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Welcome Issue 4. August - September 2011

006 Featured Course 010 News & Features 030 Overview of Ireland 032 Course Guides 070 Directories 092 Travel

A Warm Welcome to The Irish Golf Guide Welcome to the fourth issue of The Irish Golf Guide. This magazine has been designed to help the local and National golfer in selecting and finding the course they wish to play in Ireland. It gives each golf club the chance to showcase their course and facilities with superb photography and enough information to whet the appetite of any golfer or group of golfers who wish to visit.

The Irish Golf Guide has been brought to you by the people who publish the Costa del Sol Golf Guide in Spain, and the North West Golf Guide, and Yorkshire Golf Guide in the UK. This formula has worked for many years in Spain and is proving a similar success in the North of England.

This bi-monthly magazine contains in depth reviews of Golf Clubs, Local and International News items, and special promotions. A select number of courses each issue have editorial’s describing the course, the facilities and signature holes and contain the directions to

the course. These editorials are the chance for each club to highlight itself and detail any offers and deals they have running during that period.

The magazine is listed in alphabetical order, with the showcase courses being colour coded by the areas they are in. These areas are Leinster, Munster, Connaught and Ulster. The full golf course listing is also featured in the magazine containing the address, phone number, email and website of every golf course in Ireland.

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The K Club A Golfer’s Paradise!

The Kildare Hotel and Country Club, affectionately known as The K Club, drew international acclaim when it hosted the 36th Ryder Cup in September 2006. Already a well known golfing destination having hosted 13 Smurfit European Opens (1991 – 2007), the eyes of the world were drawn to this magnificent resort to see the who’s who of the global golfing world take their place, centre stage on the Arnold Palmer designed Ryder Cup Course.

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The Palmer Ryder Cup Course is recognised as one of Europe’s most spectacular courses, challenging and dramatic, the layout and design takes your breath away. At every turn, fairway, cascading water feature or leafy, verdant space a challenge ensues. The 7,350 Ryder course is set around the mighty River Liffey which flows through the 550 acre lush Kildare estate. Mature indigenous Irish trees, carve their way around the fairways, towering over head, arms outstretched just waiting to catch a ball which may have made its way a little off course. Meanwhile, numerous water hazards and ‘beach-like’ bunkers lap the waters edge. Greens are lightening

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fast and too much action on many of the greens could lead you to a ‘watery grave’!

The walk through the course is a true joy, a myriad of land marks can be spotted throughout, adding interest and surprises at every stage, a quaint 19th century iron bridge at the 16th provides players with a safe passage to an emerald island which is hugged by two watery arms of the River Liffey, while the ruins of an ancient church can be spotted as you approach the 13th.

Views of ‘Straffan House’, the hotel itself can be seen through the trees at the 17th. Dating back

to 1832, Ireland’s first AA Five Red Star Property is the original home of classic Irish hospitality and is just the place to sit and relax tired, golfing bones. The hotel was awarded the prestigious title of, AA Hotel of the Year for 2010/2011 and is testament to the management’s continual commitment to delivering the highest possible standards in product and service.

Not content with creating one internationally acclaimed Championship course, Dr. Michael Smurfit called Arnold Palmer once again to design a second, stunning 18 hole course.

The Palmer Smurfit Course is every bit as challenging as the Palmer Ryder Cup course.

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While the Palmer Ryder Cup Course is generally described as a mature parkland course, the Palmer Smurfit Course is a surprisingly linkstyle course. Honey coloured grasses frame the fairways, rustling in the wind as it sweeps across steep bunkers, and meticulously contoured putting surfaces. Recently the rough has been cut back quite a lot in order to lower the level of difficulty, the secret here is to keep on the straight and avoid the rough at all costs, some imaginative play will see you richly rewarded. A combination of doglegs skirt the water’s edge on the 5th and 6th hole leading up to the breathtaking signature hole, the almighty 7th. On the Palmer Smurfit Course the 7th is a long and genuine three shotter.

The magnetic feature is a ‘Swallow Quarry’, a

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vast man made rock face that rises some 60 feet out of a glorious lake. A series of waterfalls cascade the water hazard but its beauty belies its treachery and players are well advised to admire the view from the centre of the fairway!

As on the Palmer Course Ryder Cup Course, the 18th is a Par 5, tempting the player to make a go for the green in two. The hole sweeps down and curves from left to right but beware, a cluster of bunkers guard the right edge of the fairway, a mistake here could be fatal as the approach to the finish must be performed on an island green.

There are a number of exciting packages and golf events coming up at The K Club over the coming months and some of these include,

The Ultimate Golf Experience, The Ryder Cup Experience, The Titleist Summer Series and the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Golf Classic.

Both courses are tantalising, challenging and have a degree of difficult to suit all levels.

With two championship courses, offering 36 of the most exciting and dramatic holes in Europe, golf at The K Club is a truly unique experience. The K Club also includes a luxurious resort spa, fishing on the River Liffey and a selection of dining experiences.

Check out www.kclub.ie for green fees, availability or society enquiries or call (01) 6017200. Corporate golf and accommodation packages are also available.

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Packages & Events at The K Club ‘The Ryder Cup Experience’ allows you to play and stay and includes both one and two night options. This package offers accommodation in a luxurious Superior Room, full Irish Breakfast each morning in the opulent River Room and one round of golf on both the Smurfit and Ryder Cup courses. Prices start from €225 per person sharing in a twin or double room.

‘The Ryder Cup Experience’ is a competition which allows players to relive the Ryder Cup Experience for themselves and is a unique opportunity for golfers to play The Palmer Ryder Cup Course as per set up from the last day of Ryder Cup competition. You have to qualify by playing and winning on the Palmer Smurfit Course first. The qualifying

rounds will take place on The Palmer Smurfit Course from March to September and the monthly winner’s final will take place on The Palmer Ryder Cup Course in late September.

Monthly winners will stay and play at The K Club and relive The Ryder Cup Experience.

The Titleist Summer Series will be played on the Palmer Ryder Cup Course and is an open singles competition. Priced at €75 per person, this includes entry into the competition and a sleeve of ProV1 golf balls. There are six dates in all in this series which runs from the 12th of June through to the 21st of August.

The winner of the series can bag themselves the latest Titleist driver, custom built to your specifications at the Titleist fitting centre.

The Punchestown Festival Golf Day is an annual event on the Palmer Ryder cup Course and is open to both Members and visitors to participate. It is a four person team event with lunch afterwards in Legend’s restaurant, followed by racing on the big screens in the bar. Priced at €350 for a team of 4 visitors it is sure to be a memorable day.

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PING Junior Solheim Cup

PING Junior Solheim Cup At Knightsbrook Hotel Spa & Golf Resort The 2011 PING Junior Solheim Cup will take place from September 20-21 at Knightsbrook Hotel Spa & Golf Resort, Trim, Co. Meath, Ireland. The event is a team match play competition between Europe and the United States, each team featuring the best 12 female golfers aged between 12 and 18.

The event was founded by PING in 2002. Previous PING Junior Solheim Cup competitors include Paula Creamer, Anna Nordqvist, Morgan Pressel, Tania Elosegui, Brittany Lincicome and Melissa Reid.

In 2011 the European Team will be Captained

by Lotta Neumann, a former British and US Women’s Open Champion, with a total of 27 professional wins and who represented Europe in six Solheim Cups between 1990 and 2000 and was a Vice Captain at The 2009 Solheim Cup. The American Team will be Captained by Meg Mallon who has got a total of 19 tour titles and have played in eight Solheim Cup matches and was the Vice Captain at The 2009 Solheim Cup. The aim of the PING Junior Solheim Cup is to give participants great golfing

opportunities to further their golfing careers and to support the future golf stars.

Once the contest is over the juniors will meet players from The Solheim Cup teams as well as watch The Solheim Cup at Killeen Castle from September 23-25, just 15 minutes’ drive from Knightsbrook Resort Spa & Golf Hotel.

For more information about the PING Junior Solheim Cup visit: www.solheimcup.com For more information about Knightsbrook visit: www.knightsbrook.com

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EUROPEAN TOUR NEWS

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McIlroy & Clarke Awarded Honorary Life Membership Major Champions Darren Clarke and Rory McIlroy have been presented with European golf’s highest award of Honorary Life Membership of The European Tour, following in the recent footsteps of their Northern Irish compatriot and fellow Major winner Graeme McDowell.

The pair each received an Honorary Life Membership card from George O’Grady, Chief Executive of The European Tour, at the Pro-Am on the eve of the Irish Open presented by Discover Ireland at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club.

The ceremony was conducted on the first tee at Killarney in the presence of Ireland’s Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, an enthusiastic golfer and a member of McIlroy’s Pro-Am team which also included the US Open Champion’s father, Gerry.

McIlroy triumphed in spectacular style at the US Open Championship in June before Clarke produced a links masterclass to win The Open Championship at Royal St George’s the following month, continuing a stunning spell for Northern Irish golf. Both famous trophies were on display on the first tee as the players were inducted into an exclusive club as Honorary Life Members of the Tour.

McDowell set the ball rolling 14 months ago when he won the US Open at Pebble Beach, and his victory inspired his countryman and close friend McIlroy to emulate him in the same event a year later at Congressional Country Club. The 22 year old won by an incredible eight shots to become the second youngest European Major Champion in history,

and he broke numerous records with his low scoring en route to lifting the trophy.

A month later, 42 year old Clarke rolled back the years with a vintage display of links golf in, at times, testing weather conditions to hold off the challenges of Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson and claim his first Major.

O’Grady said: “It is a privilege to honour Rory and Darren with the highest award our Tour can bestow, and both fully deserve it after their marvellous achievements, which have given all of us at The European Tour such pride and pleasure.

“Rory’s victory in the US Open was the complete performance and remarkable for someone so young, while Darren’s win at his 20th attempt at Royal St George’s only a month later was simply thrilling.

Both players are strong supporters of The European Tour and we are delighted to witness this truly magnificent period for golf in Northern Ireland.”

Clarke and McIlroy will contest the €1.5 million Irish Open presented by Discover Ireland this week, as will three more Major Champions in McDowell, Irishman Padraig Harrington and Michael Campbell of New Zealand.

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“The finest moment of Darren Clarke’s career came in July 2011 when he won The Open Championship by three shots at Royal St George’s, holding off Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson to lift the Claret Jug.”

Rory McIlroy’s European Tour Biography Rewrote the record books at the 2011 US Open by winning at Congressional Country Club with the lowest score in history, 16 under par. The Northern Irishman had a stunning 65 to lead after the first round, and he stayed way out in front over the next three rounds, producing a masterclass to finish eight shots clear of runner-up Jason Day. The victory was just two months after he came agonisingly close to winning his first Major at the Masters Tournament, where he took a four shot lead into the final round, only to shoot 80 and finish ten shots behind champion Charl Schwartzel.

Underlined his reputation as one of the game’s most exciting young players in 2010, making his Ryder Cup debut, being in contention in two Major Championships and clinching his maiden US PGA Tour title.

Enjoyed a fine finish to the season to come 13th in The Race to Dubai, not quite managing the heights of the season before, when he narrowly missed out on becoming the youngest player to win the Harry Vardon Trophy since Seve Ballesteros in 1976 as Lee Westwood pipped him to the title.

However, he won the 2010 Quail Hollow Championship in the United States in May 2010, blitzing through the final round in a course record 62 to beat Phil Mickelson by four shots. Also finished tied third in both The Open Championship and the US PGA Championship, his opening 63 in the former at St Andrews the lowest first round

in the history of the tournament. Became the second 20 year old to break into the world’s top ten, after Sergio Garcia, and maintained his position throughout 2010.

Hit a 40 yard drive at the age of two and later enjoyed a glittering amateur career during which he reached the top of the World Amateur Rankings and became the youngest winner of the prestigious West of Ireland and Irish Closed Championship, in 2005.

Caught the eye with a superb opening 68 in The 2007 Open Championship at Carnoustie, the only bogey-free round of the day, and finished third in his second event as a professional, the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. That earned him enough money to assure his place in the top 115 to be the then youngest and quickest Affiliate Member to secure his card – in just two events.

Represented Europe at the 2004 Junior Ryder Cup and elevated to the real thing at The Celtic Manor Resort in October 2010, where he won two points out of four, including a crucial half in the singles against Stewart Cink on the final day.

Darren Clarke’s European Tour Biography The finest moment of his career came in July 2011 when he won The Open Championship by three shots at Royal St George’s, holding off Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson to lift the Claret Jug. Produced a masterclass of links golf in at times awful conditions to finish five under par and thrill the crowds.

It came two months after he claimed his 13th European Tour victory at the 2011

Iberdrola Open, holding off Chris Wood and David Lynn to win by three shots.

Enjoyed a fruitful 2010 season which yielded two runner-up finishes – at the Barclays Scottish Open and the Joburg Open.

Was also an instrumental part of Europe’s victory in The 2010 Ryder Cup, where he was one of Captain Colin Montgomerie’s Vice Captains.

Has a habit of setting new records. In the 1999 European Open he became the first player on The European Tour to shoot 60 for a second time, having achieved it first in the 1992 European Monte Carlo Open, and in 2001 he became the first Irishman to win on home soil since John O’Leary in 1982, when he captured the European Open.

In 2002 he became the first player to win the English Open three times and in 2003 became the first player apart from Tiger Woods to capture more than one World Golf Championship title.

In 2006 his wife, Heather, sadly lost her battle with cancer, but three weeks later he was picked as one of the wild cards for The Ryder Cup at The K Club and in an emotionally charged week produced a superb performance, winning all three of his matches.

A dedicated worker for charity, he organised a special Pro-Am at Portmarnock in September 1998 in aid of the victims of the Omagh bombing tragedy and set up his own Darren Clarke Foundation, which not only helps further the development of junior golf in Ireland, but also now raises money for Breast Cancer Awareness.

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IRISH TALENT

Lisa Maguire European Women’s Amateur Champion 2011 Lisa Maguire continued the amazing run of Irish golfing success when she lifted the European Women’s Amateur individual title in difficult conditions in the Netherlands at the end of July.

Just six days after Darren Clarke lifted the Claret Jug as winner of the British Open at Sandwich, the 16-year-old from Ballyconnell in Co Cavan was striking gold over the Noordwijkse course. She became the first Irish winner of this prestigious tournament since it was inaugurated in 1986.

“My twin sister, Leona, had already won twice this year,” Lisa said. “In Portugal and in Ireland. I had only one victory, in the Spanish Amateur. So we’re even now. And this European title was the one I really wanted.”

Remarkably, Stephanie Meadow of Royal Portrush produced one of the best final rounds to grab the silver medal. Leona finished fourth.

Lisa found the windy conditions tough on Saturday and stumbled a little, but never seriously looked in danger of surrendering her hard-earned advantage.

“It was tough,” Lisa added. “It was one of the toughest days ever on a golf course. I knew that making as many pars as possible was going to be the key today. Especially when Charlotte came a bit closer. But I was able to pull it off.”

She went into the final round fours strokes clear of the field but dropped a stroke on the opening hole. Later she extended her lead to eight, but was pegged back to three at one stage.Out in 38, Lisa had one hand on the trophy. She did bogey 10 and 13, but

her rivals were also dropping shots which meant she remained in pole position.

And in the end the teenage wonder could afford a double-bogey on the closing hole and post a homeward half of 41 and still win by four strokes.

Lisa ended with a 72-hole aggregate of 293 – five over par – after rounds of 73, 68, 73 and 79.

In her final round she had 11 pars, four bogeys and three birdies.

Leona Maguire ended on 12 over par, just two strokes behind the bronze medallist Charlotte Kring Lorentzen.

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PRO FILE

Meet David Keating Killarney’s Resident Professional I joined Killarney in Jan 2008 as Head Professional having spent 10 years as a Professional in Charleville Golf Club in County Cork.

Having worked with the GUI Munster Branch while I was in Charleville I took over as Kerry County Coach in 2009 and have developed specific under11, under13 and under 15 programmes in the County.

You will probably see from my website that I was Callaway club fitter of the year in 2004, the first and only Irishman so far to win this award.

I am now affiliated to Taylor Made /Adidas as a Tmade staff member and brand ambassador.

We have also developed the Killarney

golf School since I arrived and it is now a thriving operation in our third Championship course Lacabane.

On site we have a fully equipped teaching and fitting center with 10 covered driving range bays and 10 uncovered, as well as a state of the art short game area which includes 2 pitching greens, 1 putting green, bunker and chipping areas.

The Munster interprovincial Boys team prepared for their recent interprovincial success here during the Winter.

To book lessons or for more information please call 064-66-31034 ext 6 or email info@davidkeatinggolf.com

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Paul McGinley 500 Not Out Paul McGinley joined an illustrious group at the Barclays Scottish Open in July, when he became just the 20th player to make 500 European Tour appearances.

The 44 year old from Dublin – who was presented with an engraved silver ice bucket

by European Tour Chief Executive George O’Grady to mark the occasion – is the third Irishman to reach the landmark, following in the footsteps of Eamonn Darcy, who made 610 appearances, and Des Smyth, veteran of 594 European Tour events.

McGinley’s first appearance was in the 1989 Irish Open as an amateur and he won his European Tour card at the 1991 Qualifying School, making his debut as a professional in the 1992 Johnnie Walker Asian Classic.

In the subsequent 19 years he has amassed more than €10million in prize money and

won four European Tour titles, his first victory coming in the 1996 Hohe Brücke Open in Austria. He went on to capture the Oki Pro-Am the following the year in Madrid before defeating Paul Lawrie and Darren Lee in a play-off at the 2001 Celtic Manor Resort Wales Open.

His fourth and most significant career victory came in the 2005 season ending Volvo Masters, when he held off the challenge of Spaniard Sergio Garcia at Valderrama.

“The Volvo Masters was probably my biggest win and is a great highlight of my career,” he said.” I’d lost to Michael Campbell in the World Match Play final which hurt a lot so it

was great to come back and win at Valderrama a month later. Losing to Michael is the one I really regret. He had just won the US Open and I was down the whole match which was played over 36 holes and I got him back to all square with six to play and then lost, having fought my way back. Anybody’s career has highs and lows though and going on to the Volvo Masters was a definite high.”

Perhaps his most notable achievement however has been his role in The Ryder Cup, where his fierce competitiveness came to the fore as he helped Europe to three consecutive victories over the United States, memorably holing the winning putt on his debut in 2002 at The Belfry.

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Fota Island Resort One of Ireland’s best-loved golf courses

One of Ireland’s best-loved golf courses, Fota Island Golf Club, twice host to the Irish Open, has three distinctively challenging championship golf courses set amongst beautiful parkland scenery.

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The original Deerpark - Par 71, Belvelly - Par 72 and Barryscourt - Par 73. Surrounded by tall oak trees, bathed in peace and quiet, Fota Island Golf Club also has the comfortable Clubhouse, the extensively stocked Pro Shop, and Fota Island Golf Academy, with the latest state-of-the-art computerised analysis, and a full array of teaching aids.

The renowned Fota Island Golf Academy opened in 2006, in time for the European Seniors Tour’s Irish Open which was won

by Sam Torrance. In July 2011 Fota Island Resort hosted the PGA Europro tour, The PGA EuroPro Tour has been the launchpad for the careers of a host of stars on the European Tour stage, including 2010 Open Champion Louis Oosthuizen, European Ryder Cup star Ross Fisher, Lloyd Saltman and Daniel Gaunt.

Fota Island Hotel & Spa Fota Island Hotel & Spa is the welcoming 5-star hotel at the heart of the resort, with 123 en-suite rooms and 8 private penthouse suites with warmly inviting interiors and spacious bedrooms which are supremely

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comfortable. Offering a tempting selection of restaurants with excellent food to choose from, the resorts chefs will work closely with the nutritional and dietary requirements of all teams and their chefs to deliver cuisine to the highest possible standard.

Fota Island Spa is a world-class destination spa, spread over 1600 square metres. Fota Island Spa has 18 treatment rooms offering over 60 treatments and the magnificent Hydrotherapy Suite – including Ireland’s first ‘walking river’ which uses water currents and reflexology to revitalise – ideal for non impact physiotherapy and recovery sessions.

Fota Island Lodges From the moment you enter the gates of Fota Island Resort, you will be struck by the sheer elegance and natural beauty of a place where life runs at an altogether more leisurely pace. You will drive on tree-lined avenues where magnificent oaks and sycamores herald your approach. And when you reach your destination and step from your car, you will find your greeting laid before you in the tranquil setting of your exclusive lodge.

Traditionally styled with high-pitched roofs and natural slate and windows of Nordic pine, the lodges are designed to not merely complement the wonderful landscape of the island, but to sit so comfortably within that very landscape that it’s as if they were always meant to be there. While existing trees and woodlands have been completely retained, an extensive tree and shrub planting scheme has also been undertaken to further enhance the natural appearance of the lodge environment. They are the ideal self-catering home from home.

