfers of all skill levels.
Kyle Scott
Golf Instructor
Partnering with Jeff MacDonald, Kyle delivers professional golf instruction using modern techniques and Ashburn's comprehensive practice facilities.
Questions
How can I apply for Ashburn Golf Club membership?
Membership applications are available for those aged 19+. Current wait times are 12-15 years. Contact our administration office at 902-443-8260 for details.
What golf course features make Ashburn unique?
We offer two historic courses: Stanley Thompson's 1922 Old Course with city views and Geoffrey Cornish's 1970 New Course beside Kinsac Lake, both with championship layouts.
Can non-members play at Ashburn Golf Club?
Reciprocal agreements allow members from partner clubs to play for free with guest rates available for accompanying players.
What event spaces are available at Ashburn?
Our facilities include the 150-capacity Ashburn Ballroom, Stanley Thompson Room for 40 guests, and board room for 15, with outdoor ceremony options.
What practice facilities does Ashburn offer?
Both locations feature driving ranges, short game areas, and putting greens. The New Course has a two-deck range while the Old Course offers Nova Scotia's first self-service hitting cage.
