CLub History

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Photos from our 2025 Centennial Anniversary Events at Kim Harris Photography

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The story of the Miramichi Golf & Country Club began in 1925, when a group of local golf enthusiasts established the Club on the south bank of the Miramichi River at Bushville, New Brunswick. More than a century later, the Club remains an important part of the community and a place where generations of golfers, families, and friends have gathered.

At the heart of the property stands our historic stone clubhouse, one of Canada's recognized historic places and among the most distinctive clubhouses in the country. The mansion was built in 1825 by Thomas H. Peters, a prominent businessman and United Empire Loyalist who was considered one of the wealthiest residents on the Miramichi River. Remarkably, the home survived the Great Miramichi Fire of 1825, which devastated much of the region and forever shaped the area's history.

The property was later acquired by the newly formed Golf Club in 1925 when it was sold by Senator G.P. Burchill, one of the Club's charter members. While the clubhouse has evolved over the years, including an expansion completed in 1984, the original stone mansion remains largely unchanged and continues to serve as the heart and soul of the Club.

The golf course itself has evolved significantly over the past century. What began as a nine-hole course gradually expanded to an 18-hole layout, with the final holes completed in 1983. Additional improvements followed, including the reconstruction of holes #4, #5, and #6 in 2000, helping shape the course that members and guests enjoy today.

In 2025, the Miramichi Golf & Country Club proudly celebrated its 100th anniversary—a milestone that honours not only our history, but also the many members, staff, volunteers, and supporters who have contributed to the Club's success over the past century.

Today, the Miramichi Golf & Country Club proudly blends history, community, and the game of golf, offering an experience that is deeply rooted in tradition while continuing to evolve for future generations.

A Brief Timeline

Year     Milestone

1825     Thomas H. Peters constructs the historic stone mansion at Bushville.

1825     The Great Miramichi Fire sweeps through the region, but the mansion survives.

1925     The Miramichi Golf & Country Club is established and acquires the Bushville property.

1983     Expansion from nine holes to a full 18-hole golf course is completed.

1984     A major clubhouse expansion is added to the south side of the mansion.

2000     Holes #4, #5, and #6 are reconstructed as part of a course improvement project.

2025     The Club proudly celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Today   The Miramichi Golf & Country Club continues to honour its rich heritage while providing an exceptional golf and social experience for members, guests, and the community.