Fota Island Resort Training Facility The training facility itself is situated within the grounds of the resort and is dedicated to providing professional sporting teams with a meticulously prepared and exceptionally presented resource for their specific training needs. Comprising of two full size football and rugby pitches with one GAA pitch plus significant off-pitch preparation and set piece practice areas, the facility is constructed and maintained to the highest possible international stadia standards including underground irrigation systems.

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Waterford Castle Golf Club

For the ultimate golfing experience that will stay with you for a lifetime, Waterford Castle truly is an island dream! The unique Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Club is Ireland’s only true island golf resort.

Completely detached from the mainland yet ideally located for an Irish golfing vacation or exploring the many Irish golf courses nearby.

On this privately owned 310 acre island, home of the world renowned Waterford Castle Hotel, sits a wonderful parkland golf course. Designed by Des Smyth, former Ryder Cup player, and opened in 1992, this 18-hole, par 72 championship golf

course, complete with luxurious clubhouse, leads you through mature woodland and parkland.

The course itself runs to 6,814 yards, off the medal tees, and covers an area of over 200 acres.

Despite being completely surrounded by water Waterford Castle has an additional four internal water features on the second, third, fourth and sixteenth holes and we can even boast of having our own Swilken Bridge. Though not built by the Roman Empire! The layout reveals attractive rolling fairways and subtle contoured greens, magnificently blended into the sensational setting of this Island Dream!

One of the most acclaimed castle hotels in Ireland, Waterford Castle has welcomed and charmed the most discerning travellers for decades. The castle is a legendary luxurious retreat of world class standing, offering superb castle accommodation.

The traditions of Waterford Castle are honoured in the dĂŠcor of the 19 elegant bedrooms; each one offering gracious style combined with all the modern comforts you might expect of a world class hotel establishment. Each of the 5 suites has a private sitting room and 14 deluxe bedrooms are en-suite twins and double/kings.

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Druids Glen Resort Two Championship Courses, One Unque Location

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The two championship golf courses at Druids Glen Resort allow golfing guests to enjoy varied play over equally exhilarating landscapes.

A previous European Golf Course of the Year winner and known as ‘The Augusta of Europe,’ the course at Druids Glen was designed by Pat Ruddy & Tom Craddock, and opened in 1995. An undulating and well-wooded parkland course, with liberally distributed water hazards, bunkers and tree-lined holes demanding driving accuracy, the length of the course and many approach shots over water make this a challenging test for golfers.

Just a year after opening, Druids Glen hosted the Irish Open for four years in a row, and has also hosted the prestigious Seve Trophy, a bi-annual event between the leading Tour Players of Britain & Ireland and continental Europe. Druids Glen is a modern classic, with manicured tree-lined fairways, historical landmarks, spectacular water features and vibrant floral displays, and where the 17th hole’s island green provides one of the most exhilarating tests in world golf.

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The sensational Druids Heath championship golf course, also designed by Pat Ruddy, opened in 2003 and was very soon described as ‘Nature’s gift to golf’ by golfing media. This heathland course with strong links influences weaves its way around quarries, trees, gorse, lakes and pot bunkers, all with a backdrop of mountains, sea and rolling Irish countryside.

Venue for the 2006 Irish PGA Championship, Druids Heath has played host to many leading Tour Players including double US Open Champion Retief Goosen, Sergio Garcia, Darren Clarke and Ian Poulter. With the front nine overlooking the Irish Sea and the back nine nestled in the Wicklow Mountains, it has one of the world’s longest Par 3s, and the constant sea breeze calls for shot-making skills and imagination from any golfer.

Both courses are renowned as being amongst the finest, most challenging and most enjoyable in Europe, to the extent that Druids Glen Resort was voted European Golf Resort of the Year by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) in 2005.

The Druids Heath “Open Week” takes place from 8th to 13th August.

A Range of Singles, Fourball and Team Competitions for Ladies & Gents will make for an exciting week.

This is a great opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Darren Clarke, Retief Goosen and Sergio Garcia at the magnificent championship venue.

Monday 8th : Singles Tuesday 9th : 4 Person Rumble Wednesday 10th : Fourball Thursday 11th : Singles Friday 12th : Fourball Saturday 13th : 4 Person Team Timesheets are available online on: www.druidsglenresort.com or by contacting the Club on: 01-2812512 Entry is only €20.

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NEWS

Tiger Woods Irish Caddie for the former World No. 1?

Top bagman Colin Byrne is ready to drop everything to caddie for Tiger Woods.

The Dubliner recently scorched from rank outsider to second favourite with bookies Paddy Power to land the job following Woods’ sacking of Kiwi Steve Williams.

“But I’ve heard nothing. I know him obviously and we’d be on first name terms after all the years I worked for Retief Goosen.

He said: “The peripheral stuff that goes on around Tiger would be the biggest challenge.

“But I am sure he is not in a rush because I don’t think he’s going to play for a while.”

“You have to be a minder as well doing the basics of caddying but you just have to do your job.

And while he insists he’s heard nothing yet, Byrne says he’d jump at the chance to work for the 14-time major winner.

Byrne split with Italian Edoardo Molinari after the US Open and is currently enjoying some down time as he moves into a new house in Dublin.

“I had it to a degree with Retief Goosen when I worked for him in his prime but the intensity with someone like Tiger would be huge.”

Set to caddie for Irish amateur tigress Lisa Maguire at the Ladies Irish Open, Byrne said: “I’d love to do it. It would be flattering and a great challenge to work for someone that talented.

And while he’ll caddie for newly-crowned European Ladies Amateur champion Lisa Maguire in the Ladies Irish Open at Killeen Castle, he’s ready to put up the glare of the spotlight on Woods’ bag.

Woods slipped outside the world’s top 20 yesterday for the first time since 1997.

Now ranked 21st, he hasn’t played since May because of knee and Achilles tendon injuries

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Ireland Regional Overview

Ireland Ireland is the third largest island in Europe, and the twentieth largest island in the world.

Historically, Ireland is divided into four ancient provinces, Leinster, Munster, Connaught and Ulster. There are thirtytwo counties within those provinces.

For tourism the country is divided into regions which may cross over provinces.

This history is reflected in the warm hospitality, underrated delicious traditional dishes, brilliant music, and beautiful landscape. Whether enjoying a morning breakfast at a B&B, downing a pint or two in a pub, experiencing the local artists, or hiking along a seaside cliff, it is hard not to feel a part of the dramatic culture and rich history that is Ireland.

Throughout the entire island of Ireland there are thousands of lakes and rivers that are natural wonders. In addition, Ireland’s ancient past makes it an archeological paradise, with many sites dating back thousands of years. There is so much to

explore and experience, that no matter where you travel in Ireland, it will be a fantastic exploration, with unsurpassed hospitality.

The scenery is ever changing, simply spectacular, and literally unfolds before your eyes. All over Ireland you can enjoy the outdoors from fishing to golf, horse riding to water sports. Local eateries offer a wide range of food from simple to fine dining. However, whether plain or fancy, the fare is usually fresh, often home grown, and absolutely fantastic.

Ireland is a golfer’s paradise - if you are prepared for changing weather, strong winds and challenging courses. The older Irish courses are legend, the new ones getting there. Choosing the perfect courses for a golfing tour of Ireland is a hard task, that is why The Irish Golf Guide is your perfect partner for choosing the course that is right for you. Whether you want famous links courses, classic parkland or luxurious golf resorts, Ireland has it all.

The Irish Golf Guide

Ireland Regional Overview

Ulster Londonderry

Antrim

Donegal

Tyrone

Connaught Fermanagh

Down

Armagh Monaghan

Sligo Leitrim

Cavan Louth

Mayo Roscommon

Longford Meath Westmeath

Galway

Dublin Offaly

Kildare Wicklow

Laois Clare Carlow

Limerick

Kerry

Tipperary

Kilkenny Wexford

Waterford

Leinster

Cork

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Adare Manor Golf Club Adare Co Limerick

Adare Manor Golf Club

Telephone: 061 396204 info@adaremanorgolfclub.com www.adaremanorgolfclub.com

How to Find When you pass the Lantern Lodge Roundabout on the N21 to Adare, you can see the glf course on the left through the trees. The entrance is further on before you cross the bridge over the River Maigue.

Adare Manor Golf Club, one of the hidden jewels in the Irish golfing firmament, was established in 1900 when the 4th Earl of Dunraven invited the Scottish professional, Ben Sayers, to come over and lay out a nine hole course on the picturesque part of his vast estate.

Our club has a proud tradition of hospitality and friendliness. Our 18-hole parkland golf course provides an historic Irish golfing experience.

The Desmond Castle (1200 ad) is a magnificent backdrop to the 1st and 15th greens, while the ruins of the Franciscan Abbey (1464 ad) dominate the centre of the course.

Adare Manor Golf Club

Golfing societies and all visitors are very welcome, and will find the tree-lined fairways a serious golfing challenge.

Signature Hole: No 18 is a shortish par 4 but needs careful management. Firstly, you drive through a narrow gap between trees as far as the dogleg. Then you must steer a clear course between the graveyard along your right and trees guarding the castle on the left in order to reach an uphill green.

Even if you hit the green in 2 shots your par is not guaranteed - a large green sloping from right to left and from top to bottom.

Facilities Bar / Restaurant, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 69 • 5764 • 5508 • 5053 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

3 126

10

3

170

2

4 382

11

4

326

3

5 425

12

3

136

4

4 322

13

5

491

5

4 359

14

3

189

6

3 168

15

4

354

7

4 366

16

4

414

8

3 190

17

4

271

9

5 472

18

4

347

A very early visitor to the course was Bernard Darwin, the first recognised golf correspondent. Writing in 1907, after savouring its delights, he wrote: ‘Apart from it extraordinary beauty and the unique character of its hazards, Adare is quite out or the ordinary run of courses, it is all rather in miniature, and there is something wonderfully attractive in an occasional round on a course of this kind after a spell of battling with the breeze over long seaside links’.

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Arklow Golf Links Abbeylands, Arklow, Co. Wicklow Telephone: +353 (0)402 32492 Email enquiries via website www.arklowgolflinks.com

ARKLOW Golf Links

How to Find Follow the M50/M11 southbound and continue onto the N11 southbound. Take the first exit for Arklow. Cross Hoey’s bridge and take left up South Quay. Turn right up S. Green to junction. Take left facing Dainty Bakery Shop onto Tinahask Road. Take next right up Tinahask Road Lower. Take right fork at The Wicklow Baptist Church up St Michael’s Tce. Head straight up the hill and into Arklow Golf Links.

Arklow Golf Club was formed in 1927. Since the very beginning, the Club has extended a warm and inviting welcome to all of its visitors from at home and from overseas. Your friends at Arklow will ensure that your visit is much more than a great round of golf. South Wicklow’s beauty, the adjacent Irish Sea, reasonable rates and extraordinary service will guarantee your personal satisfaction above all else.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Pro Shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 69 • 6505 • 6074 • 5440 (72) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 381

10

4

384

2

4 397

11

3

147

3

3 179

12

4

397

4

4 345

13

3

167

5

4 421

14

4

353

6

4 387

15

4

418

7

3 127

16

5

495

8

4 331

17

4

431

9

3 179

18

5

535

This traditional links was originally formed

by Hawtree & Taylor and has evolved with the aid of inputs from Eddie Hackett and in recent times Eddie Connaughton. The links has been described as a hidden jewel and the

Southern Region of the Irish PGA held their 2001 and 2002 Championships on this links.

Signature Hole Hole 2, Par 4, ‘The Graveyard’ This is a stiff test as the green is unsighted from the tee due to a large dune. It is best to drive to the left of the fairway which avoids heavy rough on right and opens up a good view of the green.

Difficult undulations on the green make this a tough par 4 and well worthy of its Index 6. The name derives from the distant past when it was an animal graveyard. Designer and five times (5) Open Champion J H Taylor considered this hole to be the best test of golf on the course.

4 for 3 Monday to Friday Attractive membership options Full Membership Join now for €1,500, including 1 Year Annual Sub of €919 Five day membership No entrance fee and €649 per year

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Ashbourne Golf Club Archerstown, Ashbourne, Co. Meath Telephone: 01 8352005 Email enquiries via website www.ashbournegolfclub.ie

How to Find

Ashbourne

From Ashbourne Village: Turn at Ashbourne House Hotel. Follow road for approx. 1 mile. Course Entrance on left just after the skew-backed bridge.

From M50: Take exit for N2 (Derry/ Ashbourne). Take exit 3 (signposted for Ashbourne/Ratoath/Swords). At roundabout take third exit (road to Swords). Take 1st left turn - there is a sign for the course at the junction.

You will see the course on your right in a matter of seconds.

From Airport: Follow signs for M1 South. On M1 take exit for M50.

Follow instructions above.

Ashbourne Golf Club is a fine parkland layout designed by Declan Branigan Design with Ryder Cup Vice-Captain Des Smyth.

Measuring 5,869 meters from the Championship tees, the par 71 course is not long by today’s standards, but it still proves to be a stern test of golf. The combination of Broadmeadow River and the five man-made lakes come into play on thirteen holes. The difficulty of the layout is further enhanced by a number of strategically positioned trees.

The combination of a fine golf course and a very friendly atmosphere in our clubhouse

makes Ashbourne Golf Club a perfect venue for a casual round or a society outing.

The facilities have been improved with the opening of our new restaurant by award winning chef Keith Kenny. Golfers and nongolfers alike can enjoy Keith’s fine food in the friendly atmosphere of the bar or the more formal setting of the restaurant.

Signature Hole: Hole 12, Par 4, 373 Metres A fantastic hole that brings the river into play from the tee and again on the approach.

Steely nerves are required even if the golfer decides to lay up on their second shot. A classic risk and reward Par 4.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Practice Area (Putting Green, Short Game Area, Practice Fairway), Pro Shop (Trolley, Electric Trolley, Buggy rental; Club Hire; Lessons).

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5869 • 5717 • 5541 • 5024 (72) H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 274

10

3

170

2

3 155

11

4

362

3

4 330

12

4

358

4

5 450

13

3

140

5

3 144

14

5

471

6

5 487

15

4

322

7

4 356

16

3

138

8

4 405

17

5

489

9

4 346

18

4

320

Special Summer Green Fee Rates

Thursday Open Series

Early Bird, Before 9.30am - €15

(21st July to 8th September)

Subject to availability, Must be booked in advance

(must be booked online)

9.30 – 10.30 am - €19 After 10.30am - €25 or 4 for €85 Membership Available from only €1500 Please contact the office for full details

Every Thursday Singles Stableford, Open to Men & Ladies, Daily Prizes + Overall Prizes Entry Fee €15 Time sheets available online, CONGU handicap required Groups Welcome

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Athlone Golf Club Hodson Bay, Athlone, Co. Roscommon Telephone: 353 906 492073 athlonegolfclub@eircom.net www.athlonegolfclub.ie

How to Find

Athlone Golf Club was founded in 1892 making it one of the longest established clubs in the country. It is a superb 18-hole parkland course situated on the shores of Lough Ree in the centre of the country bounded on three sides by picturesque Lough Ree.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Club Repair Service, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6164 • 5983 • 5695 • 5103 H ole

Par

Athlone

From the East: Follow signs for Galway on the M6 motorway. Continue past Athlone on the bypass. Cross over the River Shannon bridge and take the Roscommon Exit (N61).

Continue towards Roscommon for approximately 5kms.

Athlone Golf Club is well sign posted and located to your right.

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 337

10

3

176

2

3 140

11

4

365

3

4 377

12

5

454

4

4 399

13

4

396

5

5 520

14

4

313

6

3 151

15

4

296

7

5 421

16

4

407

8

4 384

17

3

107

9

4 379

18

4

361

Beautifully designed, the course exploits the natural splendour of its surroundings, affording from its vantage points and from the modern strategically appointed clubhouse, with panoramic views of the lake and its wooded islands. Its tree-lined fairways and undulating terrain make it a true test of golf for all standards of golfer.

Athlone Golf Club has hosted many provincial and national championships, including the All-Ireland Cups and Shields Finals in 1998.

Also, in 2007, the All Ireland Mixed and All Ireland Ladies Championships were held here.

Signature Hole: 13th, 396m par 4. A severe dogleg right to left, you drive over “the saddle” into a valley. The braver you are with your tee shot, the shorter the blind approach to the relatively small green, protected by a bunker to the left and mounds and hollows to the right. A par is a great score on any day. Anything higher and you will want to go back and play it again… but differently!

Athlone Golf Club Open Singles Every Wednesday: Visitors €15 Membership Available, No Entry Fee

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The Ballymascanlon House Hotel Dundalk Co. Louth Telephone: 353 42 935 8200 info@ballymascanlon.com www.ballymascanlon.com

Ballymascanlan

How to Find Heading North from Dublin: Take M1 from Dublin Airport north. Pass through Toll bridge at Drogheda heading north. Take exit 18 marked Dundalk North, R173 Carlingford/Greenore. Take N52 exit off Faughart Roundabout which leads to the Ballymascanlon Roundabout. Take Ballymascanlon exit off this roundabout. We are 3km down this road on the left

Welcome to Ballymascanlon Hotel. Set in 130 acres of beautiful parkland, this impressive Victorian House forms the heart of this Hotel. Steeped in history, Ballymascanlon estate dates from 833 ad. when it was the seat of the Scanlons of Oriel, Co. Louth. This ‘Special Place’ built some 150 years, has been transformed to the modern standards of today.

Family run with a pride and dedication, there is a genuine interest in ensuring every guest is made to feel at home in an informal and luxurious setting giving them a taste of an era gone by.

All your leisure needs are catered for with an 18-hole parkland Golf Course and superb Health

Club where you can truly relax and unwind.

The course is designed by the internationally renowned Craddock & Ruddy, should more than please. Set amidst the historic Cooley landscape the course is as challenging as it is rewarding.

Signature Hole: 7th Par 4 395yards. Stunning par four with a tight drive with out of bounds left. Drive down to a pond 240 yards off the tee. Demanding second shot to a banked elevated green with the fast flowing River Ballymascanlon in front. Green surrounded by deep bunkering with the Victorian Garden wall in the background. The hole is framed by mature woodland and rhododendrons.

Our special offer 2 Bed & Breakfast, 1 Dinner, 1 Golf at €165 per person sharing

Facilities Hotel, Health Club, Tennis Courts, Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 68 • 5763 • 5471 • 4721 (71) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 360

10

4

361

2

4 290

11

3

174

3

3 169

12

4

374

4

5 454

13

4

356

5

3 150

14

3

193

6

4 357

15

4

390

7

4 395

16

3

194

8

4 383

17

4

342

9

4 406

18

4

415

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Bray Golf Club Greystones Road, Bray Co.Wicklow Telephone: +353 1 2763200 info@braygolfclub.com www.braygolfclub.com

How to Find

Bray Golf Club is a magnificent USGA-standard parkland course, set in nearly 200 acres, between Bray Head and the Sugar Loaf Mountain with magnificent views of Killiney Bay and the Wicklow Mountains. Described as “spectacular in every aspect”, Bray combines stunning scenery with a classic layout.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Meeting Rooms, Practice Range, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5990 • 5645 • 5188 • 5077 H ole

Par

BRAY

From Dublin Airport: Take the M1 towards Dublin City. Then take the slip road for the M50 and follow the M50 Southbound. Proceed through toll bridge and continue along the M50 until it meets the N11. Travel along the N11 for approximately 3 miles and take the 5th turn-off which is signposted for Bray & Greystones.

At the roundabout turn right and travel along the Southern Cross Road until you reach the roundabout at the Ramada Woodlands Court hotel.

Turn right and drive for 700 yards. The entrance to the course is on the left.

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 389

10

4

288

2

3 152

11

4

291

3

3 380

12

4

338

4

3 161

13

3

150

5

5 430

14

4

360

6

5 466

15

5

428

7

4 340

16

3

149

8

4 316

17

4

385

9

3 154

18

5

468

Our course, which has been in play since June, 2003, was designed by Des Smyth (2006 Ryder Cup Vice-Captain) and Declan Brannigan and is a striking example of modern design with old style golfing values. It provides the perfect environment for all golfers. The design strategy involved a tiered effect for the

fairways, thereby negating to a large degree the effect of the sloping site on which the course was constructed. As a result a large number of the holes are relatively flat.

The course was constructed using modern construction methods and the sand based USGA specification greens provide wonderful putting surfaces all year round.

The choice of three tees on each hole provides the player with three different tests of golf. The Blue tees total 5990 metres in length, with the white measuring 5645 metres and the yellow tees 5188 metres.

