The Irish Golf Guide

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Your guide to golf in Ulster, Connaught, Leinster & Munster, including directions

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Welcome Issue 1. February - March 2011

006 Featured Course 010 News & Features 028 Ulster 038 Connaught 046 Leinster 074 Munster 090 Travel

A Warm Welcome to the first Irish Golf Guide Welcome to the first 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 Irish Golf Guide Publications Ltd and Golf Guide Publications Ltd who publish magazines in the UK and the Costa del Sol. This formula has worked for many years in Spain and is proving a similar success in the North West of England.

This bi-monthly magazine will contain in depth reviews of Golf Clubs, Local and International News items, and special promotions. A select number of courses each issue will 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 split into 4 areas, Leinster, Munster, Connaught and Ulster. These areas are colour coded, containing a map highlighting where each course can be found. Whilst in our first issue we will feature a number of the courses in each region, this will increase issue by issue. A full golf course listing will be featured in the magazine containing the address, phone number, email and website of every golf course in Ireland.

The Golf Guide is aimed at golfers of all levels from professionals, club players, beginners and societies. We hope that you will find this free publication an enjoyable read, and a must for choosing your golfing calendar of events in Ireland for 2011 and beyond.

The next issue will be available from all golf clubs, and select golf shops, driving ranges and hotels from the start of April.

Happy golfing from all at the Irish Golf Guide!

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Druids Glen Golf Resort Two Championship Courses, One Unique Location The beautiful Druids Glen Golf Resort is situated just twenty miles south of Dublin on the East Coast of Ireland, in County Wicklow, “the Garden of Ireland�.

Wicklow is a natural scenic wonderland. It is famous for its domed granite mountains and purple glens, for soft rolling hills and cool silvery streams.

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“Druids Heath affords the player the opportunity to stride-out in a place which is invigorating to both body and soul...”

Course Architect, Pat Ruddy

Druids Glen was originally the Woodstock Estate, which dates back to 1600, when it formed part of Sir Thomas Wentworth’s landholding in Wicklow and South East Ireland. Woodstock House, the clubhouse at Druids Glen, was built in 1770. Today, it is one of the world’s finest clubhouses, with each room dedicated to famous people throughout Irish History. There is even a Museum which allows visitors to learn about the history of this remarkable Country.

Lord Tottenham, the Bishop of Ferns and Clogher, purchased Woodstock House in 1826.

Tales of the Tottenham Family era, which lasted over a century at Woodstock, are legendary.

In early 1990, a consortium of Irish Businessmen purchased the property and brought the magic of this estate back to life with the creation of Druids Glen Golf Club. Known as “the Augusta of Europe”, the parkland Druids Glen golf course, designed by Pat Ruddy and Tom Craddock, opened in 1995 and was the Home of the Irish Open in 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999, with Colin Mongomerie winning twice, before losing a playoff to David Carter in 1998. In 1999, Sergio Garcia won his first professional tournament worldwide with a sensational Irish Open victory at Druids Glen.

In 2000/’01 Druids Glen was honored to receive the “European Golf Course of the Year” Award

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“The variety of exciting challenges and the spectacular setting produce an unforgettable golfing experience.”

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from the International Association of Golf Tour Operators. In 2002, it hosted the Seve Trophy, a biennial event between the leading Tour Players of Britain & Ireland and Continental Europe.

The opening of the Druids Glen Resort Hotel in 2002, enables visitors from all over the world to play and stay in a golfer’s paradise. The Hotel features 145 guestrooms complete with Leisure & Spa facilities.

The creation of the sensational Druids Heath championship course, which opened for play in September 2003, has achieved the objective of Druids Glen becoming one of the World’s Finest Golf Resorts. Described as “Nature’s Gift to Golf”, Druids Heath is situated on a unique piece of land, which provides golfers with spectacular views of Mountains, Sea and Irish Countryside. The design is a complete contrast to the Druids Glen course.

In the words of Course Architect, 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”.

Druids Heath is maintained to Tour Standards and features rolling fairways, natural rock quarries, lakes, trees, streams, gorse, gently undulating greens, traditional pot-bunkers and a testing sea breeze.

The variety of exciting challenges and the spectacular setting produce an unforgettable golfing experience on this unique and thrilling golf course. The island green on

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the downhill Par 5 second hole and the Par 3 third hole are reminiscent of the 15th and 16th at Augusta. The traditional links feel of the uphill 5th hole, which calls for your very best and the 11th, where the Sugarloaf Mountains provide a scenic backdrop.

There is one of the great Par fours in World Golf at No. 12, where nature and golf provide a memory of a lifetime. The devilish 13th hole, where accuracy is paramount and the stunning “Quarry Hole” 14th, a par 3 carved from natural rock, where the green is surrounded by Rock, Gorse, Wooden Sleepers and Traditional Pot-Bunkers. The par 5 fifteenth hole, where the green is perched perilously above another quarry, and the home hole, where bunkers dominate the fairway and surround the elevated green.

Druids Heath is a challenging golf course, ready to provide the ultimate examination

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to the World’s most accomplished players.

The choice of teeing areas enables golfers of all standards to enjoy this magnificent creation. In the words of Pat Ruddy: “Dull would he be of soul who would allow a few stray golf shots spoil a day in such a blessed spot!”

Druids Glen Resort Newtownmountkennedy, Co.Wicklow, Ireland Hotel & Golf Reservations Team reservations@druidsglenresort.com Telephone: 01 2870847 Druids Glen & Druids Heath Golf Courses barry.dowling@druidsglenresort.com Telephone: 01 2812504 www.druidsglenresort.com

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Pick your team For the European Tour Fantasy Race The new European Tour Fantasy Race has just got underway, but it’s not too late to pick your team for a chance to win a golfing holiday to Dubai.

With its new format and fantastic prizes, the European Tour Fantasy Race promises plenty of excitement every week as your team of 15 look to accumulate as many points as possible.

There are weekly, monthly and ultimately end of season prizes to be won, including European Tour merchandise, clubs and balls from Titleist and for the overall winner, the ultimate prize of a golfing holiday to Dubai including two business class flights from any Emirates destination and a five night stay at the Atlantis, the Palm, the official hotel of the Dubai World Championship, and golf at Jumeirah Golf Estate.