Great value membership options available With installment payment schemes covering Entrance Fees and Annual Charges.

Join Now as a Full or 5 Day Member and pay over 5 years !

Don’t forget our great 4 for 3 Offer on Green Fees Available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturday afternoons.

Call: +353 1 2763200 · info@braygolfclub.com · www.braygolfclub.com

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Bunclody Golf & Fishing Club Carrigduff, Bunclody Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 9374444 info@bunclodygfc.ie www.bunclodygfc.ie

How to Find

Bunclody

From Dublin North Side: Start from Red Cow. At Junction with M50 take middle-hand lanes onto N7 (signposted Limerick).

Leave the M7 at junction 11, then join the M9 motorway (signposted Waterford). Leave M9 at junction 5, then at roundabout take the 1st exit onto the N80 (signposted Rosslare).

Continue on N80 to Bunclody Entrance to Golf Course is opposite the Mill Race Hotel on the left hand side at the top of the Main street.

Bunclody Golf and Fishing Club is situated in 300 acres of breathtaking parklands in the former Hall-Dare Estate on the Carlow Wexford border. Although a new addition to the Irish golfing tradition Bunclody Golf Club is proving to be the premier golf course in the Southeast.

The golf course runs over 7,200 yards making it an undeniably championship golf course.

On site is a fully stocked Professional shop where the resident Golf professional Ian Kerr operates the Golf Academy. Our traditionally thatched club house has the characteristics of an old historic golf club yet it boasts stateof-the-art amenities. The golf course also

includes Ireland’s first ever elevator linking the 17th green with the 18th tee. The luxurious locker rooms and sauna provide weary golfers with a place to relax and unwind before availing our top class bar and restaurant.

Signature Hole: The Index 1, 16th tee box sits on the bank of the River Slaney giving a glimpse of the green over 400 yards away, an accurate drive is required through the mature pines with a little draw to avoid the fairway bunkers, to compliment a good drive requires a well executed mid to long iron to the green which is part surrounded by the River, a par will be a memorable result.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Half Way House, Sauna, Driving Range, Short Game Academy, Electric Cart Rental, Buggy Rental, Trolley Rental, Club Hire, Pro Shop, Golf Lessons Available Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7164 • 6728 • 5581 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

5 585

10

4

377

2

4 473

11

4

415

3

5 577

12

4

452

4

4 395

13

4

407

5

3 220

14

3

193

6

4 378

15

4

453

7

3 214

16

4

468

8

5 529

17

3

180

9

4 313

18

5

535

Visit our website www.bunclodygfc.ie for our latest offers, or call the pro shop on 05393 74444

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Castlerea Golf Club Clonalis, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Mobile: 087 1278066 Landline: 094 9620068 castlereagolf@oceanfree.net www.castlereagolfclub.com

How to Find

Facilities Bar, Catering on request, Putting Green

Course Information 9 holes, Par 68 • 5682 • 4908 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 339

10

4

348

2

4 273

11

4

368

3

5 466

12

5

479

4

3 150

13

3

150

5

5 424

14

4

358

6

4 357

15

4

358

7

4 385

16

3

172

8

4 394

17

4

385

9

3 140

18

4

325

Castlerea

From M6: Continue onto N6 (signs for Gaillimh/Galway/Athlone). At junction 2, take the N61 exit to Ros Comain/ Roscommon/Sligeach/Sligo. Turn left at Roscommon Rd/N61 (signs for Ros Comain/Sligeach/Sligo). At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Circular Rd/N63. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto Goff St/N61. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Racecourse Rd/N60. Turn right at Main St/N60. Turn left at St Patrick’s St/N60

Castlerea golf club was founded on 9th September 1905. The course was originally located on the Ballymoe road at Harristown.

historic seat of the O’Conor Don family.

It moved to its present location at Clonalis in 1907. The land was initially leased from the O’Conor Don family. In 1985, the members purchased the freehold interest in the lands.

Castlerea Golf Course is acknowledged as a fine example of a parkland 9 hole golf course.

It comprises some 5682 yards and is built around a tributary of the river suck. The water and mature broadleaf trees represent an interesting challenge for all golfers.

The club house was replaced in 1990/91 when the current building was erected. The club continues to develop the course and grounds and purchased additional lands in 2007. This new development is in close proximity to the famous Clonalis House, the

Signature Hole: 4/13th hole is the most scenic on the course.

A Par 4 with the men’s tee positioned beside the river and requiring a drive across water.

The green is positioned close to a group of trees. Not a hole to slice or pull your shot.

Castlerea Golf Club Lisa & Leona McGuire visit Castlerea Golf Club on

Friday 26th August - All Welcome. See website for details.

Ladies & Gents Senior Open Days (Over 50’s) Thursday July 28th, Thursday August 18th, Thursday Sept 22nd.

Time Sheet Mickey Freyne 087 1278066

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Dromoland Castle Golf & Country Club Newmarket-on-Fergus Clare

Dromoland Castle

Telephone:+353 061 368144 sales@dromoland.ie www.dromoland.ie

How to Find Dromoland Castle is ideally located 8 miles from Shannon Airport in Clare just outside Newmarket on Fergus. The proximity of this beautiful castle hotel in Clare Ireland to other major cities in the South /South West of Ireland make it an ideal location for touring: 19 miles from Limerick city, 48 miles from Galway city, 80 miles from Cork city and 88 miles from Killarney.

Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club has been in existence since 1962 and golf has been played for 43 years over the lush rolling tree lined landscape that drains into Dromoland Lough with the Castle as a backdrop. The course was entirely revamped in 2004 at a cost of over €5million, and has subsequently been refined and polished over the following few years.

The Course architects, Ron Kirby and the late JB Carr teamed up again following their success at the Old Head of Kinsale. The result is nothing short of spectacular and places Dromoland at the vanguard of “must play” golf destinations on the island of Ireland.

Already the course has earned a reputation equalling that of Adare and Mount Juliet and the quality of the greens and tees is compared very favourably to the very best worldwide.

Dromoland Castle golf resort is one of the finest 5 star hotels in Ireland and now has a golf course to equal the splendour of the setting. Visitors to the course have eloquently described it as “the Augusta of Ireland”.

Our signature hole is the par 3, 7th at 179 yards.

Large lake vista with Dromoland castle as a background, well shaped green with green side bunker on the right and a feature pond short and left of the green.

Visit our website www.dromoland.ie for the latest offers

Facilities 5 Star Hotel, Spa, Bar, Restaurant, Meeting Rooms, Driving Range, 2 Putting Greens, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6975 • 6678 • 6247 • 5481 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 390

10

4

418

2

4 588

11

3

565

3

4 158

12

4

440

4

3 402

13

4

152

5

5 411

14

5

397

6

3 421

15

4

293

7

4 148

16

5

179

8

5 391

17

3

341

9

4 495

18

4

443

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Druids Glen Resort Newtownmountkennedy, Co.Wicklow, Ireland Hotel & Golf Reservations Team reservations@druidsglenresort.com Telephone: 01 2870847

Druids Glen Resort

Druids Glen & Druids Heath Golf Courses barry.dowling@druidsglenresort.com Telephone: 01 2812504 www.druidsglenresort.com

How to Find From Dublin Airport: Take the M1 then follow M50 Southbound. Proceed through toll area, continue to the end of the M50 motorway and follow the signs for M11/N11 (Wexford/ South East) M11 continues onto the N11 through Kilmacanogue Village, onwards through Glen O’ The Downs* Druids Glen Resort enjoys a breathtaking setting in wonderful Wicklow, The Garden of Ireland.

Just 30 minutes driving distance from Dublin City Centre, the resort and hotel are a long established secret – its long list of loyal guests returning time and time again, for it’s relaxed atmosphere and friendly, yet meticulous service.

Facilities at the resort include: 5 Star Resort & Hotel · 145 Deluxe Bedroom and Suites · Choice of Dining Options · 2 Championship Golf Courses · The Spa at Druids Glen Hotel · Leisure Facilities and 18 m Swimming Pool · Excellent Conference, Banqueting & Event Facilities · Stunning Wedding Venue.

Enjoy the tranquility of the mystical Druids Glen, with manicured tree-lined fairways, historical landmarks, spectacular water features and vibrant floral displays.

Known as “The Augusta of Europe” this famous course designed by Pat Ruddy & Tom Craddock, opened in 1995. Just a year after opening, Druids Glen hosted the Irish Open for four years in a row. Colin Montgomerie won two years running, followed by David Carter and Sergio Garcia, shooting a 64 in the final round. Druids Glen has hosted the prestigious Seve Trophy, a biannual event between the leading Tour Players of Britain & Ireland and Continental Europe.

From Dublin City: Take the N11 route towards Wexford, through Kilmacanogue Village, onwards through Glen O’ The Downs* From Belfast: Follow the signs for Newry, when exiting Newry follow the signs for Dundalk and on into Drogheda.

From Drogheda head towards the M1 Southbound. Exit M1 and join the M50 travelling South bound. Continue on the M50 past the Toll bridge. Continue to the end of the M50 motorway and follow the signs for M11/N11 (Wexford/ South East) M11 continues onto the N11 through Kilmacanogue Village, onwards through Glen O’ The Downs* *From Glen O’ The Downs: Take the left turn signposted Newtownmountkennedy, the next left off the roundabout reaching a T Junction. Take a right and the next right at another T Junction. Take the next left and follow the signs.

Summer Special Offers Available Sunday - Thursday A fourball on Druids Glen from €200 A fourball on Druids Heath from €110 Valid until the end of August For details call 01 2870800 or Email: golf.offers@druidsglenresort.com

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Druids Glen Resort

Druids Glen 18 holes, Par 71 • 7046 • 6560 • 6202 • 5541 (73) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 427

10

4

401

2

3 174

11

5

512

3

4 330

12

3

168

4

4 417

13

4

461

5

5 492

14

4

333

6

4 456

15

4

395

7

4 392

16

5

481

8

3 152

17

3

178

9

4 369

18

4

422

When you come to play at Druids Glen, you’re playing one of the finest, most challenging, and most enjoyable golf courses in Europe - a course good enough to host the most prominent event in Irish golf.

In 2000, Druids Glen was named “European Golf Course of the Year.”

Druids Heath 18 holes, Par 71 • 7434 • 7001 • 6629 • 6054 • 5423 (72) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 420

10

4

384

2

5 536

11

3

185

3

3 186

12

4

462

4

5 504

13

4

345

5

3 182

14

3

159

6

4 450

15

5

474

7

4 409

16

4

448

8

4 351

17

4

372

9

4 391

18

4

371

There are few places in the world that encapsulate the true spirit of the game of golf like Druids Heath. The Mountains, Sea and rolling Irish Countryside provide stunning vistas throughout your round.

The sea breeze calls for shot-making skills and imagination from the golfer.

In the words of Pat Ruddy “Druids Heath affords the player the opportunity to stride-out in a place which is invigorating to both body and soul with the ever present sea breezes adding greatly to a sporting challenge, which is quite difficult to concentrate on as the eye wanders eagerly fifty miles out to sea, twenty miles southwards over an unspoiled, rolling pastoral scene to Wicklow Head and inland to the Wicklow Mountains.

Dull would he be of soul who would allow a few stray shots spoil a day in such a blessed spot”.

Venue for the 2006 Irish PGA Championship, Druids Heath has played host to many of the worlds leading Tour Players.

Golf Society Green Fees at Druids Glen Resort From €30.00 on Druids Heath From €50.00 on Druids Glen Course Special 2 Course Offer just €99.00 Call 01 2870812 or visit www.druidsglenresort.com to find out more.

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Edmondstown Golf Club Edmondstown Road, Rathfarnham Dublin 16 Telephone: 00 353-1-493-1082 info@edmondstowngolfclub.ie www.edmondstowngolfclub.ie

How to Find

EdmonDstown

From the Airport merge onto M50 Southbound. At exit 12, take left slip road left to Knocklyon/Ballyboden/Firhouse.

Go straight through two roundabouts.

At 3rd roundabout take last exit onto Ballyboden Road. Keep straight onto R116 Edmondstown is on left hand side.

From Dublin/Christchurch Place N81.

Turn left to stay on N81/Nicholas Street.

Keep straight onto R114. Turn left onto Rathfarnham Road. Turn right onto R115/ Willbrook Road. At roundabout, take 2nd exit . Keep straight onto R116 Edmondstown is on left hand side.

Possessing a fair but testing reputation, Edmondstown Golf Club, in delightful environs in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains 7 miles to the south and west of the city centre, is a well maintained and manicured course in elevated deciduous parkland.

Major focal points of the course are the secluded 4th and 6th holes, which are isolated from the remainder of the course by a meandering stream, drawing the golfer into a difficult shot to the green; indeed the aforementioned 6th remains one of the best inland par fours in Ireland.

The Club plays host to many outings during

the year and can provide first class food and drink in a friendly atmosphere. It is this friendliness which members cherish among themselves and which ensures that visitors are made to feel welcome.

Signature Hole: Hole 6 - Par 4 - 382 Metres The elevated tee yields a beautiful view of this well protected green, surrounded by river (front), as well as bunkers and ponds.

But don’t spend too much time enjoying the scenery. Try to leave approach short of pin, as the green slopes strongly from back to front. Par is a good score, as danger lurks around every turn...

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6011 • 5841 • 5493 • 4955 (72) H ole

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 376

10

4

310

2

4 338

11

4

338

3

3 153

12

5

477

4

5 494

13

3

140

5

4 391

14

4

358

6

4 382

15

4

275

7

5 451

16

4

322

8

3 160

17

3

166

9

4 330

18

4

380

Contact the office or visit our website www.edmondstowngolfclub.ie for the latest offers

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Faithlegg House Hotel & Golf Club Faithlegg Co Waterford Telephone: 353 051 382000 Email enquiries via website www.faithlegg.com

How to Find

Opened in May 1993, Faithlegg Golf Course was designed by renowned Irish golf course architect Mr. Paddy Merrigan. The course carries Merrigan’s familiar stamp of difficulty, undulating greens, water hazards and perfectly placed sand traps, all of which, complete and heighten the challenge which is “Faithlegg”.

Facilities Hotel, Spa, Conference Rooms, Bars, Restaurants, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Club Hire, Video Swing Analysis, Lessons, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6666 • 6335 • 5501 (73) H ole

Par

Faithlegg

Waterford to Faithlegg House Hotel: Arrive in Waterford and follow signs for Dunmore East heading south for 4 km. Bear left at Maxol Garage in the centre of the road for Passage East & Cheekpoint for 7km. At the signpost for Checkpoint take the right fork, down hill under the bridge and pass Jack Meades Pub on your left. Then 1.3km to Faithlegg House Hotel, entrance gates have two stags heads on top of them, on left hand side of the road, just beyond Faithlegg Garden Centre.

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 280

10

5

474

2

5 485

11

4

397

3

3 131

12

4

418

4

4 330

13

5

485

5

4 408

14

5

501

6

3 195

15

4

357

7

4 401

16

3

156

8

4 356

17

4

397

9

3 145

18

4

419

The 200 acre estate can be found just 7km (4 miles) from Waterford City in the heart of Ireland’s sunny South East. The course situated on the banks of the River Suir, has been perfectly designed into a wonderful landscape. Its design uses the combination of mature trees, flowing terrain and the

beautiful picturesque setting to fine effect.

With a championship yardage of 6674 yards, it ensures that all level of golfer will be tested but at the same time enjoy the challenge of negotiating a good score at Faithlegg.

Signature Hole: 16th Par 3 166yards - “Olivia’s Garden”. With mature trees left and right creating a “tunnel effect” tee shot, adds not only beauty to the hole but also adds to the difficulty of the shot being played into a very shallow green. Guarded by a well-positioned sand trap at the front and another, which creeps around the right hand side of the green, catching any off hit tee shots with great ease!

Play & Stay Offer – Golf, Bed & Breakfast from €89 Per Person Sharing* We can also create play and stay offers that suit you! For more information please contact reservations on 051 382000 (*Subject to availability & Terms and conditions apply)

The travelling golfers ideal companion is also available online

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Fota Island Resort Fota Island Cork Telephone: 353 21 488 3700 reservations@fotaisland.ie www.fotaisland.ie

How to Find

Facilities Hotel, Spa, 3 Golf Courses, Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Driving Range, Golf Academy, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information The Deerpark Course 18 holes, Par 71 • 6927 • 6488 • 6100 • 5509 The Belvelly Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 7121 • 6746 • 6349 • 5772 The Barryscourt Course 18 holes, Par 73 • 7362 • 6958 • 6567 • 5861

Fota Island

From Cork Airport Take the E30 as far as the Cobh Exit, approximately nine miles (15 kilometres) east of Cork. Follow the R264 towards Cobh for approximately two miles (three kilometres).

Follow signs for Fota Island Golf Club and the resort is on the left.

Fota Island Golf Club is just a few minutes drive from Cork City’s international airport.

Located in the heart of a 780 acre estate which is included in “The Inventory of Outstanding Landscapes in Ireland”. The splendid woodlands are woven into three challenging championship courses which are very much in the traditional mode, featuring strategically placed bunkers and undulating putting surfaces.

The Deerpark Course at Fota Island Golf Club with its receptive greens and strategic bunkering impresses even the most experienced professionals. The Deerpark was proud to host the Irish Open in 2001 and 2002.

The Belvelly Course at Fota Island Resort, a Par 72 course stretching over 7121 yards from the championship tees, includes the new ninehole layout also developed by Jeff Howes.

The Barryscourt Course at Fota Island Resort, a Par 73 course, also incorporates the new nine-hole layout.

Signature Hole: Hole 10, Deerpark Course.

A lovely down hill par 5, needs a tee shot down the right side of the fairway to comfortably reach this green in 2. The second shot is very dangerous to the green, with water short right and over the back. A good risk reward hole.

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Galway Bay Golf Resort Oranmore, Co.Galway Telephone: 091 790711 info@galwaybaygolfresort.com www.galwaybaygolfresort.com

GALWAY BAY

How to Find

The Natural water hazard is the Atlantic Ocean; such is the dramatic backdrop to this Par 72 PGA Championship 18 hole golf course that is Galway Bay Golf Resort.

When designing the course, former Ryder Cup and World Cup golfer Christy O’Connor Jnr superbly blended the stunning backdrop of Galway Bay and the rugged curves of the Atlantic coastline with gentle undulating mounding along the fairways, water hazards, concealed bunkers and highly acclaimed putting surfaces. With variable wind speed and directions this Championship Galway golf course plays

differently each day posing a considerable challenge to even the lowest handicap golfers, yet it is a true and fair test of golf.

After your round you can savour the moment with fond memories in the clubhouse looking out on the spectacular course as it winds its way along the shoreline of Galway Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

Signature Hole: Hole 14. The par 5 14th is the signature hole playing 555 yards from the tips.

The risk and reward left to right dog leg layout allows those who are able to cut the corner out over the bay to easily reach the green in two.

From Dublin: Follow M6 toward Gaillimh/Galway/B. átha Luain/ Athlone - Partial toll road Take the exit for Limerick/Sligo N18. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto N18 towards Limerick/Oranmore At the roundabout, take the 1st exit and stay on N18 heading to áth Cliath/Dublin/Luimneach/Limerick/ Droichead an Cláirín/Clarinbridge.

At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit toward Limerick/Clarinbridge. Travel 1km and take right turn towards Oranmore village (Lidls on corner).

Bear left onto Maree Rd and follow signs for Golf Club and Renville Park.

Golf Club will be 3km on the right.

Facilities Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Golf Academy, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7308 • 6797 • 6453 • 5605 (74) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

5 535

10

4

395

2

4 392

11

4

404

3

4 402

12

4

431

4

3 166

13

3

174

5

4 418

14

5

521

6

5 476

15

3

186

7

3 140

16

5

538

8

4 418

17

4

383

9

4 400

18

4

418

Contact the office or see our website for special offers “The natural water hazard is the Atlantic Ocean” Christy O’Connor Jnr, Former Ryder Cup Player, World Cup Player & architect of Galway Bay Golf Resort

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Hollywood Lakes Golf Club Ballyboughal Co. Dublin Telephone: 353 1 8433406 Email enquiries via website www.hollywoodlakesgolfclub.com

Hollywood Lakes

How to Find From M50: Take M1 exit off M50, take Donabate turn off, go around roundabouts heading for Skerries. Take the N1 north to Blakes Cross (approx 3 miles). Take the first left after Blakes Cross into Ballyboughal village and then right. Continue for 2 miles until you see the gates of the club on your right-hand side. Hollywood lakes Golf Club is halfway between the villages of Naul and Ballyboughal on the R108.

We are only 5 minutes off the M1 and only 15 minutes from Dublin Airport.

Drogheda 15 mins, Duleek 10 mins.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Golf Academy with Pitching Area, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6707 • 6391 • 6100 • 5574 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 329

10

4

376

2

4 404

11

3

167

3

4 372

12

4

350

4

3 129

13

4

350

5

5 470

14

5

583

6

3 168

15

5

505

7

4 383

16

4

407

8

4 374

17

3

176

9

5 472

18

4

376

Hollywood Lakes Golf Club is located on the outskirts of Ballyboughal village, in North County Dublin. It lies within a 20 minute drive from Dublin Airport. Consequently, it is ideally located for golfers travelling from abroad.

Combine this element of the design with a multitude of trees and it is easy to see where the challenge emanates from. A full bar and catering service is available in the friendly atmosphere of the clubhouse.

Designed by Mel Flanagan, who made major improvements during 2002, this 18-hole parkland golf course measures 6707 yards from the championship tees including a 641 yard par 5 and comprises a par of 72.

This course is truly a test for every category of golfer. Currently there are 11 lakes and water features that sees water impact on 9 out of the 18 holes.

Our signature hole in most members’ eyes would be our 8th. Measuring just 379 yards it is a dog leg left and its degree of difficulty has increased since the introduction of a new bunker to the left of the green just in front of the water. A three wood off the tee leaves a mid-iron to a green which slopes from back to front and no matter where you are on the green you will have a very slick putt.

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Killarney Golf & Fishing Club Killarney Co. Kerry Telephone: 353 (0) 64 66 31034 reservations@killarney-golf.com www.killarney-golf.com

How to Find

Killarney

On leaving Cork Airport: Follow the signs Cork N27. Drive down hill towards the city until Junction with N25 (South Ring).

Take the slip road before the Roundabout signposted Killarney, West Cork. Continue on this road (N22), bypassing Ballincollig.

On arrival in Killarney, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit towards Tralee and Limerick. At the roundabout, drive straight through (signpost for Killorglin) and right again at the next roundabout, still heading for Killorglin. The Club is approx 1km on this road and the entrance is on the left.

The Golf & Fishing Club Killarney Golf & Fishing Club has a spectacular lakeside location next to the National Park approximately 3 km from Killarney town centre on the Killorglin - Ring of Kerry Road.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club is one of the oldest, well established and internationally recognised Clubs in Ireland. It has a membership of over 1,700 members from all over the world and the Club’s location is one of the most enviable in the World.

With 3 Championship courses the Killarney Golf & Fishing Club can offer 3 totally unique options and challenges to the golfer.

The Killeen course is very much the flagship course at the club. The Killarney lakes and high mountain range provide an imposing backdrop to this Championship course. Reopened in June 2006 the course is slightly longer with faster greens that have been brought closer to the water hazards around the course. At 6564 metres it will challenge long hitters with accuracy being vital as there is water on virtually every hole. Nick Faldo on winning The Irish Open in 1991 was one of only three players to finish under par. The challenging golf is matched by the spectacular views with the 10th being a firm favourite where you are playing virtually onto the lake.

Killeen 18 Holes, Par 72 • 6566 • 6047 • 5608 • 5041 H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 420

10

4

384

2

5 536

11

3

185

3

3 186

12

4

462

4

5 504

13

4

345

5

3 182

14

3

159

6

4 450

15

5

474

7

4 409

16

4

448

8

4 351

17

4

372

9

4 391

18

4

371

Visit our website www.killarney-golf.com for the latest offers

“Only I have made golf courses in England, Scotland and almost every country in Europe, but Killarney is Queen of them All” Hamilton White

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Mahony’s Point

H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 420

10

4

384

2

5 536

11

3

185

3

3 186

12

4

462

4

5 504

13

4

345

5

3 182

14

3

159

6

4 450

15

5

474

7

4 409

16

4

448

8

4 351

17

4

372

9

4 391

18

4

371

Mahony’s Point, the shortest of the three courses has spectacular views of the famous Killarney lakes overlooked by the McGillicuddy Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland.

The final three holes are breathtaking as you play towards the lake with the 18th described as “one of the most memorable holes in Golf”, a par three of nearly 200 yards that requires a huge carry across the corner of the lake. Discover for yourself why the 18th is the most photographed in the world.

Lackabane 18 Holes, Par 72 • 6410 • 6011 • 5582 • 5117 H ole

Par

Killarney

18 Holes, Par 72 • 6164 • 5826 • 5499 • 4932

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 420

10

4

384

2

5 536

11

3

185

3

3 186

12

4

462

4

5 504

13

4

345

5

3 182

14

3

159

6

4 450

15

5

474

7

4 409

16

4

448

8

4 351

17

4

372

9

4 391

18

4

371

Lackabane is the newest of the three courses at the Killarney Golf & Fishing Club. This Parkland course opened officially for play

in 2000. Lakes and streams are a feature throughout the length and breadth of the course, adding beauty and danger in equal measure. At 6410 metres off the very back tees the long game will be tested to the full, as competitors in the 2002 Ladies Irish Open and the European Ryder Cup Challenge Tour participants experienced in 2005.

Signature Hole: Mahony’s Point the shortest of the three courses at 6,800 yards is a lakeside course with spectacular views including the famous, breathtaking 18th described by Gene Sarazen as “one of the most memorable holes in the world”.

Visit our website www.killarney-golf.com for the latest offers

“Only a man devoid of SOUL could not rapture in the splendour and tranquillity of Killarney golf club” Henry Longhurst

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Knightsbrook Hotel Spa & Golf Resort Dublin Road, Trim, Co. Meath Telephone: +353 (0)46 9482100 golf@knightsbrook.com www.knightsbrook.com

How to Find

Knightsbrook

From M1: Leave the M1 at Junction 3, then at roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the M50. Leave the M50 at junction 6 (signposted N3 City Centre), then at roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Navan Road - N3 (signposted Cavan). At Blanchardstown Roundabout take the 2nd exit onto bypass - N3 (signposted Cavan, Navan). Drive straight for 6 miles.

Turn left onto the R154 (signposted Trim). Continue forward onto the R154 to Trim till you reach a new round about (just passed a filling station on left) Take a left at the roundabout (1st exit) and arrive at the Club.

A golf hotel and resort unlike any other, Knightsbrook Hotel Spa & Golf Resort is situated in the designated heritage town of Trim, a mere 35 minutes from Dublin City Centre. Our golf resort not only offers superb accommodation and unparalleled scenery, but also boasts an 18-hole championship golf course designed by former Ryder Cup Legend Christy O’Connor Jnr.

popular destination for golf holidays in Ireland.

It is also a favourite venue for society- and corporate golf days, as well as residential golf and leisure breaks. With its excellent facilities, convenient location, efficient staff members and friendly service, you can understand why both novices and seasoned players return to Knightsbrook time and time again.

Challenging and incredibly creative, the Knightsbrook Course enjoys a stunning location with views over undulated fairways, testing greens and demanding water features.

The course will be an ideal venue for the PING Junior Solheim Cup between Europe and the USA. The final six holes make that part of the course the toughest stretch and we can see many turns and twists happening over these holes as each team strives for victory.

The Knightsbrook golf course is fast becoming a

Facilities Hotel, 28 Self Catering Homes, Health Club, Bars, Restaurants, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Golf shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7270 • 6891 • 6605 • 5951 (74) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 420

10

4

384

2

4 415

11

4

430

3

3 142

12

4

437

4

5 515

13

5

495

5

3 168

14

4

444

6

5 530

15

4

393

7

4 389

16

3

170

8

4 448

17

5

540

9

4 396

18

3

175

H ot e l S pa & G o l f R e s o r t Knightsbrook Hotel Spa & Golf Resort Dublin Road, Trim, Co. Meath Telephone: +353 (0)46 9482100

Email: golf@knightsbrook.com

Web: www.knightsbrook.com

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Killeen Castle Dunsany Co. Meath Telephone: 353 (0) 1 6893000 info@killeencastle.com www.killeencastle.com

How to Find

Killeen Castle

From M50.

Leave the M50 at junction 6 signposted Cavan and head North on M3. Proceed through Toll Plaza, and exit M3 Motorway at Junction 6 (Dunshaughlin, Trim(R154), Â Kilcock(R125) ). After exiting M3, turn right for Dunshaughlin. At Roundabout, take 1st exit towards Dunsany, and follow signs for Killeen Castle. Proceed for approximately 2 miles until you reach another roundabout, take first exit and main entrance to Killeen Castle is on the right hand side.

Killeen Castle is a unique development set in the historic grounds of one of Ireland’s oldest and finest 12th century Norman castles. The spectacular 600 acre estate is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course; Europe’s only Dave Pelz Scoring Game School and will be complemented by a luxury hotel and spa in the near future. The lakes at Killeen Castle have been fully stocked and are teeming with fish while the idyllic rural demesne boasts a vast wealth of flora and fauna.

Located near the picturesque village of Dunsany, just north of Dunshaughlin and overlooked by the ancient Hill of Tara, Killeen

Castle offers all the joys of true country living with easy access to the city, being only twenty five minutes from both Dublin City Centre and International Airport.

The magnificent Jack Nicklaus Signature Course has had continuous hands-on involvement throughout its design and construction from one of the greatest golfers ever to play the game. Playing 7,700 yards long but spaciously rambling over 350 acres among superb natural woodlands, Jack has created a course to provide the sternest of championship challenges while still remaining accessible to the average golfer.

A J A C K S I G N A T U R E

N I C K L A U S G O L F C O U R S E

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Hotel, Fishing, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Caddies, Club Hire, Dave Pelz Golf School, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7677 • 7142 • 6535 • 6118 • 5392 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 402

10

4

403

2

5 532

11

4

410

3

4 321

12

5

463

4

4 368

13

4

386

5

4 413

14

3

180

6

3 163

15

5

500

7

5 460

16

3

182

8

3 181

17

4

375

9

4 415

18

4

381

Venue to The 2011 Solheim Cup 23rd – 25th September 2011

Visit our website www.killeencastle.com for the latest offers

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Monkstown Golf Club Parkgarriff, Monkstown Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4841376 office@monkstowngolfclub.com www.monkstowngolfclub.com

How to Find

Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 5663 • 5370 H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

3 181

10

4

315

2

4 344

11

4

344

3

5 513

12

4

299

4

4 230

13

3

159

5

4 316

14

4

377

6

3 166

15

5

470

7

4 284

16

3

172

8

4 361

17

4

399

9

4 360

18

4

373

Monkstown Golf Club rejoices in its distinguished history and its unique setting overlooking Cork’s glorious harbour.

The antiquity of the site is evoked by the ruins of the old castle which provided the members with a distinctive club-house before the ravages of time turned the grand old building into an un-inhabitable place.

Signature Hole 16th hole, Par 3, 172 metres. Stunning shot over water to a back drop of mature trees

The shell that remains is a poignant reminder of past glories and of the once-proud building that enhanced such a glorious and significant site when it was built in 1636.

It is fitting that its outline should form the crest of a club that was founded in 1908.

Keen rate offered to Societies of €35.00 per head

www.monkstowngolfclub.com

Facilities

Monkstown

From the M8, continue onto the N8.

At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto N25 heading to N22/N27/ N28/N71. Exit onto N28 toward Rinn an Scidígh/Ringaskiddy/ Carraig Leighin/Carrigaline/Baile an Roistigh/Rochestown. Turn left at Raffeen Village/R610. Take the 3rd left onto Castle Farm

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Mount Juliet Golf Club Thomastown Co. Kilkenny Telephone: +353 (0) 56 777 3010 info@mountjuliet.ie www.mountjuliet.ie

How to Find

Mount Juliet

M7 from Dublin, then M9 towards Waterford; arrive at club by taking Exit 9 from Motorway, following signposts at Stoneyford on the N10.

From Cork/Limerick/Kerry via Clonmel N24/N26

Facilities

Mount Juliet Golf Course opened in 1991 with a match featuring golfing legends Christy O’Connor Snr. and Jack Nicklaus. The beautiful and challenging Mount Juliet golf course has established itself as a premier golfing venue for Top Professionals and leisure golfers worldwide. Chosen as the first and only Jack Nicklaus signature golf course in Ireland, the “Golden Bear” was meticulous and pain-staking in his design and overseeing of the construction of his great creation.

In preparation for the WGC - American Express Golf Championship that was held here in September 2002 and again in 2004,

the Jack Nicklaus design team instigated some extensions and new features to the course, showing Mount Juliet’s continued pursuit of golfing excellence.

Signature Holes: Feature holes on Mount Juliet Golf Course include the stunning 3rd hole, a par 3 from an elevated tee to a green guarded by a natural stream and lake... one that golfers always remember. Also the par 5, 10th hole with its copse of trees which tests the golfers strategy.

The final hole, a long par 4 with water all down the left and a narrow approach to the green has decided many a tournament result.

Hotel, Spa, Leisure Centre , Equestrian Centre, Outdoor activities including Fishing , Clay Shooting & Archery.

Club House & Hotel Bar, Choice of Restaurants, Children’s Games Room, 10th Tee Catering, Par 53 Academy Course, 3 Hole Academy Course, Covered Driving Range, 18 Hole Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7264 • 6926 • 6554 • 6286 • 5554 (73) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 345

10

5

553

2

4 419

11

3

152

3

3 174

12

4

411

4

4 387

13

4

411

5

5 540

14

3

176

6

3 202

15

4

352

7

4 419

16

4

433

8

5 575

17

5

516

9

4 387

18

4

474

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Powerscourt Golf Club Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Bray Co Wicklow Telephone: 01 204 6033 Email enquiries via website www.powerscourt.ie

How to Find

Powerscourt entrance is on the right hand side opposite church entrance. The Golf Club is the first turn on the right hand side approximately 400m into the Estate.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Conference Room, Driving Range, Short Game Practice Area, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Powerscourt

Direction from Dublin City Centre/M50.

Take the N11 southbound (Wexford).

At approx. 19km , take the exit for Bray south, Enniskerry, Powerscourt Golf Club. Turn left at roundabout, over flyover and rejoin N11 heading north. Take first left for Enniskerry Village, Powerscourt Golf Club.

Continue along road to Enniskerry Village. Take the road to the left of the clock tower, in the village square, continue up steep hill for 600m.

Welcome to Powerscourt Golf Club. Home of the Championship East & West courses. Both courses are currently rated among Irelands Top 20 Parkland venues and are a must for the discerning golfers calender. Powerscourt estate has been owned by the Slazenger family since 1961. It is renowned for its magnificent gardens and the highest waterfall in Ireland. In the early 90’s an 18 hole championship course within the 1000 acre estate was conceived.

East Course: Following the contours of this mature and historic landscape, the talented golfer and successful Walker cup captain Peter McEvoy designed a testing and

Course Information East Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 6441 • 5946 • 5292 • 5433 (Yards) West Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 6352 • 5955 • 5507 • 5243 (Yards)

Summer Packages: 4 Ball - €190 Golf & Full Irish Breakfast - €55 Senior Scratch Cup, Sunday August 14th Powerscourt East course

Teetimes 0733 - 1033. €45 per person Call: (01) 204 6033

rewarding challenge for all levels of golfers.

West Course: This new course was designed by David Mclay Kidd whose portfolio includes the acclaimed Bandon Dunes in Oregan. Like the East the West offers a variety of challenging holes presenting a fresh perspective on the stunning scenery of the Powerscourt Estate The Clubhouse as it appears today had a facelift in 2003 to accompany the opening of the West course. The Members Bar, Visitors Bar or Corporate area all have views of the golf courses and are the ideal location to relax and enjoy a meal after play.

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Seapoint Golf Club Termonfeckin, Drogheda, Co Louth Telephone: +353 41 982 2333 golflinks@seapoint.ie www.seapointgolflinks.com

How to Find

SeaPoint

From Dublin: Get onto the M1 heading North and continue through the Toll Plaza and across the Boyne Suspension Bridge.

Take the Drogheda North Exit. Then take the right hand exit (Monasterboice) from the first roundabout. Go straight at next roundabout. At the 3rd roundabout take the first left for the Monasterboice exit.

Continue on this road and follow the signs to Termonfeckin. When you arrive in Termonfeckin you will be opposite a church. Turn left and cross a hump back bridge. Take the next right which will be signposted for Seapoint Golf Club which is 1 mile further on the right hand side.

The challenge at Seapoint begins from the first tee embarking onto a testing 7,150 yard Par 72 course set on 260 acres of magnificent links land. There is an abundance of natural vegetation and wonderful dunes awaiting any errant shot. Every club in the bag is required to play this championship course.

Progress through a front nine with a slightly heath land feel with an abundance of gorse and mature tress lining the boundary of the course. Water comes into play on 5 of the holes. The back nine drift close to the sea and are characterised by uneven fairways, thick rough and deep bunkers, requiring

accuracy both off the tee and into the greens.

Continuing home to the clubhouse presents little time to relax with the last three holes weaving through dunes and distracting the golfer with panoramic views and a strong sea breeze - pure links enjoyment.

Signature Hole: Hole 11, Par 4.

Placement off the tee is key at this hole, find the left hand side of the fairway just short of the bunker and you are in prime position. Be careful with the second shot as it is uphill and players tend to come up short. This is a beautiful par 4 and you will travel a long way to find one better.

Weekly Open Competitions €20 Early Bird Offer: Play before 9am for €20

“A fantastic course, great variety of holes, superb greens, a true test of golf” Darren Clarke, 2009 Host Venue Irish PGA Championship 2010

Rated in the Top 30 Courses by Golf Digest

Membership Package Available: Limited number of share Memberships at €5,000 5 day membership €800 7 day membership €1,500 Society Rates for 2011-2012 starting from €35

Book online at www.seapointgolflinks.com Check website for Open Days in August / September

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Conference Room, Driving Range, Short Game Practice Area, Putting Green, Buggies. Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6473 • 6142 • 5125 H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 329

10

5

466

2

3 134

11

4

344

3

4 340

12

4

392

4

4 388

13

4

370

5

4 353

14

4

384

6

5 469

15

3

138

7

4 384

16

4

338

8

5 494

17

3

156

9

3 169

18

5

496

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Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club Ballyconnell Co. Cavan Telephone: +353 49 952 6444 slieve-golfclub@quinn-hotels.com www.slieverussell.ie

How to Find

Slieve Russell

From Dublin: Follow the M3 Motorway, leading to the N3 through Virginia and towards Cavan. At the roundabout just outside Cavan town, take the N3 signposted for Enniskillen and at the roundabout after Belturbet take the first exit (N87) for Ballyconnell town. The Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club is situated approximately 5 miles from Belturbet on the left hand side (before you reach the town of Ballyconnell).

Facilities 222 bedroom 4 Star Hotel, Spa, Leisure Centre, Conference Facilities, Bar, 3 Restaurants, 9 Hole Par 3 Academy Course, Putting Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Golf Lessons, 5 Bay Floodlit Driving Range, Practice Area, Club Hire, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7001 • 6530 • 6071 • 5533 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 399

10

4

393

2

4 407

11

4

393

3

4 371

12

4

422

4

3 159

13

4

422

5

4 412

14

4

356

6

5 491

15

4

426

7

3 196

16

3

165

8

4 338

17

4

369

9

5 509

18

5

519

Forming part of a magnificent 300 acre estate, including 50 acres of lakes, our highly acclaimed 18-hole championship course is sensitively wrapped around the lakes and the drumlins of the County Cavan landscape.

The course presents a wonderful challenge and the devilishly tricky greens present a searching examination of accurate approach play, which adds to the enjoyment factor.

The Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club has hosted some major European Challenge Tour and Irish PGA Tournaments. These include, the Buzz.com North West of Ireland Open, the Irish PGA Championship and also the Quinn Insurance PGA Charity Pro-Am, which has been held since 1997 and has now become an annual event and boasts the highest prize fund for Irish PGA Professionals.

Not surprisingly the complex has always proved very popular with visiting golf groups from all over Ireland, the UK and Europe and many return on a regular basis to sample our renowned hospitality.

Whilst every hole on the golf course is a challenge, the par 5 13th is the signature hole with its fairway hugging the shores of one of the course’s natural lakes offering a risk/reward opportunity on every shot.

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St. Anne’s Golf Club, Bull Island Nature Reserve, Dollymount, Dublin 5 Telephone: +353 (0)1 833 6471 info@stanneslinksgolf.com www.stanneslinksgolf.com

How to Find

St. Anne’s

From the M50: Continue to the very end of the M50, following signs for Malahide. You are now on the N32.

Go straight through the traffic lights at Clare Hall. Keep straight, passing through one small roundabout. At next roundabout, take the 3rd exit in the direction of Donaghmede. Turn right at the T-Junction and take the 1st left onto Raheny Road. Go straight at traffic lights and turn left at T-Junction onto Watermill Road. Keep straight at traffic lights that bring you onto the Causeway Road. The entrance to St. Anne’s is on the left hand side.