The aim is still to accumulate as much prize money as possible throughout the season for your team of 15 players but with a few new rules. Entrants to the 2011 European Tour Fantasy Race will need to select a team of 15 players but in 2011 you will be only be permitted to make up to five changes to your team between events.

And a big difference is that any money won by “Sold” players while they were in your chosen 15 will still count to your team’s total earnings.

Lastly, Team changes can only be made on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. This will put emphasis on selecting form players for each week, trying to choose players who are likely to favour particular courses or events, without fear of their earnings dropping out of your team’s tally if you substitute them later in the season.

For more information visit: www.europeantour.com

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World Number One Holders of the Top Spot Although the top spot has changed hands 44 times since Bernhard Langer first took the position on April 6, 1986, since the creation of the Official World Golf Ranking (known as the Sony Ranking until 1997) only 13 players in all have held the coveted position of being officially the world’s number one golfer.

Tiger Woods (pictured below) holds the record for the most consecutive weeks at number one (281, from June 12, 2005 to October 24, 2010), as well as the most total weeks in the position at 623. The thirteen holders, and the total number of weeks at number one, are as follows, as at January 9, 2011:

MOST TIMES AS NO. 1 As the top spot has alternated between players over the years, Greg Norman has reached number one 11 separate times, Tiger Woods 10 times, Seve Ballesteros (pictured right) 5 and Nick Faldo 4, with Ernie Els and Vijay Singh 3 times each.

Bernhard Langer Severiano Ballesteros Greg Norman Nick Faldo Ian Woosnam Fred Couples Nick Price Tom Lehman Ernie Els David Duval Vijay Singh Tiger Woods Lee Westwood

SHORTEST TENURE Although several number ones - including Tiger Woods - have held the position for just one week before being displaced, only Tom Lehman among the twelve has been world number one for a single week in his career, in 1997.

3 weeks 61 weeks 331 weeks 97 weeks 50 weeks 16 weeks 44 weeks 1 week 9 weeks 15 weeks 32 weeks 623 weeks 11 weeks

YOUNGEST Tiger Woods was 21 years, 5 months and 2 weeks old when he first became world number one on June 15, 1997.

OLDEST Vijay Singh was 41 years, 6 months and 2 weeks old when he first became world number one on September 5, 2004, and 42 years, 3 months and 3 weeks old when he last held the position on June 11, 2005.

NATIONALITIES Of the twelve number ones, only four have been Americans, the position also having been held by a German, a Spaniard, an Australian, an Englishman, a Welshman, a Zimbabwean, a South African and a Fijian.

YEAR LONG HOLDERS Only three players have held the position for at least 52 successive weeks: Greg Norman, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods. The same three players are also the only ones to been world number one for a full calendar year: Nick Faldo throughout 1993, Greg Norman throughout 1996, and Tiger Woods throughout 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009.

In 2008, Tiger Woods achieved the remarkable feat of holding onto the number one position all year, despite not competing for more than six months after his June 16 playoff victory for the US Open against Rocco Mediate, as he underwent knee surgery and recuperation.

He was still world number one on February 25, 2009, when he resumed tournament golf at the Accenture Match Play Championship.

HIGHEST POINTS TOTAL Tiger Woods also holds the record for the highest ever average points total, when he reached 32.44 points (1459.64 points accumulated over 45 tournaments) on June 3, 2001, shortly before the 2001 US Open, at which point he was the first player ever to hold all four professional major championships simultaneously - the so-called ‘Tiger Slam’.

BIGGEST LEAD Just before that, on May 20, 2001, Tiger Woods had also built the biggest ever lead in the rankings, when his 32.33 average points was 19.40 ahead of the then world number two Phil Mickelson on 12.93 average points.

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Padraig Harrington Takes on new role Two-time Open champion Padraig Harrington has become the first “Working for Golf” ambassador for the sport’s ruling Royal and Ancient Club.

The 39-year-old Dubliner, who at Birkdale three years ago became the first European golfer to make a successful defence of the Claret Jug since James Braid in 1906, will be promoting the work of the St Andrewsbased governing body on his travels.

Chief Executive Peter Dawson said: “Padraig is a role model in the game and when he offered his time to support our golf development and rules education activities, we recognised the potential to reach the widest possible audience.

“His active involvement in golf’s bid to rejoin the Olympic Games was an important factor in our success in what is a key development for the future growth of the game.”

Harrington, along with Matteo Manassero, Michelle Wie and Suzann Pettersen, spoke at the bid presentation to the International Olympic Committee two years ago and golf will return to the Games in Brazil in 2016 after an absence of more than a century.

In his new role he will coach young people in R&A-funded golf development programmes, appear in Rules of Golf multimedia productions, promote the etiquette of the game, take part in biomechanical equipment testing sessions and support the work of the R&A Foundation.

“The R&A has been a constant feature of my development in the game, from playing in boys and amateur events through to winning The Open Championship,” he commented.

“I appreciate all the guidance and opportunities they provided along the way.

“I am delighted to have this opportunity to give something positive back to the game, particularly in those countries around the world where golf is still in its infancy, introducing boys and girls to golf so they can benefit from the values that the game teaches you.

“I am constantly amazed at how much the R&A do for the game worldwide from development to the rules, etiquette and other areas.

“The more I learnt the more I wanted to get involved in their work and, given that I play a global schedule, I am well-placed to assist on various projects around the world.”

In his first act as an ambassador Harrington announced the R&A’s continued support for grassroots development programmes in Ireland, worth more than £200,000 over the next three years.

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Regional News

Killeen Castle Venue to the 2011 Solheim Cup Killeen Castle, the ancestral home of the Earls of Fingal, sits in a wooded estate in 600 acres in Dunsany, Co. Meath. Set in the historic grounds of one of Ireland’s oldest and finest 12th century Norman castles, the estate at Killeen Castle is home to a unique development of supreme quality residences discreetly positioned among the natural woodlands of the demesne and throughout which the magnificent Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course winds.

Jack Nicklaus, course designer at Killeen Castle, said: “As the course designer, I am proud to be part of what is happening at Killeen Castle. It is phenomenal, what with the castle as a focal point. You have wonderful facilities to stage The Solheim Cup or the Ryder Cup in the future. It is a very strong course and will be nicely matured for 2011.”

Located just north of Dunshaughlin in the

heart of Royal Meath overlooked by the ancient Hill of Tara, Killeen Castle is just minutes from the picturesque hamlet of Dunsany. Killeen Castle offers all the joys of true country living, yet it is only 35 minutes from Dublin International Airport and 45 minutes from Dublin city centre.

The golfing facilities are augmented by a 30,000 sq ft stand alone modern purpose built clubhouse, with parking facilities in an old wall garden setting for 260 cars. In the context of holding The Solheim Cup, the venue provides ample room (500 acres) for public village and hospitality facilities, a television compound, grandstands and spectator traffic flow, all adjacent to the dramatic 18th hole. Killeen Castle is soon to be complemented by a luxury hotel and spa.

For more information, visit the club’s website, www.killeencastle.com

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“The spectacular 600 acre estate is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.”

The 2011 Solheim Cup at Killeen Castle in Ireland will be played September 23-25.

“We have chosen to move The Solheim Cup back to September for a number of reasons,” said Alexandra Armas, Executive Director of the LET. “In consultation with our stakeholders and global partners AIB, PING and ROLEX, we have chosen a date that will ensure that the whole nation is able to support the event.

Given the great success of the Ryder Cup in Ireland in September 2006, we anticipate that the Irish public will contribute to taking The Solheim Cup to a higher level. The countdown to The 2011 Solheim Cup begins now!”

Roddy Carr, Director of Killeen Castle, said: “September is one of the most beautiful months to visit Ireland for golf and especially Killeen Castle and all the Heritage sites surrounding it. We cannot wait to extend a warm traditional Irish welcome to all attending The Solheim Cup at Killeen Castle.”

Martin Cullen TD, Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism, said: “I look forward with great anticipation to The 2011 Solheim Cup at Killeen Castle, Co Meath. It will be a wonderful sporting occasion and a great honour for Ireland to host one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world.

The hosting of The Solheim Cup provides a great opportunity to promote Ireland as a golf destination to a worldwide market, not least to women golfers, and builds on the success of the 2006 Ryder Cup.” The 2011 Solheim Cup will mark the 12th staging of the event, which was started

by Karsten and Louise Solheim, founders of PING and Karsten Manufacturing Corporation in 1990. PING has sponsored The Solheim Cup since its inception and is now a Global Partner of The Solheim Cup along with AIB Group and Rolex.

Visit: www.solheimcup.com

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Regional News

North West Ireland Wins “European Golf Destination of the Year 2011”

Over 1,200 industry professionals from 52 countries attended the gala dinner to recognise and reward the exceptional contributions to the world of golf travel, voted for by IAGTO operators and the IGTWA’s golf travel writers. 350 international golf tour operators from 52 countries across the world voted and initially selected 20 European golfing regions before whittling down the competition to just 6 finalists for the awards ceremony including Fife in Scotland (which includes the world famous Old

Course at St. Andrews), the Czech Republic, Tenerife, Murcia in Spain and Lisbon in Portugal, along with North West Ireland.

Over the past few years the world’s most high profile destinations have won the coveted title including Provence & Cote D’Azur, the Algarve, and Andalucia. John McLaughlin, General Manager, North & West Coast Links Golf commented on accepting the Award “We are thrilled to accept this Award on behalf of the region, as it gives the courses in the area the recognition they deserve amongst their global counterparts. The region has injected significant investment over the last 10 years to bring their golf product up to the standards expected from today’s golfer, and we are delighted that the IAGTO Members have recognised the hard work and investment put in by all those working in the region.”

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The International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) hosted their annual Awards Ceremony in Valencia, Spain last November.

Flying the flag for Ireland was North & West Coast Links Golf (N&WCL) who accepted the award for “European Golf Destination of the Year 2011” for North West Ireland.

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“...N&WCL has grown from just 4 clubs, to now being considered the premier golf marketing organisation in Ireland...”

Those who have been lucky enough to visit the North West, are aware that the appeal of the area lies not only in our quality golf product, but in the value & quality of the complete package – first class accommodations, restaurants, lively bars, stunning scenery, value for money, and genuine hospitality.

North & West Coast Links Golf act as the International Marketing Arm of the area and provide worldwide marketing representation for the region. In any given year N&WCL will attend 20-25 golf shows/events around the world, as well as facilitating familiarisation trips for journalists, tour operators and group leaders.

Give the unique product that is links golf, the West and North West of Ireland is the ideal destination for today’s golf enthusiast, offering a world class, value for money destination.

Visit www.northandwestcoastlinks.com or Call +353 (0)91 868642 for further details on the North & West Coast Links.

Some of our more famous visitors will recall their fond memories of their time spent on the links. Whether it be Rory Mcllroy in his early years winning back to back West of Ireland Championships at Co. Sligo Golf Club, Tom Watson dropping in for a leisurely game with friends at Connemara, or Major Champion Graeme McDowell coming home to Royal Portrush.

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Portstewart Golf Club

Co. Sligo Golf Club

Established as a small marketing cooperative over 20 years ago, N&WCL has grown from just 4 clubs, to now being considered the premier golf marketing organisation in Ireland, through representation of 12 of the finest courses in Ireland, which include Connemara Championship Links, Carne Golf Links, Enniscrone Golf Club, Co. Sligo Golf Club, Donegal Golf Club, Narin & Portnoo Golf Club, Rosapenna Golf Resort, Portsalon Golf Club, Ballyliffin Golf Club, Portstewart Golf Club, Royal Portrush Golf Club, and Ardglass Golf Club.

The region benefits greatly from golf tourism, with an estimated €350m spent annually by visitors to the North West region, and this Award is another great boost and will ensure that this figure continues to grow year on year.

Front Row - John McLaughlin (GM - North & West Coast Links Golf), Peter Walton (Chief Executive – IAGTO, Michael Moss (Portstewart GC) & representatives of Virgin Airlines.