St. Anne’s Golf Club is an impressive links with a par of 71. There is not one ’pushover’ hole on the entire course and wind conditions can be a major factor in how the course is played.

There are 408 Golf clubs in Ireland, but only 53 of these are links courses, and St. Anne’s are proud to be one of this exclusive ’club’.

with a new state-of-the-art clubhouse and significant development to the course itself.

This included the building of five new greens and eight new tee complexes. The sacred turf of the old Croke Park pitch was used to great effect in developing, strengthening and giving real definition to the back nine in St. Anne’s.

The unique setting of this famous old links, with the splendid panoramic views of Howth Head and across Dublin Bay to the Wicklow mountains, ensures a most relaxing and enjoyable game. Founded in 1921, it is a member-owned golf club. In 2003 an extensive redevelopment of the course was completed,

Hole 7, “Brent”, Par 4, 472 yards (Blue Tee).

The seventh hole is surely one of the strongest Par 4’s in North County Dublin. This long demanding hole requires an accurate drive to the right hand side of the fairway in order to set up a shot to the semi blind green. To play this hole in par is a delight whatever your handicap.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Warmup Full Shot Area, Links-land Practice Area, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Club Hire, Club Repair Service, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6717 • 6534 • 6264 • 5755 (72) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

5 519

10

3

158

2

4 360

11

5

523

3

3 177

12

4

432

4

4 401

13

5

480

5

4 384

14

4

388

6

3 159

15

4

378

7

4 475

16

4

363

8

4 381

17

3

178

9

4 378

18

4

400

Green fee rates: 40 euros Monday – Friday inclusive. 50 euros on Saturday

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The Island Golf Club Corballis, Donabate Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8436205 info@theislandgolfclub.com www.theislandgolfclub.com

How to Find

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Large Practice Area, Short Game Area, Practice Net, Trolleys, Custom Fitting, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 73 • 6312 • 5962 • 5444 (74) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 397

10

5

489

2

4 362

11

4

396

3

4 394

12

4

407

4

4 356

13

3

192

5

4 339

14

4

337

6

4 299

15

5

515

7

4 412

16

3

174

8

4 278

17

4

391

9

3 153

18

4

421

The Island

From Dublin: Just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport. Follow signs for Belfast and M1. Leave the M1 at the Donabate exit. At roundabout take 3rd exit (singposted Donabate) and at ensuing roundabout take 2nd exit (singposted Donabate). You are now on the R126. Pass Newbridge House and take 2nd right, just before hump back bridge. Follow road around the estuary. You will see the dunes and the Clubhouse of The Island Golf Club across the water. Turn right at the end of the water. Welcome!

The Island Golf Club is one of Ireland’s Finest Links Courses. A mere 15 minutes from Dublin Airport, this Championship Links Course is located across the estuary from Malahide, just North of Portmarnock.

Read more about the Club’s history.

The Island Golf Club was established in 1890 and, surrounded by the sea on three sides, it enjoys a unique setting. Until as recently as 1973 the club was approached by boat from Malahide across the estuary.

Fred Hawtree, Eddie Hackett and more recently Martin Hawtree have made course design improvements, ensuring that the

THE LATE RATE Book a Round of Golf 14 days prior to play Only €90 per player.

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true nature and character of the links are enhanced. A Classic Links Experience.

Signature Holes: 13th Broadmeadows, Par 3.

A classic short hole. If you clear the large grass bunker which guards the front of the green you may be rewarded with a birdie.

Out of bounds on the right. The alternative is to play safe down the left side and chip on.

18th Boulia Field, Par 4. One of the finest finishing holes on any links. Played almost to the limit of par fours, it demands a straight drive into or through the valley. The hole opens up to a vista with the green on rising ground. The green is the deepest on the links.

Corballis, Donabate, Co Dublin, Ireland. Ph: 01-8436205, Fx: 01-8436860. Email info@theislandgolfclub.com, Website: www.theislandgolfclub.com

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The Kildare Hotel, Spa & Country Club Straffan Co. Kildare Telephone: +353 (0)1 6017 200 sales@kclub.ie www.kclub.ie

The K Club

How to Find

Designed by Arnold Palmer, The Palmer Ryder Cup Course and The Palmer Smurfit Course are considered two of Europe’s finest Championship Courses. Golf Holidays in Ireland are not complete without a visit to The K Club, lets face it where else can you play The Ryder Cup and European Open Golf Courses at one venue? A unique statement of fact!

The Palmer Ryder Cup Course is, quite simply, one of Europe’s most spectacular courses. This Palmer designed golf haven is a must play ‘badge of honour’ that has hosted the top golf players in the world.

The Ryder Cup in 2006 and 11 European

Opens testify the importance of The Palmer Ryder Cup Course to European Golf.

The best way to describe The Palmer Smurfit Course at The K Club is that of an inland links.

However, its true attributes do not stop there.

The Course has many dramatic landscapes with dune type mounding throughout, assisting in making this a true Championship Golf Course with many vantage points for spectators to view the Golf Professional at work. In essence the Course is entirely different from The Palmer Ryder Cup Course located just across the River Liffey. The Smurfit has hosted 13 European Opens, including in 2006.

Directions to The Kildare Hotel & Country Club From Dublin Airport.

Take the M1 from the Airport and follow the signs for the M50 to the Westlink Toll Bridge. Immediately after coming off toll bridge, exit at junction 7 and head right to N4– Galway/Sligo & The West. Continue on this road on to the M4 Motorway. Exit Motorway at Naas/Maynooth signpost and a junction take left for Naas. Continue for approximately 5 miles/8km – cross Clane Road and follow sign for Straffan Past Barberstown Castle and into Straffan Village – continue through village – entrance to Hotel ½ mile/800 m on right hand side.

Facilities Hotel, Spa, Bars, Restaurants, Michael Dixon Golf School, Putting Greens, Practice Area, Trolleys, Buggies, Pro shop

Course Information The Palmer Ryder Cup Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 7350 • 6815 • 6240 • 5131 The Palmer Smurfit Course 18 holes, Par 71 • 7277 • 65682434 • 6244 • 5433

The K Club Home to two championship golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer Home to the Ryder Cup 2006 Home to 13 European Opens The Kildare Hotel and Country Club AA Hotel of the Year 2011 Proud recipient of the AA Five Red Star since 1994 consecutively

The K Club was home to 13 European Opens, the venue of the 2006 Ryder Cup and proud recipient of the AA Five Red Star since 1994 consecutively

1 Night Ryder Cup Experience from €270 pps

One nights accommodation in a Superior Room, Full Irish Breakfast, a round of golf on The Palmer

Ryder Cup & The Smurfit Palmer Course. Guests enjoy full access to our extensive K Health & Fitness Facilities, including the swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub.

Condé Nast European Resort of the year 2006

Telephone 01-6017200 or visit www.kclub.ie

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Tralee Golf Club West Barrow, Ardfert Tralee, Co. Kerry Telephone:+353 (0)66 713 6379 info@traleegolfclub.com www.traleegolfclub.com

How to Find

TRALEE

From Shannon/Dublin: Follow signs to Limerick. Then take Route 21 to Tralee. *Avoid going through Tralee town by taking a right at first traffic lights, after second lights, go through next roundabout, go through next lights. At next lights turn right on Route 551 north towards Ardfert; go left on Route 558 towards Spa/Fenit; 1/4 mile beyond Oyster Tavern, Spa, at fork go right towards Churchill/Barrow.

Follow signs to Tralee Golf Club.

From Cork: Take N22 to Killarney, then N21 to Tralee. Follow directions* as above.

Surrounded by the Atlantic, Tralee’s magnificent and challenging Arnold Palmer course offers incomparable views on all sides.

Castles, distant islands, towering mountains and the beach that figured prominently in “Ryan’s Daughter” will captivate you. Built

by Arnold Palmer, this stunning setting represents a true paradise for those willing to challenge what is widely acclaimed as one of the finest links courses in Ireland.

It comes as no surprise to learn that, due to the majestic beauty of this setting, Palmer chose it to be his first and, arguably, his finest golf course in Europe.

In addition to boasting a clear view of the Atlantic Ocean from every hole, Tralee has a fully qualified resident professional, well stocked Pro shop, a comfortable restaurant & bar, and is known for its friendly and relaxed atmosphere. A trip to Southwest Ireland could not be complete without playing this most precious and unpretentious of golfing jewels.

Signature Hole: 3rd. The Castle.

The show-piece of the course - a slender finger of green rising from the crashing waves - requires no more than an eight or nine iron, but the rocks and hungry sea at the right have claimed many a ball.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Steam Room, Caddies, Putting Green, Practice Area, Trolleys, Lessons, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6975 • 6678 • 6247 • 5481 H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 390

10

4

418

2

4 588

11

3

565

3

4 158

12

4

440

4

3 402

13

4

152

5

5 411

14

5

397

6

3 421

15

4

293

7

4 148

16

5

179

8

5 391

17

3

341

9

4 495

18

4

443

For special offers and packages visit our website at www.traleegolfclub.com

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Tramore Golf Club Newtown Hill, Tramore Co. Waterford Telephone: +353 (0)51 386170 info@tramoregolfclub.com www.tramoregolfclub.com

How to Find

Tramore

Coming from Waterford: turn right at the second roundabout. Proceed up the hill straight through the next two roundabouts on to the Ring road. The Golf Club is about a mile along the road on the right.

Coming from the Cork road: turn right at the first roundabout. You are now on the Ring road. Coming from the Dungarvan Coast road turn left at the first roundabout.

The Club is 50 meters on your left.

The Old Course, “Championship golf at it’s finest”. It is widely accepted that in 1938 when Captain H.C.C. Tippet laid out Tramore Golf Course something special was created.

Visitors over years have spoken fondly of their favourite holes and when Henry Cotton played Harry Bradshaw here in 1937 he described the Par 4, 17th hole as “one of the finest golf holes he had played”.

That’s why in 2006 when course designer Jeff Howes was awarded the contract to remodel the original 18 holes it was on the strict understanding that he could only enhance what was already there. Those who are familiar with

the old course marvel at the result and all are in agreement that Jeff Howes excelled at his task.

Although the Newtown 9 Hole Course is a relatively new addition at Tramore, early comments are very favorable and a round of golf on it is “Highly Recommended” Signature Holes At 344 meters the Par 4, 17th requires a good drive up the right hand side as access to the green is restricted by tall trees on the left. The elevated green is protected by a bunker at the front and trees at the rear calling for a high degree of accuracy with your second shot.

TRAMORE GOLF CLUB

Tuesday 4 Ball €25 p.p.

Including Grill. Visitors fourball (minimum 4 players).

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Snooker Room, Putting Green, Practice Area, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6055 • 5918 • 5777 • H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 353

10

3

180

2

5 445

11

4

347

3

3 146

12

4

306

4

4 340

13

4

325

5

4 304

14

4

393

6

3 152

15

3

108

7

4 385

16

5

455

8

4 375

17

4

316

9

5 460

18

5

433

Hosts to the Irish Youth Championship in June 2011 and the Ladies Senior Home Internationals in September 2011.

Friday Open Singles €25 p.p.

Including Grill. Open Singles Competition.

Groups and Societies: If you contact us with your requirements we can put together a very good deal for golf, golf and food, or golf, food and accommodation if required.

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The Island Waterford Ireland Telephone: +353 51 871633 golf@waterfordcastle.com www.waterfordcastle.com

Waterford Castle

How to Find From Dublin N9: Turn right, at the train station roundabout onto bridge over the River Suir. Turn left at next lights onto the City quay, continue down the quay in the left-hand lane, past the Tower Hotel.

At lights immediately after the Hotel turn left onto Dunmore Road, continue past the park, and bear left at the college.

At first mini roundabout turn left, continue through next two roundabouts passing the shopping centre on the right and hospital on the left. Turn left after pedestrian crossing and continue on this road until you see the ferry crossing to the Island and the Golf Club.

Facilities Ireland’s only true island golf course, Castle Hotel, Luxury Lodges, Bar, Restaurant, Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Pro shop Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6231 • 5827 • 5103 H ole

Par

• MTS

H ole

Par

• MTS

1

4 361

10

3

152

2

3 154

11

4

318

3

4 346

12

4

397

4

4 338

13

5

427

5

5 432

14

4

306

6

4 320

15

5

454

7

3 176

16

3

173

8

5 443

17

4

344

9

4 360

18

4

326

For the ultimate golfing experience that will stay with you for a lifetime, Waterford Castle truly is an island dream! The unique Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Club is Ireland’s only true island golf resort.

Completely detached from the mainland yet ideally located for an Irish golfing vacation or exploring the many Irish golf courses nearby.

On this privately owned 310 acre island, home of the world renowned Waterford Castle Hotel, sits a wonderful parkland golf course.

Designed by Des Smyth, former Ryder Cup player, and opened in 1992, this 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course, complete

with luxurious clubhouse, leads you through mature woodland and parkland. The course itself runs to 6,814 yards, off the medal tees, and covers an area of over 200 acres.

Despite being completely surrounded by water Waterford Castle has an additional four internal water features on the second, third, fourth and sixteenth holes and we can even boast of having our own Swilken Bridge. Though not built by the Roman Empire! The layout reveals attractive rolling fairways and subtle contoured greens, magnificently blended into the sensational setting of this Island Dream!

Green fees: €35 - €45 (Subject to change) Excellent discount rates available for groups Early-Bird: €25 Before 10am, Monday to Friday

For more information on Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort, please log onto www.waterfordcastle.com. Contact us on +353 51 878203 or e-mail: info@waterfordcastle.com for special offers.

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Waterville Golf Links Waterville Co. Kerry Telephone: +353 66 947 4102 wvgolf@iol.ie www.watervillegolflinks.ie

How to Find

Waterville

From Shannon Airport: Depart along the N19 and follow signs to N18 (North) & Limerick. At Limerick follow signs for N20. Keep on N20 until you come to N21 signposted for Tralee. Take 2nd exit for Adare, and follow signs for Killarney/N21.

Go through Abbeyfeale, past Kerry County Airport (on left). At junction with N22, turn left and at crossroads for Farranfore, turn right on the R561 signposted Killorglin. Follow signs for Glenbeigh and then Cahirsiveen, follow signs for N70/Waterville. Turn right signposted Ring of Kerry and continue until you see a sign for Waterville Golf Links.

Golf at Waterville is a mystical experience – the beauty of classic links land, surrounded by the sea, yet forever challenged and shaped by the elements. Over 100 years old, Waterville is rated among the top 5 courses in Ireland and the top 20 links courses in the World.

Waterville sits on a 40 acre estate overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It was built in 1790 with additional sections added over the years. It has 8 Suites and 4 Single rooms most of which have ocean views. All are beautifully appointed.

The House also provides a fully equipped Gym, steam room and sauna plus massage.

Waterville House is surrounded by a

short game practice facility plus range both by Tom Fazio which provides three tees for various wind conditions.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Waterville House accommodation, Putting Green, Golf School, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Famous salmon and sea trout rivers with fly fishing equipment and ghillie services are provided. Waterville also has its own private helipad which is frequented by corporate and private helicopters.

Course Information

The clubhouse is all-inclusive, with locker facilities, pro-shop and adjacent golf school. The restaurant and bar feature fresh seafood, Irish fare and the best pint in Kerry, all served by the glow of turf fires.

18 holes, Par 72 • 7355 • 6810 • 6320 • 5346 (73) H ole

Par

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 395

10

4

450

2

4 432

11

5

477

3

4 408

12

3

164

4

3 176

13

5

492

5

5 551

14

4

416

6

3 166

15

4

396

7

4 404

16

4

352

8

4 402

17

3

168

9

4 405

18

5

556

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Various Green Fee and Accommodation Rates Available.

Please contact our Administration Office.

Early/Late Fees : €120 2 Round Package Consecutive Day : Week Day - Monday to Friday - €212. Weekend - Saturday & Sunday - €240 November 1st - March 31st : Greenfees €58 per person

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Westport Golf Club Carrowholly Westport, Co. Mayo.

Telephone: 353 9828262 info@westport.com www.westportgolfclub.com

How to Find

Westport Golf Club, which played host to the 2002 Smurfit Irish P.G.A. Championship, is a magnificent 18 hole parkland course with breath taking views of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay. Since arriving in Carrowholly back in 1973, Westport Golf Club have hosted a number Amateur Championships.

The most recent was the 2009 Amateur Senior Gents Home Internationals.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, 20 Bay Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Clinics, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 73 • 7000 • 6724 • 6327 • 5625 (74) H ole

Par

Westport

From Galway take the N84.

From Dublin take the M4 and M6 to Athlone. Continue on to Longford through Charlestown, Swinford, Castlebar and on to Westport.

From Belfast take the road to Lisburn, onto Enniskillen and head for Sligo.

From Sligo to Charlestown onto Castlebar and through to Westport.

• YDS

H ole

Par

• YDS

1

4 335

10

5

498

2

4 330

11

4

420

3

3 152

12

3

220

4

5 488

13

4

439

5

4 343

14

3

180

6

4 445

15

5

498

7

5 511

16

4

350

8

4 436

17

4

333

9

3 196

18

5

550

Westport Golf Club was designed by the internationally renowned Golf architect, Fred Hawtree, of the renowned British firm of Hawtree and Sons. Commenting that “the nature of the terrain, part inland and part

WESTPORT - the course that has held more amateur championships than any other course in Ireland.

Green fees Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: €30. Sat & Sun: €40 Open Day every Wednesday Until September 2011 Entry €20 inc.competition fee

seaside, the panorama which it commands and its considerable golfing virtues, make it uniquely attractive and memorable.”

Signature Holes: 15th, Par 5, ‘The Reek’ (pictured below left): Majestic par 5, where Croagh Patrick follows every shot. Gents are faced with a 176 yard carry over the Atlantic Ocean to reach the fairway for the second lay-up approach to a well protected green. Don’t go left!

18th, Par 5, ‘Gibleen’: The new feature hole at the Carrowholly course. A monster par 5 with water all up the right hand side culminating in another massive undulating green.

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Leinster Introduction

Leinster The province of Leinster takes in an area from the southern border of Northern Ireland through to the sunny south east corner of the island of Ireland, with over one and a half million people living in the vibrant, not to be missed city of Dublin and its surrounding areas alone.

Leinster takes in the counties of Carlow, Dublin & Dublin City, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Wexford & Wicklow. It has a long sea coast, stretching from Carlingford Bay in County Louth to Hook Head in County Wexford.

Leinster is probably best viewed as a series of sub regions, each sub region encapsulating its own local geography, unique landscape and separate but co-joined history. From the ancient Hill of Tara and the world famous stone age site at Newgrange, at 5000 years old it is considered to be one the oldest man made structures in the world, to the vibrant and stylish city of Kilkenny and then to Wicklow, the famous

‘Garden of Ireland’, there are an amazing number of historical and fascinating places to visit for both the golfer and non-golfer alike.

Dublin, it’s Capital is a county as well as a city and sprawls over a large part of this area. From the superb nightlife to the modern museums and art galleries, great little sea-side resorts along the coast, the lavish gardens of Howth Castle, or the unique and wonderful collection of Irish furniture and paintings at Malahide Castle - its all here in a city not to be missed.

From a golfing perspective, there are more courses in Leinster than any other province in Ireland. With plenty of great links courses such as Arklow, Seapoint and St Annes, to the large inland golf resorts of Druid’s Glen, Mount Juliet and Carton House, not forgetting the reknowned K Club near Dublin, where The Ryder Cup was won so emphatically

by Europe in 2006, Leinster has plenty of variety to challenge golfers of all levels.

“From a golfing perspective, there are more courses in Leinster than any other province in Ireland.”

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Abbeyleix Golf Club Rathmoyle Abbeyleix, Co. Laois Telephone: 057 8731450 info@abbeyleixgolfclub.ie www.abbeyleixgolfclub.ie

Ballinascorney Golf Club Kilmashogue Lane Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 4937755 info@ballinascorneygc.com www.ballinascorneygc.com

Bodenstown Golf Club Bodenstown Sallins Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 897096 bodenstown@eircom.net www.bodenstown.com

Ardee Golf Club Townparks Ardee, Co. Meath Telephone: 041 6853227 ardeegolfclub@eircom.net www.ardeegolfclub.com

Ballinlough Castle Golf Club Clonmellon County Westmeath Telephone: 046 94 33760 golf@ballinloughcastle.com www.ballinloughcastle.com

Bray Golf Club Greystones Road Bray Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2763200 info@braygolfclub.com www.braygolfclub.com

Ballymascanlon House Hotel Golf and Leisure Club Dundalk, Co Louth Tel: 042-9358200 info@ballymascanlon.com www. ballymascanlon.com Arklow Golf Club Abbeylands Arklow, Co. wicklow Telephone: 0402 32492 arklowgolflinks@eircom.net www.arklowgolflinks.com

Baltinglass Golf Club Baltinglass Co. Wicklow Telephone: 059 6481350 baltinglassgolfclub@eircom.net www.baltinglassgolfclub.ie

Bunclody Golf Club Carrigduff Bunclody, Co. wexford Telephone: 053 937444 info@bunclodygfc.ie www.bunclodygfc.ie

Beaverstown Donabate Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8436439 admin@beaverstown.com www.beaverstown.com

Callan Golf Club Geraldine Callan, Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7725136 info@callangolfclub.com www.callangolfclub.com

Ashbourne Golf Club Archerstown Ashbourne, Co. Meath Telephone: 01 8352005 info@ashbournegolfclub.ie www.ashbournegolfclub.ie

Beech Park Golf Club Johnstown Rathcoole, Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 4580522 info@beechpark.ie www.beechpark.ie

Carlow Golf Club Deerpark Co. Carlow Telephone: 059 9131695 carlowgolfclub@eircom.net www.carlowgolfclub.ie

Athy Golf Club Geraldine Athy, Co. Kildare Telephone: 059 8631729 info@athygolfclub.com www.athygolfclub.com

Birr Golf Club The Glenns Birr, Co. Offaly Telephone: 057 9120082 birrgolfclub@eircom.net www.birrgolfclub.com

Carrigleade Golf Course Carrigleade Cross Graiguenamanagh, Co.Kilkenny Telephone: 087 6290713 Carrigleade@gmail.com carrigleadegolf.wordpress.com

Balbriggan Golf Club Blackhall Balbriggan, Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8412229 balbriggangolfclub@eircom.net www.balbriggangolfclub.com

Black Bush Golf Club Thomastown Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath Telephone: 01 8250021 info@blackbushgolfclub.ie www.blackbushgolf.ie

Balcarrick Golf Club Corballis Donabate, Co Dublin Telephone: 01 8436957 balcarr@iol.ie www.balcarrickgolfclub.com

Blainroe Golf Club Blainroe Co. Wicklow Telephone: 0404 68168 info@blainroe.com www.blainroe.com

Carton House Maynooth Co. Kildare Telephone: 01 505200 golfreservations@cartonhouse.com www.cartonhouse.com

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Castle Barna Golf Club Daingean Co. Offaly Telephone: 057 9353384 info@castlebarna.ie www.castlebarna.ie

Corrstown Golf Club Corrstown Kilsallaghan Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8640533 info@corrstowngolfclub.com www.corrstowngolfclub.com

Castle Golf Club Woodside Drive Rathfarnham, Dublin 14 Telephone: 01 4904207 info@castlegc.ie www.castlegc.ie

Citywest Hotel & Golf Saggart Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 4010500 sales@citywesthotel.com www.citywesthotel.com

Courtown Golf Club Kiltennel Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 9425166 courtown@iol.ie www.courtowngolfclub.com

Castlecomer Golf Club Drumgoole Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 4441139 info@castlecomergolf.com www.castlecomergolf.com

Clontarf Golf Club Donnycarney House Malahide Road Dublin 3 Telephone: 01 8331892 info@clontarfgolfclub.ie www.clontarfgolfclub.ie

Craddockstown Golf Club Blessington Road Naas Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 897610 enquiries@craddockstown.com www.craddockstown.com

Co. Longford Golf Club Glack Dublin Road Co. Longford Telephone: 043 346310 colonggolf@eircom.net www.countylongfordgolfclub.com

Deer Park Golf Club Howth Demesne Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8322624 dpgcmail@eircom.net www.deerpark-hotel.ie

Castleknock Golf Club Porterstown Road Dublin 15 Telephone: 01 6408736 info@castleknockgolfclub.ie www.castleknockgolfclub.ie Castlewarden Golf Club Castlewarden Straffan, Co. Kildare Telephone: 01 4589254 info@castlewardengolfclub.com www.castlewardengolfclub.ie

Delgany Golf Club Delgany Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2874536 info@delganygolfclub.com www.delganygolfclub.com Co. Louth Golf Club Baltray Drogheda Co. Louth Telephone: 041 9881531 reservations@colouthgolfclub.com www.countylouthgolfclub.com

Delvin Castle Golf Club Clonyn Delvin Co. Westmeath Telephone: 044 9664315 DelvinCastle@golfnet.ie Website n/a

Co. Meath Golf Club Newtownmoynagh Trim Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9431463 info@countymeathgolfclubtrim.ie www.countymeathgolfclubtrim.ie

Donabate Golf Club Balcarrick Donabate Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8436346 info@donabategolfclub.com www.donabategolfclub.com

Charlesland Golf Club Charlesland Greystones, Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2878200 golf@charlesland.com www.charlesland.com

Coolattin Golf Club Coollattin Shillelagh Co. Wicklow Telephone: 053 9429125 coollattingolfclub@eircom.net www.coollattingolfclub.com

Cill Dara Golf Club Little Curragh Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 521295 cilldaragc@eircom.net Website n/a

Corballis Golf Club Corballis Road Donabate Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8436583 corballis.links.golfclub@gmail.com www.corballislinks.com

Druid’s Glen Golf Resort Woodstock House Newtownmountkennedy Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2873600 info@druidsglen.ie www.druidsglen.ie

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Dublin City Golf Club Ballinascorney Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 4516 430 info@dublincitygolf.com www.dublincitygolf.net

Elm Park Golf Club Nutley House Donnybrook, Dublin Telephone: 01 2692650 office@elmparkgolfclub.ie www.elmparkgolfclub.ie

Glen of the Downs Golf Club Coolnaskeagh Delgany Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2876240 info@glenofthedowns.com www.glenofthedowns.com

Dublin Mountain Golf Club Gortlum Brittas Co.Dublin Telephone: 01 4582622 info@dublinmountaingolf.com www.dublinmountaingolf.com

Elmgreen Golf Club Castleknock Dublin 15 Telephone: 01 820 0797 admin@elmgreemgolfclub.ie www.elmgreengolfclub.ie

Glencullen Golf Club Glencullen Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 294 0898 info@glencullengolfclub.ie www.glencullengolfclub.ie

Dun Laoighaire Golf Club Ballyman Road Enniskerry Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2721866 admin@digc.ie www.dunlaoghairegolfclub.ie

Enniscorthy Golf Club Knockmarshall Enniscorthy Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 9233191 info@enniscorthygc.ie www.enniscorthygc.ie

Glenmalure Golf Club Greenan Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow Telephone: 04 0446679 info@glenmalure.com www.glenmalure.com

Dundalk Golf Club Blackrock Dundalk Co. Louth Telephone: 042 9321731 manager@dundalkgolfclub.ie www.dundalkgolfclub.ie

Esker Hills G&CC Ballykilmurray Tullamore, Offaly Telephone: 05793 55999 info@eskerhillsgolf.com wwww.eskerhillsgolf.com

Gowran Park Golf Club Gowran Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7726699 golf@gowranpark.ie www.gowranpark.ie Grange Castle Golf Club Nangor Road Clondalkin Dublin 22 Telephone: 01 4641043 grangecastle@targetgolf.ie www.grangecastlegolfclub.ie

Dunmurry Springs Golf Club Dunmurry Hill Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 531400 info@dunmurrysprings.ie www.dunmurrysprings.ie

Forrest Little Golf Club Cloghran Swords Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8401763 margaret@forrestlittle.ie www.forrestlittle.ie

Edenderry Golf Club Kishawanny Edenderry Co. Offaly Telephone: 046 9731072 enquiries@edenderrygolfclub.com www.edenderrygolfclub.com

Foxrock Golf Club Torquay Road Foxrock, Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 289 3414 Email enquiries via website www.foxrockgolfclub.com

Grange Golf Club Whitechurch Road Rathfarnham Dublin 14 Telephone: 01 4932889 info@grangegolfclub.com www.grangegc.com

Glasson Golf Club Glasson Athlone Co. Westmeath Telephone: 090 6485120 info@glassongolf.ie www.glassongolfhotel.ie Edmondstown Golf Club Edmondstown Rd Rathfarnham Dublin 18 Telephone: 01 4931082 info@edmondstowngolfclub.ie www.edmondstowngolfclub.ie

Glebe Golf Club Kildalkey Road Trim, County Meath Telephone: 046 9431926 glebegc@eircom.net www.glebegolfclub.com

Greenore Golf Club Greenore Co. Louth Telephone: 042 9373212 greenoregolfclub@eircom.net www.greenoregolfclub.com

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Greystones Golf Club Whitshed Road Greystones, Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2874136 secretary@greystonesgc.com www.greystonesgc.com

Howth Golf Club Carrickbrack Road Sutton Dublin 13 Telephone: 01 839 2617 secretary@howthgolfclub.ie www.howthgolfclub.ie

Killerig Golf Club Killerig Co. Carlow Telephone: 059 916300 golf@killerigresort.com www.killerig-golf.ie

Hazel Grove Golf Club Mount Seskin Road Tallaght, Dublin 24 Telephone: 01 452 0911 info@hazelgrove.ie www.hazelgrove.ie

Kilcock Golf Club Gallow Kilcock Co. Meath Telephone: 01 6287592 info@kilcockgolfclub.ie www.kilcockgolfclub.com

Killin Park Golf club Killin Dundalk Co. Louth Telephone: 042 9339303 info@killinparkgolf.com www.killinparkgolf.com

Headfort Golf Club Navan Road Kells Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9240146 info@headfortgolfclub.ie www.headfortgolfclub.ie Hermitage Golf Club Ballydowd Lucan Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 6268491 hermitagegolf@eircom.net www.hermitagegolf.ie

Killiney Golf Club Ballinclea Road Killiney Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 2851983 killineygolfclub@eircom.net www.killineygolfclub.ie Kilcoole Golf Club Newcastle Road Kilcoole Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2872066 info@kilcoolegolfclub.com www.kilcoolegolfclub.com

Hibernian Golf Club 44 Northumberland Road Dublin Telephone: 087 2481 480 hiberniangolf@eircom.net www.hiberniangolf.com Highfield Golf Club Carbury Co. Kildare Telephone: 046 9731021 highfieldgolf@eircom.net www.highfield-golf.ie

Knockanally Golf Club Ovidstown Donadea, Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 869322 golf@knockanally.com www.knockanally.com Kilkenny Golf Club Glendine Kilkenny Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7765400 enquiries@kilkennygolfclub.com www.kilkennygolfclub.com

Hollystown Golf Club Hollystown Dublin 15 Telephone: 01 8207444 info@hollystown.com www.hollystown.com

Hollywood Lakes Golf Club Ballyboughal Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8433407 hollywoodlakesgc@eircom.net www.hollywoodlakesgolfclub.com

Knightsbrook Trim Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9482100 info@knightsbrook.com www.knightsbrook.com

Laytown & Bettystown Golf Club Bettystown Co. Meath Telephone: 041 9827170 links@landb.ie www.landb.ie Leopardstown Golf Centre Leopardstown Foxrock Village, Dublin 18 Telephone: 01 289 5341 info@leopardstown.com www.leopardstown.com

Killeen Castle Golf Club Dunsany Co. Meath Telephone: 01 6893000 info@killeencastle.com www.killeencastle.com

Lucan Golf Club Celbridge Road Lucan Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 6282106 lucangolf@eircom.net www.lucangolfclub.ie

Killeen Golf Club Kill Naas Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 866003 admin@kileengc.ie www.killeengolf.com

Luttrellstown Castle G & CC Castleknock Dublin 15 Telephone: 01 808 9988 golf@luttrellstown.ie www.luttrellstown.ie

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Mount Temple Golf & Country Club Mount Temple Village Moate, Co. Westmeath Telephone: 090 6481841 mounttemple@eircom.net www.mounttemplegolfclub.com Macreddin Golf Club Macreddin Village Co. Wicklow Telephone: 0402 36999 info@macreddingolfclub.com www.macreddingolfclub.com

Navan Golf Club Proudstown Navan Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9072888 info@navangolfclub.ie www.navangolfclub.ie New Forest Golf Club Higginstown Tyrrellspass Co. Westmeath Telephone: 028 9221100 info@newforest.ie www.newforest.ie

Malahide Golf Club Beechwood Malahide Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8461611 manager@malahidegolfclub.ie www.malahidegolfclub.ie

Mount Wolseley Golf Club Mount wolseley Hotel Tullow Co. Carlow Telephone: 059 918 0161 golf@mountwolseley.ie www.mountwolseley.ie

New Ross Golf Club Tinneranny New Ross Co. Wexford Telephone: 051 421433 info@newrossgolfclub.ie www.newrossgolfclub.ie

Millicent Golf Club Clane Co. Kildare Telephone: 45 893 279 info@millicentgolfclub.com www.millicentgolfclub.com

Mountain View Golf Club Kiltorcan Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 77 68122 info@mviewgolf.com www.mviewgolf.com

Newbridge Golf Club Barrettstown Newbridge Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 486110 newbridgegolfclub@eircom.net www.newbridgegolfclub.com

Milltown Golf Club Lr. Churchtown Road Dublin 14 Telephone: 01 4976090 info@milltowngolfclub.ie www.milltowngolfclub.ie

Mountrath Golf Club Knockanina Mountrath Co. Laois Telephone: 057 8732558 mountrathgc@irocom.net www.mountrathgolfclub.ie

Newlands Golf Club Newlands Cross Dublin 22 Telephone: 01 4593157 info@newlandsgolfclub.com www.newlandsgolfclub.com

Moate Golf Club Aghanargit Moate Co. Westmeath Telephone: 090 6481271 moategolfclub@eircom.net www.moategolfclub.ie Moorpark Golf Club Mooretown Navan Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9027661 Email n/a Website n/a

Mount Juliet Golf Club Thomastown Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7773064 scotter@mountjuliet.ie www.mountjuliet.ie

Old Conna Golf Club Ferndale Road Bray Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2826055 info@oldconna.com www.oldconna.com Moyvalley Golf Club Balyna Estate Moyvalley Co. Kildare Telephone: 046 9548000 golf@moyvalley.com www.moyvalley.com Mullingar Golf Club Belvedere Mullingar Co. Westmeath Telephone: 044 9348366 mullingargolfclub@hotmail.com www.mullingargolfclub.com

Palmerstown House Golf Club Johnstown Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 906901 info@palmerstownhouse.com www.palmerstownhouse.com

Naas Golf Club Kerdiffstown Naas Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 874644 info@naasgolfclub.com www.naasgolfclub.com

Portarlington Golf Club Garryhinch Portarlington, Co. Laois Telephone: 057 8623115 info@portarlingtongolf.com www.portarlingtongolf.com

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Portlaoise Golf Club Abbeyleix Road Portlaoise Co. Laois Telephone: 057 8661557 portlaoisgolfclub@gmail.com www.portlaoisegolfclub.com

Roganstown Golf Club Swords Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8432360 info@roganstown.com www.roganstown.com

Silloge Park Golf Club Ballymun Road Swords Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8429956 info@sillogeparkgolfcourse.com www.sillogeparkgolfcourse.com

Portmarnock Golf Club Golf Links Road Portmarnock Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8462968 info@portmarnockgolfclub.ie www.portmarnockgolfclub.ie

Rosslare Golf Club Rosslare Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 9132203 office@rosslaregolf.com www.rosslaregolf.com

Skerries Golf Club Hacketstown Skerries Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8491567 admin@skerriesgolfclub.ie www.skerriesgolfclub.ie

Roundwood Golf Club Newtownmountkennedy Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2818488 rwood@indigo.ie www.roundwoodgolf.com

Slade Valley Golf Club Lynch Park Brittas Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 4582183 info@sladevalleygolfclub.ie www.sladevalleygolfclub.ie

Powerscourt Golf Club Enniskerry Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2046033 golfclub@powerscourt.ie www.powerscourt.ie

Royal Tara Bellinter Navan Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9025508 info@royaltaragolfclub.com www.royaltaragolfclub.com

South County Golf Club Lisheen Road Brittas Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 4582965 info@southcountygolf.ie www.southcountygolf.com

Rathcore Golf Club Rathcore Enfield Co. Meath Telephone: 046 9541855 info@rathcoregolfandcountryclub.com www.rathcoregolfandcountryclub.com

Rush Golf Club Sandyhills Rush Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8438177 info@rushgolfclub.com www.rushgolfclub.com

Rathdowney Golf Club Coulnaboul West Rathdowney Co. Laois Telephone: 0505 46170 rathdowneygolf@eircom.net www.rathdowneygolfclub.com Rathfarnham Golf Club Newtown Rathfarnham Dublin 16 Telephone: 01 4931201 rgc@oceanfree.net www.rathfarnhamgolfclub.ie

St. Annes Golf Club Bull Island Nature Reserve Dollymount Dublin 3 Telephone: 01 8336471 info@stanneslinksgolf.com www.stanneslinksgolf.com Seafield Golf & CC Ballymoney Gorey Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 9424000 info@seafieldgolf.com www.seafieldgolf.com

St. Helen’s Bay Golf Club Killrane Rosslare Harbour Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 91 33234 info@sthelensbay.com www.sthelensbay.com St. Margaret’s Golf Club St. Margaret’s Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8640400 info@stmargaretsgolf.com www.stmargaretsgolf.com

Rathsallagh Golf Club Rathsallagh Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow Telephone: 045 403316 golf@rathsallagh.com www.rathsallagh.com

Seapoint Golf Club Termonfeckin Drogheda Co. Louth Telephone: 041 9822333 golflinks@seapoint.ie www.seapointgolfclub.com

Stackstown Golf Club Kellystown Road Rathfarnham, Dublin 16 Telephone: 01 4941993 admin@stackstowngolfclub.ie www.stackstowngolfclub.ie

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Summerhill Golf Club Agher Rathmoylan, County Meath Telephone: 046 9557587 summerhillgolfclub@live.ie www.summerhillgolfclub.com Sutton Golf Club Cush Point Sutton Dublin 13 Telephone: 01 8321703 info@suttongolfclub.org www.suttongolfclub.org

Turvey Golf Club Turvey Avenue Donabate, Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 843 5169 turveygc@eircom.net www.turveygolfclub.com The Island Golf Club Corballis Donabate Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8436205 louise@theislandgolfclub.com www.theislandgolfclub.com

Swords Golf Club Balheary Avenue Swords Telephone: 01 8409819 info@swordsopengolfcourse.com www.swordsopengolfcourse.com The Curragh Golf Club The Curragh Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 441714 curraghgolf@eircom.net www.curraghgolf.com

Wexford Golf Club Mulgannon Co. Wexford Telephone: 053 9142238 info@wexfordgolfclub.ie www.wexfordgolfclub.ie The K Club Straffan Co. Kildare Telephone: 01 6017300 golfsteward@kclub.ie www.kclub.ie The Links Portmarnock Portmarnock Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 8460611 info@portmarnock.com www.portmarnock.com

The European Club Brittas Bay Co. Wicklow Telephone: 0404 47415 info@theeuropeanclub.com www.theeuropeanclub.com The Heath Golf Club The Heath Portlaoise, Co. Laois Telephone: 057 8646533 info@theheathgc.ie www.theheathgc.ie

The Heritage Golf Club Killenard Co. Laois Telephone: 057 8645500 info@theheritage.com www.theheritagegolf.com

Westmanstown Golf Club Clonsilla Dublin 15 Telephone: 01 8205817 info@westmanstowngolfclub.ie www.westmanstowngolfclub.ie

Wicklow Golf Club Dunbur Road Co. Wicklow Telephone: 0404 67379 info@wicklowgolfclub.ie www.wicklowgolfclub.ie Woodbrook Golf Club Dublin Road Bray Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2824799 golf@woodbrook.ie www.woodbrook.ie

The Royal Dublin Golf Club North Bull Island Dollymount Dublin 3 Telephone: 01 8336346 info@theroyaldublingolfclub.com www.theroyaldublingolfclub.com Tulfarris Golf Club Blessington Lakes Co. Wicklow Telephone: 045 867000 golf@tulfarris.com www.tulfarris.com

Woodenbridge Golf Club Vale of Avoca Woodenbridge Co. Wicklow Telephone: 0402 35202 reception@woodenbridge.ie www.woodenbridgegolfclub.com

Tullamore Golf Club Brookfield Tullamore, Co. Offaly Telephone: 057 9321439 tullamoregolfclub@eircom.net www.tullamoregolfclub.com

Woodlands Golf Club Coill Dubh Naas Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 860777 admin@woodlandsgolf.ie www.woodlandsgolf.org

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Connaught Introduction

Connaught The province of Connaught (Connacht) lies in the West of Ireland with its coastline on the Atlantic Ocean. The counties of Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim, Galway and Roscommon are within its boundary. Historically, Connaught has retained its rich Gaelic heritage and today still has communities where the Irish language is spoken. These regions are collectively called the Gaeltacht.