Back Row: John Farren (Ballyliffin GC), Andrew McLaughlin (Rosapenna GC), Frank Casey (Rosapenna (GC), Justin Farrell (N&WCL), John Casey & Chris Healy (Rosapenna GC).

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The 3 Irish Open Returns to Killarney Golf & Fishing Club

The European Tour and Fáilte Ireland have confirmed that the Irish Open will return to the Killeen Course at the Killarney Golf and Fishing Club from July 28-31, 2011.

Killarney itself. There was a wonderful festival atmosphere generated by the record crowds over the course of the week and we are so pleased to be returning.”

It will be the fourth time in history that the tournament has been staged at the renowned County Kerry venue. On the first two occasions, in 1991 and 1992, Sir Nick Faldo emerged as the champion while on the tournament’s return to Killarney in July of this year, Faldo’s fellow countryman Ross Fisher triumphed after holding off a determined final day challenge from home hero Padraig Harrington.

Fáilte Ireland Chairman Redmond O’Donoghue: “We are delighted to once again be involved in this great event and to commit to being a major sponsor to ensure its continued success.

The 2010 tournament saw a revival of the event to its former status and provided a fantastic opportunity to showcase Ireland to an audience of 394 million homes worldwide.

Fisher’s victory helped him secure his Ryder Cup debut later in the year and join an impressive list of 17 other players from both sides of the Atlantic who, since the birth of The European Tour in 1972, have both an Irish Open win and Ryder Cup honours on their respective golfing CVs: Seve Ballesteros, Thomas Björn, Ken Brown, Ben Crenshaw, Nick Faldo, Sergio Garcia, Hubert Green, Søren Hansen, Padraig Harrington, Mark James, Bernhard Langer, Colin Montgomerie, Christy O’Connor Jnr, José Maria Olazábal, John O’Leary, Sam Torrance and Ian Woosnam.

European Tour Chief Executive George O’Grady: “All our Members have spoken very highly of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club and the tremendous welcome given to them, not only by the club but by the town of

golf enthusiasts at the event in the Killarney Golf and Fishing Club last July. The world class field of players, including some of our top Irish golfers, ensured that the event was a huge success. It is great to once again showcase all that is good about golf in Ireland.”

The winner will have to conquer not only a high quality field but also the Killeen Course itself.

The jewel in the crown of the three-course Killarney Golf Complex was originally designed in 1972 by Eddie Hackett and Billy O’Sullivan.

The Killarney lakes and high mountain range provide a stunning backdrop to the course.

“The event attracted the best field seen for many years with 25 of Europe’s top 50 players participating. Some 82,000 spectators came to Killarney Golf and Fishing Club over the four days – the second highest attendance for a European Tour event after their flagship BMW PGA Championship which was attended by 88,000 spectators. We are happy to be able to confirm our continued involvement in the Irish Open for 2011.”

Maurice O’Meara, General Manager of Killarney Golf and Fishing Club said: “Killarney Golf and Fishing Club is delighted and welcomes the announcement that the 2011 Irish Open will return to Killarney to be played on the world-class Killeen Course. Following the amazing success of last year’s Irish Open, we hope that we can build on this success and add even more to this year’s event.

Mary Hanafin, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport, said: “This is wonderful news for Killarney and for Irish golf. Everyone who attended the tournament and millions of television viewers across the globe were enthralled by the golf and the beauty of the scenery in Killarney. I witnessed myself the warm festival atmosphere that was afforded to players, their families, caddies, officials and

“We look forward to working closely with The European Tour, Fáilte Ireland and all of the local businesses in Killarney to make the 2011 Irish Open one of the Irish sporting events of the year. Having welcomed the leading European Tour players in 2010 we hope that they and their families will return again in 2011 for a Bank Holiday festival of golf.” www.europeantour.com

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player Profile

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Rory McIlroy Profile of the Irish boy wonder Country: Northern Ireland DoB: 04 May 1989 Height: 5ft 10ins (1.78 metres) Interests: Manchester United FC, cars, tennis, movies, music Weblink: www.rorymcilroy.com Course Att: Lough Erne Tours: European Tour In the bag:

Teen prodigy Rory McIlroy has set the European Tour alight since turning pro on 18th September 2007. Hard-hitting Rory was always destined to become a professional golfer since the moment he recorded a 40-yard drive aged just two-years-old. His first hole in one came when he was just nine and he played in his first professional European Tour event as a 16-year-old in 2005 at The Forest of Arden.

His amazing amateur career saw him conquer Ireland and Europe, before becoming just the second person to top the World Amateur Rankings in 2007. Rory represented Europe in the winning Junior Ryder Cup team in 2004, before becoming the youngest winner of the prestigious West of Ireland and Irish Close Championships in 2005. The following year he successfully retained both Irish amateur titles and in August 2006 he won the European Amateur Championship.

Rory shot into the public eye with his superb opening three-under-par 68 in the 2007 Open Championship at Carnoustie, the only bogey-free round of the day. He went on to tie for 42nd position and accept the Silver Medal as leading amateur.

Rory went on to make the cut in his first professional event at the Quinn Direct British

Masters, and finished third in his second professional event, the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. These successes earned the golfing sensation enough money to virtually assure his place in the top 115.

Despite high expectations, Rory keeps a cool head on his young shoulders and lets his golf do the talking. In 2008 Rory exceeded his expectations by making it to the Volvo Masters at Valderrama and entering the elite of the top 100 in the Official World Golf Rankings.

At the beginning of the 2009 season Rory was beaten in a play-off for the UBS Hong Kong Open title - this performance elevated him into the top 50 in the Official World Golf Rankings which has assured him a coveted place in the 2009 Masters Tournament at Augusta in April.

Rory’s maiden victory came in the 2009 Dubai Desert Classic where he endured a nail-biting final hole and ultimately beat Justin Rose to the title by one shot. Rory finished in 2nd place in the inaugural European Tour Race To Dubai.

Rory made his mark in the USA in April 2010 when he won the Quail Hollow Championship on the PGA Tour shooting a course record 62 on the final day, beating Phi Mickelson by four shots.

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G+ by GOLFINO Spring/Summer 2011

G+ Women. Pacific-Blue Sporty-Chic In the G+ Pacific-Blue module, GOLFINO have combined the monochrome palette of black, white and marl with some of the loud colours associated with the 80s and 90s: acid-green and pacific-blue set the tone.

Casual wear with discreet high-tech functionality is represented by a hooded sweater made of a trendy, mixed-grey jersey material, which looks like a simple sweater from the outside but is thinly laminated on the inside – making it 100% waterproof. The thin hood can be tucked into the collar, while pleats lend the sweater the necessary touch for a feminine, sporty-chic look. The silicone laminate material innovation embodies the ever-present performance aspect and can be found throughout the entire module in soft stripes. The latest fashion trends,

such as pagoda shoulders, are included and given a sporty interpretation with puffed sleeves on the polo shirts and half-zip sweaters. The outerwear in this module also features functional Dry Comfort.

A further highlight is the extremely light and waterproof reversible jacket, which boasts powerful colours on one side and discreet shades of grey on the other. The Dry Comfort polo shirt with racerback design, integrated bra, numerous seams and mesh inserts for ventilation is a real eye-catcher in this module. The outfit is completed by a waterproof waistcoat with an extra-high collar and asymmetrical design, as well as the techno stretch capri in thermo cool in a jeans look with a pleated hem on the lower leg.

Slim cuts and sporty, playful ruffles set the overall look in G+ Women.

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“Slim cuts and sporty, playful ruffles set the overall look in G+ Women.”

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Fashion NEWS

Fashion NEWS

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Druh Belts & Buckles Take Golf Market by Storm Druh Belts & Buckles, a unique range of stylish belts and buckles, were only launched just over a year ago by Yorkshireman and former touring pro Simon Hurd but already they have taken the golf market by storm.

Hurdy, as he is known on Tour, has in the past been known for the distinctive and colourful pork pie hats he dons on the golf course, but not for much longer as the overwhelming success of Druh has now placed him firmly on the golf fashion map.

The immediate impact of the belts is according to Hurd down to the fact that they offer the discerning golfer an extensive selection of stylish handmade leather and snakeskin belts in sumptuous classic and chic casual styles and can be as outrageous or classical as the wearer wishes.

Druh Belts are available in leather and water snakeskin in a variety of colours ranging from funky pastels and eye-catching metallics and in different embossed styles from crocodile to ostrich effect for the more adventurous golfers whilst also catering for the more traditional golfer who prefers his belts in black, white, brown or blue. Druh’s interchangeable buckles all featuring the signature ‘db’ logo in brushed nickel, polished silver or gold, diamante and enamel mean each belt can be customised to the individual taste of the wearer.

A host of European pros such as David Howell, Graeme Storm and Simon Kahn can be seen

sporting Druh Belts & Buckles on tour whilst tour champions Robert Karlsson of Sweden, Dane Thomas Bjorn and Ireland’s Paul McGinley all act as brand ambassadors for Druh. World number one Lee Westwood of England has also recently joined the stable of Druh ambassadors that are loving and wearing Druh.

Druh has also proved a hit with the lady pros, so much so that the brand designed a range of signature flower buckles especially for girls.

The new range features a pretty flower motif encrusted with a sparkling diamante ‘db’ set off by a variety of enamel infills in pink, purple, red and yellow as well as the more traditional white and black. Now such characters as flamboyant American Christina Kim, Jimin Kang of South Korea, Sweden’s Sophie Gustafson and Becky Brewerton of Wales are all sporting a bit of Druh ‘flower power’ both on and off the course.

“I have always taken an interest in fashion both on and off the golf course, so it seemed a natural sideline for me to go into after I stopped playing golf,” says Hurd, always smart dresser with well-tailored attire.

“I have a particular passion for belts and traveling the world, I have always found it difficult to find stylish, good quality belts. So I

started designing my own and commissioned a local leather craftsman in Thailand to handmake them. So many friends and fellow golfers liked them that I decided it wouldn’t be a bad idea to start a business out of it.

“Golf gear is often perceived as rather staid and dull so I wanted to have a bit of fun designing belts and buckles that were a little bit funky, yet stylish, and certainly they have been an instant hit with pro golfers all over the world. And now it is the chance for all those amateurs out there to smarten up their golf look with one of my Druh belts!”

Before selling his Druh Belts & Buckles, Hurd was a regular on the Asian Tour after playing on The European Tour on and off for the last 10 years. In his last year of full time play in 2007, he was ranked 49th in the Order of Merit and is yet to claim his first win in the Far East.

Druh Belts & Buckles make the perfect present for anyone who has an eye for fashion or simply likes looking good.

Available through the internet at www. druhbeltsandbuckles.com at £89 for leather and £159 for snakeskin allows golfers to design their own unique belt by choosing their own belt and buckle combination.

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Ulster Introduction

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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Londonderry Antrim Donegal

Tyrone

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Down

Fermanagh

Armagh

Monaghan

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Cavan

01.

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Lough Erne Slieve Russell

“The golf courses in Ulster contain an impressive mix of quality Parkland, Heathland and Links courses.�

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Contact Details Lough Erne Resort Belleek Road, Enniskillen Fermanagh BT93 7ED Telephone: +44 (0)28 6632 3230 info@lougherneresort.com www.lougherneresort.com

01. How to Find

LOUGH ERNE

Head onto the M1 (signposted The West, Dublin). Continue onto Woodlough Road/A4 (M1 West, South).

At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Woodlough Road/A4 (Enniskillen, Omagh). At crossroads continue onto the A4. Bear left entering Fivemiletown.

At Ballygawley Roundabout take the 1st exit onto A4 (Armagh, Enniskillen).

Continue onto Dublin Road/A4. Entering Enniskillen. At roundabout take 1st exit onto Friths Pass/A4 (Dublin A32, West). At traffic signals continue forward onto Wellington Road/A4.

Arrive at Enniskillen, Fermanagh.

Lough Erne Resort ‘Golf Resort of The Year’ (Irish Golf Tour Operators Association, 2010) and a is home to two Championship Golf Courses, including The Faldo Course designed by six time Major winner Nick Faldo.