Connaught has some of the most beautiful and unspoilt countryside to be found in Ireland, including the spectacular mountainous landscape of Connemara. The primary business centre of Connaught, and most densely populated area, is the thriving city of Galway to the south of the province.

Galway is the capital of the West of Ireland. The streets and buildings of this ancient town have many interesting features, and its position on

the edge of the Gaeltacht makes it the gateway to magnificent areas such as Connemara, Corrib country, and the Aran Islands. The city itself is a continuing centre of growth with its University, Institute of Technology, Theatres, Cathedral, Castle, Hotels, Docks, Industries as well as other interesting attractions.

As for golf, the dramatic scenery and splendour of the Connaught region has created wonderful natural landscapes for golf course designers to hone their skills. Like all areas in the west of Ireland, the first obstacle to a good score is Mother Nature herself.

The golfer will find that he or she will not alone have to contend with the cunning and guile of architect allied to the terrain, but must adjust for what is benignly known in local parlance as the “westerly breeze” coming straight across three thousand miles of Atlantic Ocean.

“Some of the most beautiful & unspoilt countryside to be found in Ireland...”

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Achill Golf Club Keel, Achill Island Westport, Co. Mayo Telephone: 098 43456 conwaypat@eircom.net www.achillgolfclub.com

Ballinasloe Golf Club Rossgloss Portumna Road, Co. Galway Telephone: 090 9642126 ballinasloegolfclub@hotmail.com www.ballinasloegolfclub.ie Carne Golf Links Belmullet Co. Mayo Telephone: 097 82292 info@carnegolflinks.com www.carnegolflinks.com

Athenry Golf Club Palmerstown, Oranmore Co. Galway Telephone: 091 794466 athenrygc@eircom.net www.athenrygolfclub.net

Ballinrobe Golf Club Clooncastle Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo Telephone: 094 9541118 info@ballinrobegolfclub.com www.ballinrobegolfclub.com Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club Woodbrook Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim Telephone: 071 966 7015 ckgc3@eircom.net www.carrickgolfclub.ie

Athlone Golf Club Hodson Bay Athlone Co.Roscommon Telephone: 090 6492073 athlonegolfclub@eircom.net www.athlonegolfclub.ie

Ballyhaunis Golf Club Coolnaha Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo Telephone: 094 9630014 Email n/a www.ballyhaunisgolfclub.com Castle Dargan Golf Club Ballygawley Co. Sligo Telephone: 071 9118080 golf@castledargan.com www.castledargan.com

Ballaghaderreen Golf Club Aughalustia Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon Telephone: 094 986 0295 info@ballaghaderreengolfclub.com www.ballaghaderreengolfclub.com

Ballymote Golf Club Ballinascarrow Ballymote, Co. Sligo Telephone: 071 9189059 ballymotegolfclub@gmail.com www.ballymotegolfclub.ie Castlebar Golf Club Rocklands Castlebar, Co. Mayo Telephone: 094 9021649 info@castlebargolfclub.ie www.castlebargolfclub.ie

Ballina Golf Club Mossgrove, Shanaghy Ballina, County Mayo Telephone: 096 21050 (10-6) ballinagc@eircom.net www.ballina-golf.com

Bearna Golf Club Corboley, Bearna Co. Galway Telephone: 091 592677 info@bearnagolfclub.com www.bearnagolfclub.com

Castlerea Golf Club Clonalis Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Telephone: 094 9620068 castlereagolf1@eircom.net www.castlereagolfclub.com

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Claremorris Golf Club Castlemacgarrett Claremorris Co. Mayo Telephone: 094 9371527 info@claremorrisgolfclub.com www.claremorrisgolfclub.com

Portumna Golf Club Ennis Road, Portumna Co. Galway Telephone: 090 9741059 info@portumnagolfclub.ie www.portumnagolfclub.ie Enniscrone Golf Club Enniscrone Co. Sligo Telephone: 096 36297 enniscronegolf@eircom.net www.enniscronegolf.com

Co. Sligo Golf Club Rosses Point Co. Sligo Telephone: 071 9177134 teresa@countysligogolfclub.ie www.countysligogolfclub.ie

Roscommon Golf Club Mote Park Roscommon Town Co. Roscommon Telephone: 090 6626382 info@roscommongolfclub.ie www.roscommongolfclub.ie Swinford Golf Club Brabazon Park Swinford, Co. Mayo Telephone: 094 9251378 Email n/a www.swinfordgolf.com

Galway Bay Golf Club Renville, Oranmore Co. Galway Telephone: 091 790711 info@galwaybaygolfresort.com www.galwaybaygolfresort.com Connemara Golf Club Ballyconneely Co. Galway Telephone: 095 23502 info@connemaragolflinks.net www.connemaragolflinks.com

Connemara Isles Golf Club Annaghvane, Lettermore Connemara, Co. Galway Telephone: 091 572 498 connemaraislesgolfclub@hotmail.com www.connemaraislesgolfclub.com

Galway Golf Club Blackrock Salthill Co. Galway Telephone: 091 522033 info@galwaygolf.com www.galwaygolf.com

Strandhill Golf Club Strandhill Co. Sligo Telephone: 071 9168188 strandhillgc@eircom.net www.strandhillgc.com

Gort Golf Club Castlequarter Gort Co. Galway Telephone: 091 632244 info@gortgolf.com www.gortgolf.com

Tuam Golf Club Barnacurragh Tuam Co. Galway Telephone: 093 28993 tuamgolfclub@eircom.net www.tuamgolfclub.com

Loughrea Golf Club Graigue Loughrea Co. Galway Telephone: 091 841049 loughreagolfclub@eircom.net www.loughreagolfclub.com

Tubercurry Golf Club Ballymote Rd Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo Telephone: 071 91 85849 Email enquiries via website www.tubbercurrygolfclub.com

Oughterard Golf Club Gortreevagh Oughterard Co. Galway Telephone: 091 552131 oughterardgc@eircom.net www.oughterardgolfclub.com

Westport Golf Club Carrowholly Westport Co. Mayo Telephone: 098 28262 info@westportgolfclub.com www.westportgolfclub.com

Curra West Golf Club Curra, Kylebrack Loughrea, Co. Galway Telephone: 090 9745121 admin@currawest.com www.currawest.com

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Munster Introduction

Munster Munster is the southern most province of Ireland and is home to 6 of the 32 counties – Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Wareford and Tipperary. All the counties in Munster touch the Atlantic except for Tipperary – tha largest county in Ireland. Cork is the second largest county in Ireland and is also the second largest city. Other cities in the province include Limerick and Waterford. The major towns are Tralee, Killarney, Ennis, Clonmel and Thurles.

Cork has a population of over 160,000 people.

Like Venice the city is built upon the waters, and Cork centre is built on an island in the River Lee, just upstream of Cork Harbour. The two channels of the River Lee which embrace the city centre are spanned by many bridges, and this gives the city a distinctive continental air.

However it is often said of Cork City that it has all the amenities of a large city, but still manages to retain its pleasant atmosphere and extreme friendliness, which you will experience on your visit. Cork is a city of

remarkable charm, and the visitor cannot fail to be captivated by its hilly streets, bumpy bridges and peaceful backwaters.

Munster is a tremendously fertile area of Ireland with many major rivers including the Bandon, the Lee, the Blackwater, the Suir and the final stages of the Shannon and its spectacular Lough Derg which is a border point of Munster, Connacht and Leinster. Munster has a number of mountain ranges and includes the largest peak in Ireland - Carrauntoohil in Kerry’s majestic MacGillycuddy Reeks.

Sport is almost regarded as a religion in Munster. The Gaelic Athletic Association - GAA - was formed in Thurles, Co.Tipperary and all Munster counties are passionate about their hurling and gaelic football. Munster rugby unites all the six counties and their followers and supporters are known the world over.

There are golf courses to suit every golfer throughout Munster, from fine parkland courses

and resorts such as Killarney and Mahoneys’s Point in Kerry and Fota Island Golf and Country Club, Lee Valley and Monkstown in Cork. The province is also home to several spectacular and world reknowned links courses including Tralee, Waterville and Dooks in County Kerry, all situated on the wild Atlantic coast.

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Charleville Golf Club Charleville Co. Cork Telephone: 063 81257 info@charlevillegolf.com www.charlevillegolf.com Adare Manor Hotel & Golf Resort Adare, Co Limerick Telephone: 061 605274 golf@adaremanor.com www.adaremanor.com

Beaufort Golf Club Churchtown Beaufort, Co. Kerry Telephone: 064 6644440 info@beaufortgolfresort.com www.beaufortgolfresort.com

Clonmel Golf Club Lyreanearla Clonmel Co. Tipperary Telephone: 052 6124050 cgc@indigo.ie www.clonmelgolfclub.com

Adare Manor Golf Club (Old Course) Adare, Co Limerick Telephone: 061 396204 info@adaremanorgolfclub.com www.adaremanorgolfclub.com

Blarney Golf Club Tower Co. Cork Telephone: 021 451642 reservations@blarneygolfresort.com www.blarneygolfresort.com

Co. Tipperary Golf Club Dundrum Co. Tipperary Telephone: 062 71717 dundrumhouse@eircom.net www.dundrumhousehotel.com

Ballybunion Golf Club Sandhill Road Ballybunion, Co. Kerry Telephone: 068 27146 info@ballybuniongholfclub.ie www.ballybuniongolfclub.ie

Cahir Park Golf Club Kilcommon Cahir, Co. Tipperary Telephone: 052 41474 management@cahirparkgolfclub.com www.cahirparkgolfclub.com

Ballyheigue Castle Golf Club Tralee, Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 7133555 Email n/a www.ballyheiguecastlegolfclub.com

Carrick Golf Club Garravone, Carrick-on-Suir Co. Waterford Telephone: 051 640047 info@carrickgolfclub.com www.carrickgolfclub.com

Ballykisteen Hotel & Golf Resort Limerick Junction Co. Tipperary Telephone: 062 33333 info@ballykisteenhotel.com www.ballykisteengolfclub.com

Castlegregory Golf Club Stradbally Castlegregory, Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 7139444 info@castlegregorygolflinks.com www.castlegregorygolflinks.com

Cobh Golf Glub Marino Carrigloe. Cobh Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4812399 info@cobhgolfclub.ie www.cobhgolfclub.ie

Castleisland Golf Club Dooneen Castleisland, Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 7141709 francis@castleislandgolfclub www.castleislandgolfclub.com

Cork Golf Club Little Island Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4353451 info@corkgolfclub.ie www.corkgolfclub.ie

Bandon Golf Club Castlebernard Bandon, Co.Cork Telephone: 023 8841111 enquiries@bandongolfclub.com www.bandongolfclub.com

Castlerosse Hotel & Golf Resort Lower Lake Killarney, Co. Kerry Telephone: 064 66 31144 res@castlerosse.ie www.castlerosse.ie

Dingle Golf Links Ballyferriter Tralee Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 9156255 dinglegc@iol.ie www.dinglelinks.com

Bantry Bay Golf Club Bantry West Cork Co. Cork Telephone: 027 50579 info@bantrygolf.com www.bantrygolf.com

Castletroy Golf Club Golf Links Road Castletroy Co. Limerick Telephone: 061 335753 golf@castletroygolfclub.ie www.castletroygolfclub.ie

Doneraile Golf Club Doneraile Co. Cork Telephone: 022 24137 info@donerailegolfclub.com www.donerailegolfclub.com

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Dunloe Golf Course Gap of Dunloe Killarney, Co. Kerry 064 6644578 info@dunloegolfcourse.com www.dunloegolfcourse.com Dooks Golf Club Dooks Glenbeigh Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 9768205 office@dooks.com www.dooks.com

Fermoy Golf Club Corrin Fermoy Co. Cork Telephone: 025 32694 fermoygolfclub@eircom.net www.fermoygolfclub.ie

Dunmore Golf Club Dunmore Clonakilty, Co. Cork Telephone: 023 8834644 dunmoregolfclub@gmail.com www.dunmoregolfclub.ie Fota Island Golf Club Carrigtwohill Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4883700 reservations@fotaisland.ie www.fotaisland.ie

Doonbeg Links Doonbeg Co Clare Telephone: 065 9055601 info@doonbeggolfclub.com www.doonbeggolfclub.com

Dunmore East Golf Club Dunmore East Co.Waterford Telephone: 051 383151 info@dunmoreeastgolfclub.ie www.dunmoreeastgolfclub.ie

Douglas Golf Club Maryborough Douglas Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4895297 admin@douglasgolfclub.ie www.douglasgolfclub.ie

East Clare Golf Club Bodyke Co. Clare Telephone: 061 921322 info@eastclare.com www.eastclare.com

Dromoland Castle Golf Club Dromoland Castle Newmarket on Fergus Co. Clare Telephone: 061 368144 golf@dromoland,ie www.dromoland.ie

Gold Coast Golf Club Ballinacourty Dungarvan Telephone: 058 45555 info@goldcoastgolfclub.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com

East Cork Golf Club Gortacrue Midleton Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4631687 eastcorkgolfclub@eircom.net www.eastcorkgolfclub.ie

Glengarriff Golf Club Glengarriff Cork Telephone: 027 63150 Email enquiries via website www.glengarriffgolfclub.com

Ennis Golf Club Drumbiggle Road Ennis Co. Clare Telephone: 065 6824074 info@ennisgolfclub.com www.ennisgolfclub.com

Kanturk Golf Club Fairy Hill Kanturk, Co. Cork Telephone: 029 50534 info@kanturkgolf.com www.kanturkgolf.com

Faithlegg Golf Club Faithlegg House Faithlegg, Co. Waterford Telephone: 051 382241 golf@fhh.ie www.faithlegg.com

Kenmare Golf Club Kenmare Co. Kerry Telephone: 064 6641291 info@kenmaregolfclub.com www.kenmaregolfclub.com

Dundrum House Hotel, Golf Dundrum Cashel Co. Tipperary Telephone: 062 71717 golfshop@dundrumhouse.ie www.dundrumhousehotel.com Dungarvan Golf Club Knocknagranagh Dungarvan Co. Waterford Telephone: 058 41605 dungarvangc@eircom.net www.dungarvangolfclub.com

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Killarney Golf Club Mahony’s Point Killarney Co. Kerry Telephone: 064 6631034 reservations@killarney-golf.com www.killarney-golf.com

Limerick County Golf Club Ballyneety Co. Limerick Telephone: 061 351881 info@limerickcounty.com www.limerickcounty.com

Mitchelstown Golf Club Gurrane Mitchelstown Co. Cork Telephone: 025 24072 info@mitchelstown-golf.com www.mitchelstown-golf.com

Killorglin Golf Club Steelroe Killorglin Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 9761979 kilgolf@iol.ie www.killorglingolf.ie

Limerick Golf Club Ballyclough Limerick Co. Limerick Telephone: 061 415146 information@limerickgolfclub.ie www.limerickgolfclub.ie

Kilrush Golf Club Parknamoney Kilrush Co. Clare Telephone: 065 9051138 info@kilrushgolfclub.com www.kilrushgolfclub.com

Lismore Golf Club Ballyin Lismore, Co. Waterford Telephone: 058 54026 lismoregolfclub@eircom.net www.lismoregolf.org

Monkstown Golf Club Monkstown Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4841376 office@monstowngolfclub.com www.monkstowngolfclub.com

Kinsale Golf Club Farrangalway Kinsale Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4773258 office@kinsalegolf.com www.kinsalegolf.com

Lisselan Golf Club Lisselan Estate County Cork Telephone: 023 33249 info@lisselan.com www.lisselan.com

Muskerry Golf Club Carraigrohane Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4385297 muskgc@eircom.net www.muskerrygolfclub.ie

Macroom Golf Club Macroom Co. Cork Telephone: 026 41072 mcroomgc@iol.ie www.macroomgolfclub.com

Nenagh Golf Club Beechwood Nenagh Co. Tipperary Telephone: 067 31476 nenaghgolfclub@eircom.net www.nenaghgolfclub.com

Lahinch Golf Club Lahinch Co. Clare Telephone: 065 7081003 info@lahinchgolf.com www.lahinchgolf.com

Mahon Golf Club Cloverhill Blackrock Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4292543 info@mahongolfcourse.ie www.mahongolfclub.com

Newcastle West Golf Club Rathgonan Ardagh Co. Limerick Telephone: 069 76500 info@newcastlewestgolf.com www.newcastlewestgolf.com

Lee Valley Golf Club Ovens Co. Cork Telephone: 021 7331721 leevalleygc@eircom.net www.leevalleygcc.ie

Mallow Golf Club Ballyellis Mallow Co. Cork Telephone: 022 21145 mallowgolfclubmanager@eircom.net www.mallowgolfclub.net

Old Head Golf Links Kinsale Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4778 444 info@oldhead.com www.oldhead.com

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Parknasilla Golf Club Sneem Co. Kerry Telephone: 064 6645195 info@parknasillahotel.ie www.parknasillahotel.ie/golf

Slievenamon Golf Club Clonacody. Lisronagh Clonmel Co. Tipperary Telephone: 052 6132213 info@slievenamongolfclub.com www.slievenamongolfclub.com

Water Rock Golf Course Midleton, Co. Cork Telephone: 21 4613499 waterrock@eircom.net www.waterrockgolfcourse.com

Raffeen Creek Golf Club Ringaskiddy Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4378430 raffeengca@eircom.net www.raffeencreekgolfclub.com

Spanish Point Golf Club Spanish Point Milltown Malbay Co. Clare Telephone: 065 7084198 info@spanishpointgolfclub.com Website n/a

Waterford Castle Golf Club The Island Ballinakill Co. Waterford Telephone: 051 871633 info@waterfordcastle.com www.waterfordcastle.com

Rathbane Golf Club Rathbane Crossagalla, Limerick Telephone: 061 313655 info@rathbanegolfclub.com www.rathbanegolfclub.com

Waterford Golf Club Newrath Co. Waterford Telephone: 051 876748 info@waterfordgolfclub.com www.waterfordgolfclub.com Thurles Golf Club Turtulla Thurles Co. Tipperary Telephone: 0504 21983 thurlesgolf@eircom.net www.thurlesgolfclub.com

Ring of Kerry Golf Club Templenoe Killarney Co. Kerry Telephone: 064 6642000 marketing@ringofkerrygolf.com www.ringofkerrygolf.com

Tipperary Golf Club Rathanny Co. Tipperary Telephone: 062 51119 tipperarygolfclub@eircom.net www.tipperarygolfclub.com

Waterville Golf Club Waterville Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 9474102 info@waterfordgolfclub.com www.watervillegolflinks.ie

Tralee Golf Club Ardfert Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 7136379 info@traleegolfclub.com www.traleegolfclub.com

West Waterford G&CC Dungarvan Co. Waterford Telephone: 058 43216 info@westwaterfordgolf.com www.westwaterfordgolf.com

Roscrea Golf Club Derryvale Roscrea Co. Tipperary Telephone: 0505 21130 info@roscreagolfclub.ie www.roscreagolfclub.ie Shannon Golf Club Shannon Co. Clare Telephone: 061 471849 info@shannongolfclub.ie www.shannongolfclub.ie Skellig Bay Golf Club Waterville Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 9474133 info@skelligbay.com www.skelligbay.com Skibbereen Golf Club Licknavar Skibbereen Co. Cork Telephone: 028 21227 info@skibbgolf.com www.skibbgolf.com

Woodstock Golf Club Shanaway Road Medas Co. Clare Telephone: 065 6829463 proshopwoodstock@eircom.net www.woodstockgolfclub.com Tramore Golf Club Newtown Tramore Co. Waterford Telephone: 051 386170 info@tramoregolfclub.com www.tramoregolfclub.com

Youghal Golf Club Knockaverry Youghal Co. Cork Telephone: 024 92787 youghalcolfclub@eircom.net www.youghalgolfclub.ie

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Ulster Introduction

Photo Courtesy of the Northern Ireland Tourist Board - www.discovernorthernireland.com

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Ulster From the natural wonders of the Giants Causeway and the Marble Arch caves, to the country houses and gardens of Castleward, Mount Stewart and Florencecourt, the glorious sandy beaches on the Antrim coast and the tranquil shores of Lough Erne and Strangford Lough, right across to the spectacular and rugged coastline of Donegal there is much to see and do in this varied and beautiful province of Ulster.

There are the bustling and colourful cities of Belfast and Londonderry, with their many stylish bars, restaurants, hotels and many historical attractions. However, if you’re looking for breathtaking scenery, the Antrim Coast really is as impressive as its reputation suggests.