His first golf course design in Ireland, The Faldo Championship Course is an exciting challenge for golfers of all abilities, featuring 18 spectacular golf holes. A Golf World & Golf Monthly Top 100 Course (UK & Ireland) and a Golf Week Top 10 Course (Best of Great Britain & Ireland’s Modern Classic Courses (7th) 2011).

Situated between Castle Hume Lough and Lower Lough Erne, 14 of the holes have

Water in play, highlighted by the iconic 10th Hole, ‘Emerald Isle’ where the green is surrounded on three sides by water.

The routing takes full advantage of the natural topography and provides golfers with superb all year round playing conditions as well as breathtaking views of The Fermanagh Lakelands. The Resort is proud to have Rory McIlroy as Touring Professional representing The Resort across the World.

Visit The Faldo Academy for state of the art Practice & Tuition facilities which include the Swing Studio, with Flight Scope Technology & Power Tee’s.

Facilities Hotel & Spa, Bar, Restaurant, Meeting Rooms, Halfway House, Fado Academy, Swing Studio, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Buggies, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7167 • 6701 • 6241 • 5686 • 5015 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

325

10

4

294

2

4

294

11

4

368

3

3

131

12

4

420

4

5

504

13

3

185

5

3

153

14

5

554

6

5

535

15

3

127

7

4

339

16

5

521

8

4

439

17

4

304

9

5

568

18

3

180

North & West Coast Links w w w. nor t ha n d we s tc o a s tl i n k s .c o m t : + 353 (0 )9 1 8 6 8 6 4 2 f : + 353 (0 )9 1 8 6 8 6 4 5 e: wc l g o l f@ i o l .i e

• 12 Championship Links Courses • Tee Time Availability • Golf & Accommodation Packages • Society Specials

Ardglass Golf Club Ballyliffin Golf Club Connemara Championship Links Carne Golf Links

County Sligo Golf Club Donegal Golf Club Enniscrone Golf Club Narin & Portnoo Golf Club

Portsalon Golf Club Portstewart Golf Club Rosapenna Golf Links Royal Portrush Golf Club Picture: Royal Portrush Golf Club

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

02. 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 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.

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 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

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Ulster Directory

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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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.

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02 03 Sligo

Leitrim

Mayo Roscommon

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Athlone County Sligo Enniscrone Galway Bay

“Connaught has some of the most beautiful and unspoilt countryside to be found in Ireland, including the spectacular mountainous landscape of Connemara.”

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

01. How to Find

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.

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. 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!

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

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

• MTS

Hole 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

Athlone Golf Club Full Membership Available €750. Distance Membership €375 New Lough Ree Challenge Course for Societies Now Open.

Weekend Society Rates: €25

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County Sligo Golf Club Rosses Point, Co. Sligo Telephone: +353 7191 77171 teresa@countygolfclub.ie www.countysligogolfclub.ie

02. How to Find

County Sligo

From the East: Follow N4 to Sligo.

Approximate travel time, from Dublin 2.30 hours. From the North: Follow A4/N16 from Enniskillen to Sligo via Manorhamilton. Approximate travel time: 1 hour. From North West: Follow N15 from Donegal Town to Sligo.

Approximate travel time: 1 hour.

From the South / West: From Ballina - Follow N59/N4 to Sligo. Approximate travel time: 45 mins. From Castlebar - Follow N5/N17/N4 to Sligo.

Approximate travel time: 50 mins.

Facilities 27 Holes (Including Bomore Course, 9 holes, Par 35 2,785 yards), Bar, Restaurant, 6 Bay Covered Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Practice Bunker, Trolleys, Buggies, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6170 • 5871 • 5715 • 5325 (76) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

A centenarian with all the dignity and maturity of age, County Sligo is one of Ireland’s great championship links. The club has hosted most of Ireland’s major championships in it’s long and venerable history. Three large beaches beneath the cliffs keep the Atlantic Ocean at bay. Benbulben Mountain competes with the ocean for scenic splendour on the land side.

The Championship Course was designed by Harry Colt in 1927. Over the years, County Sligo has attracted some of golf’s most illustrious exponents, and the holders of 41 of Golf’s Major Championships have pitted their skills against Harry Colt’s design. The

wind from the sea is a constant factor but the 3rd, 5th, 10th and 14th holes have very satisfying downhill drives to compensate.

The 9 hole Bomore Course was added in 1999 and has become very popular with members and visitors alike. These holes present a very different challenge - the prickly gorse bushes and numerous water hazards await an errant drive. The terrain is flat and mostly below sea level and is regarded as a very challenging test.

The newly constructed Bomore driving range is adjacent to the first tee, this superb facility is a tremendous addition to the complex.

Latest offer: Open Days, Friday 18th & 25th February and 4th, 11th & 18th March. Golf and Grill €35.00

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Contact Details Enniscrone Golf Club Enniscrone Co. Sligo Telephone: 096 36297 enniscronegolf@eircom.net www.enniscronegolf.com

03. How to Find

Enniscrone

From Dublin take N4 for Sligo. Just before Sligo turn off at Colloney for Ballina. In the 40 minute journey from here you will pass through Dromore West before taking a right turn for Enniscrone. Enniscrone is 55km from Sligo Regional Airport.

From Knock Airport (56km), follow the signpost for Swinford. Travel through Swinford, Foxford and then Ballina.

Enniscrone is 13km from Ballina, off the R297 Enniscrone-Ballina road.

Facilities Enniscrone Golf Club is located in County Sligo in Northwest Ireland. Situated beside the picturesque seaside town of Enniscrone (also spelt as Inniscrone), the golf course affords panoramic views of Killala Bay, Bartra Island and sandy beaches with Nephin and the Ox Mountains forming the backdrop.

Founded in 1918, redesigned by Eddie Hackett in 1974 and by Donald Steel in 2001, this Irish championship course is one of Ireland’s finest authentic golf links. Apart from the championship links known as The Dunes, there is also the splendid 9 hole Scurmore course. After the adventures through The

Dunes or the Scurmore Course, the clubhouse is the ideal place to relax for refreshment and restore the energy levels. The recently refurbished Clubhouse and Restaurant offer a friendly and welcoming atmosphere with extensive views over the Course.

Signature Hole 16th - The Long Bank, Par 5 , 514 Yards A tough but straight forward par 5, where keeping the ball on the fairway a must.

The second shot should favour the right hand side to leave the best approach, as club selection can vary greatly to the green which is wide but very shallow.

18 Hole Championship Course, “Scurmore” 9 Hole Links Course, Bar, Restaurant, Putting Green, Practice Area, Chipping Area, Buggy and Trolley Hire, Caddies, Lessons, Pro shop, Free WiFi.

Course Information The Dunes: 18 holes, Par 73 • 7033 • 6814 • 6372 • 5634 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

373

10

4

359

2

5

526

11

3

170

3

3

165

12

4

345

4

5

523

13

4

338

5

4

450

14

5

542

6

4

424

15

4

421

7

5

524

16

5

514

8

3

170

17

3

149

9

4

382

18

4

439

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

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) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

GALWAY BAY

04. 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

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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.

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“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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Connaught Directory

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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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.

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01

Louth

16 Longford

01. Ardee 02. Arklow 03. Ashbourne 04. Bunclody 05. Carton House 06. CityWest Hotel 07. Druids Glen Resort 08. Dunmurry Springs 09. Edmondstown 10. Forrest Little 11. Hollywood Lakes 12. Killeen Castle 13. Mount Juliet 14. Powerscourt 15. Seafield 16. Seapoint 17. St. Anne’s 18. The Heritage

Meath 12

Westmeath

03 11 10

05 17 Dublin 06

Offaly Kildare

07

14

08 09

Laois

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Wicklow

02 Carlow 04

15

Kilkenny 13

Wexford

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

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Contact Details Ardee Golf Club Townparks, Ardee Co. Louth Telephone: 041 685 3227 ardeegolfclub@eircom.net www.ardeegolfclub.com

01. How to Find

ARDEE

Directions From Dublin Airport - Take the M1 North towards Belfast (Toll Road) for 53km approx. - Take the N33 exit on the left toward B.átha Fhirdhia/Ardee/N2/Doire/Derry - At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto N33 - At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Dundalk Rd/ N52 - At St Patrick’s Terrace, take the 1st exit onto Irish St/N2 - Take first right onto Golf Links Rd - the club is 200 metres on the left

Situated in the centre of Co. Louth, only 45 minutes from Dublin via the M1 motorway, Ardee Golf Club is one of the premier courses in the north-east. This challenging 18-hole parkland course will test all levels of golfer.

Measuring 6,490 yards from the back tees, guarded by tree-lined fairways and with water coming into play on 9 of the 18 holes, it is sure to provide an unforgettable experience.

The course boasts a number of feature holes, in particular the par-3 thirteenth, which challenges the golfer with a carry of more than 180 yards over water, in order to reach the green safely.

Ardee Golf Club was founded in 1911. Now with its new clubhouse and modern facilities, fully stocked pro shop and friendly staff, it is an ideal venue for ladies and gents societies. Visitors are welcome and rates are very reasonable!

With the positioning of the green, nestled as it is in the surrounding woodland, the relatively short par-4 sixteenth is a treat, requiring two precision shots in order to reach the green in regulation.

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

Then there is the long dogleg par-5 fourteenth, which is 542 yards and believed to be the only index-1 par-5 in Leinster.

Course Information

Ardee Golf Club Special Offers Greenfee - 4 for the price of 3 Society’s - 1 Full Hour Tee Reservation for only €360!

18 holes, Par 71 • 6510 • 6289 • 6064 • 5495 (73) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

344

10

4

308

2

3

172

11

4

336

3

4

352

12

4

359

4

4

348

13

3

190

5

3

175

14

5

518

6

4

378

15

4

409

7

4

398

16

4

367

8

5

474

17

4

375

9

4

382

18

4

404

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Arklow Golf Links Abbeylands, Arklow, Co. Wicklow

ARKLOW Golf Links

Telephone: +353 (0)402 32492 Email enquiries via website

02. 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) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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.

3 attractive membership options Option 1: Full Membership Special 2 for 1 Offer. Join now with a friend for €1,500 each, including 1 Year Annual Sub of €919 Option 2: Seven day Membership. No entrance fee and €1269 per year Option 3: Five day membership. No entrance fee and €649 per year

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

03. 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) Hole Par

• MTS

Hole 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

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

04. How to Find

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 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

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.

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Contact Details Carton House Golf Club Carton Demesne, Maynooth Co. Kildare Telephone: 353 1 6517720 golfreservations@cartonhouse.com www.cartonhouse.com

05. How to Find

Carton House

From Dublin, take the main N4 motorway westbound. From the motorway, take the “Leixlip West” exit (Junction 6) and follow the signs to Carton House Hotel. Carton House Hotel is approximately a five minute drive from the N4 motorway exit.

From the west, take the N4 motorway to Dublin and approximately 20km from Dublin city, take the “Leixlip west” exit (Junction 6) and follow the signs to Carton House.Carton House is approximately a five minute drive from the N4 motoroway exit.

Located just twenty minutes from Dublin, the Carton House Hotel Kildare is one of the best located luxury hotels in Ireland.

The 1,100-acre private parkland estate is an all-encompassing playground for leisure and corporate guests alike, and was awarded European Golf Resort of the Year 2008.

The Montgomerie Course: Inspired by the greatest links of the world, The Montgomerie Course , designed by Colin Montgomerie, pays tribute to the traditions of the game and sets a challenge like no other. The 7,300 yard “links style” course is a journey across sweeping firm fairways, cavernous bunkers

and impeccable greens. It is an adventure from first to last and is proud to have hosted the world’s finest golfers at the 2005 and 2006 Irish Opens and the 2010 Irish Seniors Open.

The O’Meara Course: Designed by two-time major championship winner Mark O’Meara, The O’Meara Course at Carton House is a classic parkland experience which meanders through acres of glorious pastures, ancient woodland and skirts the banks of the River Rye. An exquisite course that leaves you breathless with admiration and exhilaration throughout its 7,006 yards. It hosted the Irish Amateur Championship in 2005.