It is one of the most beautiful shorelines in Ireland, winding past towering cliffs, sandy beaches, picturesque harbours and family resorts. Inland lies Lough Neagh, the largest lake in Great Britain and Ireland and the Fermanagh lakelands, sprinkled with tiny islands, wooded parks and monastic ruins.

On the west coast lies Donegal, with its breathtaking misty mountains, serene lakes and dramatic coastlines. Donegal boasts a vast rugged coastline softened regularly by a succession of beautiful beaches with golden sand and clear fresh waters. Inland, Donegal is wild and unspoilt with winding roads leading to never-ending spectacular vistas.

Major attractions include Glenveagh National Park and Castle, Tory Island, Glebe House and Gallery, Colmcille Heritage Centre, Fort Dunree Military Museum and Abbey Mill Wheels.

Letterkenny, County Donegal’s largest town, has a vibrant atmosphere. It’s a great place to shop for everything from high street fashions to quality handcrafted goods and designer clothes - alternatively, you can relax and enjoy a coffee in one of Letterkenny’s many continental-style cafes. Seaside resorts like Bundoran provide a change of mood - if you’re looking for lively nights filled with music, song and dance, then Bundoran is the place to go.

The golf courses in Ulster contain an impressive mix of quality Parkland, Heathland and Links courses, and in Royal Portrush and Royal County Down, two world renowned golf courses along with Ballyliffin and Rosapenna in Donegal, all of which offer a spectacular links challenge to keep golfers from both sides of the Atlantic returning to these shores again and again.

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Antrim Golf Club 45 Castle Road Antrim, Co. Antrim BT41 4NA Telephone: 028 94429001 antrim.golfclub@ntlworld.com www.antrimgolfclub.com

Ballyclare 25 Springvale Road, Ballyclare Co. Antrim BT39 9JW Telephone: 028 9332 2696 info@ballyclaregolfclub.net www.ballyclaregolfclub.net Ballyearl 585 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey, Antrim, BT41 1LL Telephone: 028 90848287 Email n/a Website n/a

Bangor Broadway Bangor, Co. Down BT20 4RH Telephone: 028 9127 0922 office@bangorgolfclubni.co.uk www.bangorgolfclubni.co.uk

Ardminnan 15a Ardminnan Road Portaferry, Co. Down BT22 1QJ Telephone: 028 42771321 markgowan@tiscali.com www.ardminnan.com

Ballyliffin Golf Club Ballyliffin Inishowen, Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9376119 info@ballyliffingolfclub.com www.ballyliffingolfclub.com

Belvoir Park 73 Church Road Newtownbreda, Belfast BT8 7AM Telephone: 028 9064 6714 info@belvoirparkgolfclub.com www.belvoirparkgolfclub.com

Ashfield Freeduff, Cullyhanna Newry, Co. Armagh BT35 0JJ Telephone: 02830 868180 secretary@ashfieldgolfcourse.com www.ashfieldgolfcourse.co.uk

Ballymena 128 Raceview Road, Ballymena Co. Antrim BT42 4HY Telephone: 028 2586 1487 Email enquiries via website www.ballymenagolfclub.com

Aughnacloy 99A Tullyvar Road Aughnacloy, Co. Tyrone BT69 6BL 028 8555 7050 Email n/a Website n/a

Ballyreagh Glen Road Portrush, Antrim, BT56 8LX Telephone: 028 7082 2028 Email n/a Website n/a

Blacklion Golf Club Toam, Blacklion, via Sligo, Co.Cavan Telephone: 071 98 53024 info@blackliongolf.com www.blackliongolf.com

Balmoral 518 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 6QX Telephone: 028 9038 1514 enquiries@balmoralgolf.com www.balmoralgolf.com

Blackwood 150 Crawfordsburn Road Clandeboye, Bangor, Co. Down BT19 1GB Telephone: 028 91 852706 info@blackwoodgolfcentre.com www.blackwoodgolfcentre.com

Banbridge 116 Huntly Road Banbridge, Co. Down BT32 3UR Telephone: 02840 662 211 info@banbridgegolfclub.com www.banbridgegolfclub.net

Bright Castle 14 Coniamstown Road, Bright Downpatrick, Co. Down BT30 8LU 028 4484 1319 Email n/a Website n/a

Ardglass Castle Place Ardglass, Co. Down BT30 7TP Telephone: 028 44 841219 info@ardglassgolfclub.com www.ardglassgolfclub.com

Ballybofey & Stranorlar Golf Club The Glebe Stranorlar, Co Donegal Telephone: 074 91 31093 info@ballybofeyandstranorlargolfclub.com www.ballybofeyandstranorlargolfclub.com

Ballycastle 2 Cushendall Road Ballycastle, Co. Antrim BT54 6QP Telephone: 028 207 62536 info@ballycastlegolfclub.com www.ballycastlegolfclub.com

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Buncrana Golf Club Railway Road, Ballymacarry Buncrana, Co. Donegal Telephone: 07493 62279 info@buncranagolfclub.com www.buncranagolfclub.com

Castle Hume Belleek Road Enniskillen, BT93 7ED Telephone: 028 6632 7077 info@castlehumegolf.com www.castlehumegolf.com

Co. Cavan Golf Club Arnmore House Drumelis Co. Cavan Telephone: 049 4331541 cavangc@iol.ie www.cavangolf.ie

Castlereagh Hills Manns Corner, Upper Braniel Road Gilnahirk, Belfast BT5 7TX Telephone: 028 90448477 Email enquiries via website www.castlereaghhills.com

Crossgar 231 Derryboy Road, Crossgar Downpatrick, Co. Down BT30 9DL Telephone: 028 44831523 Email n/a www.info-net.co.uk

Bundoran Golf Club Bundoran Co. Donegal Telephone: 071 9841302 info@bundorangolfclub.com www.bundorangolfclub.com

Clandeboye 51 Tower Road, Conlig Newtownards, Co. Down BT23 3PN Telephone: 028 9127 1767 info@cgc-ni.com www.cgc-ni.com

Cruit Island Golf Club Cruit Island Kincasslagh, Donegal Telephone: 074 9543296 Email enquiries via website www.cruitislandgolfclub.com

Burnfield House 10 Cullyburn Rd Newtonabbey, Co. Antrim BT36 5BN Telephone: 028 9083 8448 Email n/a Website n/a

Cliftonville 44 Westland Road Belfast BT14 6NH Telephone: 02890744158 Email enquiries via website www.cliftonvillegolfclub.com

Cushendall 21 Shore Road Cushendall, Co. Antrim BT44 0NG Telephone: 028 2177 1318 info@cushendallgolfclub.com www.cushendallgolfclub.com

Bushfoot 50 Bushfoot Road Portballintrae, Co. Antrim BT57 8RR Telephone: 028 2073 1317 admin@bushfootgolfclub.co.uk www.bushfootgolfclub.co.uk

Clones Golf Club Hilton Park Clones Co. Monaghan Telephone: 047 56017 clonesgolfclub@eircom.net www.clonesgolfclub.com

Cairndhu 192 Coast Road, Ballygally Larne, Co. Antrim, BT40 2QG Telephone: 028 2858 3324 cairndhugc@btconnect.com www.cairndhugolfclub.co.uk

Cloverhill Lough Road Mullaghbawn, Co. Armagh BT35 9XP Telephone: 028 30889 374 info@cloverhillgolfclub.co.uk www.cloverhillgolfclub.co.uk

Donaghadee 84 Warren Road, Donaghadee, Co. Down BT21 0PQ Telephone: 028 91883624 office@donaghadeegolfclub.com www.donaghadeegolfclub.com

Carnalea Station Road Bangor, Co. Down BT19 1EZ Telephone: 028 9146 5004 Email n/a www.carnaleagolfclub.com

Concra Wood Golf & CC Castleblayney Co. Monaghan Telephone: 042 9749485 Email enquiries via website www.concrawood.ie

Donegal Golf Club Murvagh, Laghey Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9734054 info@donegalgolfclub.ie www.donegalgolfclub.ie

Carrickfergus 35 North Road Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim BT38 9LL Telephone: 028 93351803 carrickfergusgc@btconnect.com www.carrickfergusgolfclub.co.uk

County Armagh The Demesne, Newry Road Armagh, Co. Armagh BT60 1EN Telephone: 028 3752 5861 Email enquiries via website www.golfarmagh.co.uk

Downpatrick 43 Saul Road Downpatrick, Co. Down, BT30 6PA Telephone: 028 4461 5947 Email enquiries via website www.downpatrickgolfclub.org.uk

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Dunfanaghy Golf Club Dunfanaghy Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9136335 dunfanaghygolf@eircom.net www.dunfanaghygolfclub.com

Holywood Nuns Walk, Demesne Road Holywood, Co. Down BT18 9LE Telephone: 028 9042 5503 mail@holywoodgolfclub.co.uk www.holywoodgolfclub.co.uk

Dungannon 34 Springfield Lane Dungannon, Co. Tyrone BT70 8QX Telephone: 028 8772 7485 dungannon.golfclub@btopenworld.com www.dungannongolfclub.com

Galgorm Castle Galgorm Road Ballymena, Co. Antrim BT42 1HL Telephone: 028 256 46161 golf@galgormcastle.com www.galgormcastle.com

Kilkeel Mourne Park, Ballyardle Kilkeel, Co. Down BT34 4LB Telephone: 028 417 65095 info@kilkeelgolfclub.org www.kilkeelgolfclub.org

Dunmurry 91 Dunmurry Lane Dunmurry, Belfast BT17 9JS Telephone: 028 9062 1314 info@dunmurrygolfclub.com www.dunmurrygolfclub.com

Garron Tower St Macnissi’s College Carnlough, Co Antrim, BT44 0JS Telephone: 028 2888 5202 Email n/a Website n/a

Killymoon 200 Killymoon Road Cookstown, Co. Tyrone BT80 8TW Telephone: 028 86763460 Email n/a www.killymoongolfclub.com

Gracehill 141 Ballinlea Road Ballymoney, Co. Antrim BT53 8PX Telephone: 028 2075 1209 info@gracehillgolfclub.co.uk www.gracehillgolfclub.co.uk

Kirkistown Castle 142 Main Road Cloughey, Co. Down BT22 1JA Telephone: 028 4277 1004 kirkistown@supanet.com www.linksgolfkirkistown.com

Edenmore 70 Drumnabreeze Road, Magheralin Craigavon, Co. Armagh BT67 0RH Telephone: 028 9261 9241 info@edenmore.com www.edenmore.com

Greenacres 153 Ballyrobert Road Ballyclare, Co. Antrim BT39 9RT Telephone: 028 9335 4111 info@greenacresgolfcentre.co.uk www.greenacresgolfcentre.co.uk

Knock Summerfield, Upper Newtownards Road Dundonald, Belfast BT16 0DX Telephone: 028 90483825 knockgolfclub@btconnect.com www.knockgolfclub.co.uk

Enniskillen Castlecoole Enniskillen, BT74 6HZ Telephone: 028 6632 5250 enniskillengolfclub@mail.com www.enniskillengolfclub.com

Greencastle Golf Club Greencastle Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9381013 info@greencastlegolfclub.net www.greencastlegolfclub.com

Lambeg Bells Lane, Lambeg Lisburn, Co. Antrim BT27 4QH 028 9266 2738 Email n/a Website n/a

Greenisland 156 Upper Road, Greenisland Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim BT38 8RW Telephone: 028 9086 2236 greenislandgolf@btconnect.com www.greenislandgolfclub.co.uk

Larne 54 Ferris Bay Road Islandmagee, Co. Antrim BT40 3RT Telephone: 028 93382228 info@larnegolfclub.co.uk www.larnegolfclub.co.uk

Fintona Finton Co. Tyrone BT78 2BJ Telephone: 028 82841480 fintonagolfclub@btconnect.com www.fintonagolfclub.com

Helen’s Bay Golf Road, Helen’s Bay Bangor, Co. Down BT19 1TL Telephone: 028 9185 2815 mail@helensbaygc.com www.helensbaygc.com

Letterkenny Golf Club Barnhill Letterkenny Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9121150 info@letterkennygolfclub.com www.letterkennygolfclub.com

Fortwilliam 8a Downview Avenue Belfast BT15 4EZ Telephone: 028 9077 0980 administrator@fortwilliam.co.uk www.fortwilliam.co.uk

Hilton Templepatrick Castle Upton Estate Templepatrick, Co. Antrim BT39 0DD Telephone: 028 9443 5542 Email enquiries via website www.hilton.co.uk/templepatrick

Lisburn 68 Eglantine Road Lisburn, Co. Antrim BT27 5RQ Telephone: 028 92677216 info@lisburngolfclub.com www.lisburngolfclub.com

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Loughgall 11 Main street Loughgall,Co. Armagh BT61 8HZ Telephone: 028 3889 2900 Email n/a www.loughgallgolfclub.co.uk

Massereene 51 Lough Road Antrim, Co. Antrim BT41 4DQ Telephone: 028 94464074 info@massereene.com www.massereene.com

Ormeau 50 Park Road Belfast BT7 2FX Telephone: 028 90640700 ormeau.golfclub@btconnect.com www.ormeaugolfclub.co.uk

Mount Ober 24 Ballymaconaghy Road Belfast BT8 4SB Telephone: 028 9079 5666 Email n/a www.mountober.com Lough Erne Golf Resort Belleek Road Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT93 7ED Telephone: 028 66323230 info@loughernegolfresort.com www.loughernegolfresort.com

Mourne Golf Links Road Newcastle, Co. Down, BT33 OAN Telephone: 028 4372 3218 info@mournegolfclub.co.uk www.mournegolfclub.co.uk

Portadown 192 Gilford Road Portadown, Co. Armagh BT63 5LF Telephone: 028 3835 5356 info@portadowngolfclub.co.uk www.portadowngolfclub.co.uk

Mahee Island 14 Mahee Island, Comber Newtownards, Co. Down BT23 6EP Telephone: 028 97541234 info@maheegolf.com www.maheegolf.com

Narin & Portnoo Golf Club Portnoo Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 95 45107 Email enquiries via website www.narinportnoogolfclub.ie

Portsalon Golf Club Portsalon Fanad, Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9159459 info@portsalongolfclub.com www.portsalongolfclub.com

Mallusk Antrim Road, Glengormley Newtonabbey, Co. Antrim BT36 4RF Telephone: 028 9084 3799 Email n/a Website n/a

Newtownstewart 38 Golf Course Road Newtownstewart, Co. Tyrone BT78 4HU Telephone: 028 8166 1466 newtown.stewart@lineone.net www.newtownstewartgolfclub.com

Malone 240 Upper Malone Road Dunmurry, Belfast BT17 9LB Telephone: 028 9043 1394 admin@malonegolfclub.co.uk www.malonegolfclub.co.uk

North West Golf Club Lisfannon Buncrana Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9361715 secretary@northwestgolfclub.com www.northwestgolfclub.com

Mannan Castle Golf Club Donaghmoyne Carrickmacross Co. Monaghan Telephone: 042 9663308 info@mannancastlegolfclub.ie www.mannancastlegolfclub.ie

Nuremore Golf Club Carrickmacross Co. Monaghan Telephone: 042 9661 438 info@nuremore.com www.nuremore.com

Manor House Marine Lough Erne Killadeas BT94 1NY Telephone: 028 686 28100 info@manormarine.com www.manormarine.com

Omagh 83a Dublin Road Omagh, Co. Tyrone BT78 1HQ Telephone: 028 8224 3160 Email n/a Website n/a

Lurgan The Demesne, Lurgan Craigavon, Co. Armagh BT67 9BN Telephone: 028 38322087 lurgangolfclub@btconnect.com lurgangolfclub.com

Portstewart Golf Club 117 Strand Road, Portstewart, Co.Londonderry, BT55 7PG Telephone: 028 7083 2015 bill@portstewartgc.co.uk www.portstewartgc.co.uk

Radisson Blu Farnham Estate Farnham Estate Cavan Co. Cavan Telephone: 049 4377700 info.farnham@radissonblu.com www.farnhamestate.ie

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Spa 20 Grove Road Ballynahinch, Co. Down BT24 8PN Telephone: 028 97562365 info@spagolfclub.net www.spagolfclub.net Radisson Roe Park Hotel and Golf Resort Limavady Co. Londonderry BT49 9LB Telephone: 028 777 22222 Reservations.Limavady@RadissonSAS.com www.radissonroepark.com

Rockmount 28 Drumalig Road Carryduff, Co. Down BT8 8EQ Telephone: 028 9081 2279 info@rockmountgolfclub.com www.rockmountgolfclub.com

St Patrick’s Golf Links Carrigart Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9155114 info@stpatricksgolflinks.com www.stpatricksgolflinks.com Strabane 33 Ballycolman Road Strabane, Co. Tyrone BT82 9PH Telephone: 028 71 382271 info@strabanegolfclub.co.uk www.strabanegolfclub.co.uk

Rosapenna Golf Club Downings Letterkenny Co. Donegal Telephone: 074 9155000 golf@rosapenna.ie www.rosapenna.ie

Royal Belfast Station Road, Craigavad Holywood, Co. Down BT18 0BP Telephone: 028 9042 8586 admin@royalbelfast.com www.royalbelfast.com

Tandragee Markethill Road Tandragee, Co. Armagh BT62 2ER Telephone: 028 3884 1272 office@tandragee.co.uk www.tandragee.co.uk

Rossmore Golf Club Cootehill Road Co. Monaghan Telephone: 047 71222 info@rossmoregc.com www.rossmoregc.com

Scrabo 233 Scrabo Road Newtownards, Co. Down BT23 4SL Telephone: 028 9181 2355 admin.scrabogc@btconnect.com www.scrabo-golf-club.org

Temple 60 Church Road Lisburn, Co. Down BT27 6UP Telephone: 028 9263 9213 info@templegolf.com www.templegolf.com

Shandon Park 73 Shandon Park Belfast BT5 6NY Telephone: 028 9080 5030 shandonpark@btconnect.com www.shandonpark.net Royal Portrush Dunluce Road Portrush, Co. Antrim BT56 8JQ Telephone: 028 7082 2311 info@royalportrushgolfclub.com www.royalportrushgolfclub.com

Silverwood Golf Centre Tormoyra Lane, Silverwood Lurgan, Co. Armagh BT66 6NG Telephone: 028 38325380 silverwoodgolfclub@myrainbowmail.com www.silverwoodgolfclub.com

Rathmore Bushmills Road Portrush, BT56 8JG Telephone: 028 7082 2996 info@rathmoregolfclub.co.uk www.rathmoregolfclub.co.uk Ringdufferin 36 Ringdufferin Road, Killyleagh Downpatrick, Co Down, BT30 9PH Telephone: 028 44 828812 Email n/a Website n/a

The Royal County Down 36 Golf Links Road Newcastle, Co. Down BT33 0AN Telephone: 028 4372 2419 golf@royalcountydown.org www.royalcountydown.org Warrenpoint Lower Dromore Road Warrenpoint, Co. Down BT34 4LN Telephone: 028 4175 3695 office@warrenpointgolf.com www.warrenpointgolf.com

Slieve Russell Golf Club Cranaghan Ballyconnell Co. Cavan Telephone: 049 9525090 enquiries@slieverussell.ie www.slieverussell.ie

Whitehead McCrea’s Brae, Whitehead Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim BT38 9NZ Telephone: 028 9337 0820 info@whiteheadgolfclub.com www.whiteheadgolfclub.com

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Travel Spain > Costa del Sol

Costa del Sol Spain

The Costa del Sol lies in the province of Andalucia in the south of Spain. This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

This ‘Sun Coast’ runs for 150 km from Malaga to Estepona, with skies predominantly blue all year round and brilliant sunshine. Costa del Sol offers a series of large beaches, coves hidden amongst cliffs, famous leisure marinas such as ‘Puerto Banus’ and tranquil fishing ports.

In the provincial capital, Malaga, stands the military fortress of the Alcazaba, built by the Moors in the 11th century. At the far end of the Costa del Sol is the geographical & political oddity Gibraltar, with visits to see the Barbary Apes and abundant military history. This great diversity means that it has something to offer just about everyone, with enough entertainment and variety to please all types of visitor.

The Mediterranean sea is warm and safe and the hills and high mountains shelter the coastline, these elements allow for an all year micro climate making it the perfect location for golf. Known to many as the ‘Costa del Golf’ due to the outstanding choice of luxury golf courses set along this coastline, with over 50 to choose from you will have to keep returning to experience them all.

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Reference: 183

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Located in a quiet area with beautiful stunning views this 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment comfortably caters for 4 adults. Fully equipped with Hot & Cold air conditioning throughout, modern furnishings and a terrace which receives the sun throughout most of the day this apartment provides the perfect base for a relaxing break. This apartment also has underground parking.

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