Facilities Featuring - two Championship Golf Courses, a leisure centre with pool, Spa, Training Pitches, Tennis Courts, Purpose Built Events Centre and state of the art conference facilities.

Carton House is home to the Golfing Union of Ireland, the oldest golfing union in the world and The GUI National Golf Academy.

Carton House is due to host the GUI National Finals from 2014 to 2017

Course Information (Yards) The Montgomerie: 18 holes, Par 72 • 7301 • 6821 • 6365 • 5655 The O’Meara: 18 holes, Par 72 • 7006 • 6608 • 6209 • 5472

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Open Singles competition every Monday. €50 per person.

Includes: Entry fee, green fee, soup, sandwiches and prizes.

Book online and get a four ball for €200 Monday to Thursday & €240 Friday to Sunday on either of the two award winning championship courses. www.cartonhouse.com

€130 per person sharing to include 1 Nights B&B, 2 course meal in the clubhouse and a round of golf per person on either of the two award winning championship courses.

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Citywest Hotel & Golf Resort Saggart Co. Dublin Telephone: 353 1 401 0878 proshop@citywesthotel.com www.citywesthotel.com

06. How to Find

Facilities Hotel, Convention Centre, Conference Rooms, Spa, Gym/Leisure Centre, Bars, Restaurants, Creche, Changing Rooms, Putting Green, Trolleys, Club Hire, Buggies, Pro shop

CityWest Hotel

From Dublin: Follow the M7 from Dublin past Naas and Newbridge.

Leave the M7 at the Kildare exit 13, signposted for Kildare and Nurney.

Follow directions into Kildare town.

From the main cross roads, take a left turn and follow the road until you reach the next set of traffic lights.

From here take a left on to the main Rathangan road (R401). Dunmurry Springs is 2 miles from this point.

This road takes you under a railway bridge, and around a series of bends before the road straightens and you see the Golf Course on your right.

Located in the grounds of this Dublin hotel, The Christy O’ Connor Jnr Championship course is a first class test of golf in a wonderful parkland setting covering a distance of over 6,010 yards. This par 69 course offers the combination of perfectly manicured fairways, superb putting surfaces and beautiful trees that provide the golfer with a wonderful and inspiring golf experience.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 69 • 6010 • 5748 • 5451 • 4806 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

371

10

3

157

2

5

440

11

4

339

3

3

171

12

4

380

4

4

370

13

5

540

5

4

375

14

3

154

6

3

183

15

5

487

7

4

286

16

4

385

8

3

177

17

3

137

9

4

380

18

4

416

Our expert Golf Team are always on hand to provide assistance for any of your needs whether it be a day out with friends, group & society outings or special corporate & charity events.

The 18th Hole is one of the great finishing holes in Ireland. As the golfer stands on the tee-box, they are faced with an inspirational par 4 that demands an acute level of accuracy.

To successfully hit the fairway from the tee, the golfer must manoeuvre their ball through a narrow gap that is protected by mature trees on both sides, while at the same time avoiding the first of two lakes that runs down the left hand side of the fairway. Having successfully hit the fairway, the golfer is then faced with a daunting 2nd shot to the green, the main obstacle being a lake that runs right up to the front edge of the green. A good score at this hole will certainly make the 19th hole even more enjoyable.

Special offer for 2 nights B&B + 1 round of golf for €135 p.p.

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Contact Details 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

07. 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.

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Druids Glen Resort

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

• YDS

Hole 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) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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.

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For bookings Contact Jane Balfe on 01 2870812 or Email: jane.balfe@druidsglenresort.com For Golf Society Booking please reference Irish Golf Guide in order to win a two ball on Druids Glen and a two ball on Druids Heath for your society prize!

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Contact Details Dunmurry Springs Golf Club Dunmurry Hill, Kildare, County Kildare Telephone: 045 531400 info@dunmurrysprings.ie www.dunmurrysprings.com

Dunmurry Springs

08. How to Find Dunmurry Springs is conveniently located off Exit 13 of the M7, 30 miles from the M50/Red Cow and 2 miles from Kildare Town. Leave the M7 at Exit 13.

Follow directions into Kildare town. From the main cross roads, take a left and follow the road until you reach the next set of traffic lights. From here take a left on to the main Rathangan road (R401).

Follow this road under the railway bridge and then for 2 miles and you will see the Golf Course set out on your right hand side. There are distinctive black Dunmurry Springs signs at each set of traffic lights in Kildare Town.

Dunmurry Springs is one of Ireland’s most exciting and original golf courses. Golfers of all abilities will admire the traditional design philosophies utilising the natural springs, movement and grasses of the land with some of the most spectacular views in Ireland. The layout of the course is such that it brings the golfer through a series of tests.

Skill, tactics, and bravery reward those that give the course the respect it deserves.

As well as the breathtaking golf course, the impressive new clubhouse includes luxurious locker rooms and a bar to serve great food and drink. Members and visitors at Dunmurry Springs

Golf Club will enjoy the attention of a devoted team committed to a personal welcome.

Groups can be assured that all their needs will be catered for to ensure a memorable day.

Signature Hole – 3rd. A nostalgic Par 4 of 471 yards from the Championship Tees playing downhill right to left from a beautiful elevated tee with spectacular views of the course and Kildare countryside. A long approach shot is then required to the large green is protected with one of the courses natural springs and faced with large granite boulders. The old stone cottage behind the green offers a romantic backdrop.

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Changing Rooms with Sky TV, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Buggies, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6757 • 6096 • 5845 • 5277 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

331

10

5

505

2

4

333

11

3

152

3

4

386

12

4

430

4

4

311

13

5

481

5

4

316

14

4

360

6

5

472

15

3

125

7

3

152

16

4

401

8

4

388

17

3

175

9

4

401

18

4

370

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

09. 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.

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

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

• MTS

Hole 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

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...

Green Fees Specials to 31st March 2011 Play Edmondstown for 35 euro midweek or 45 euro weekend.

Book now on www.edmondstowngolfclub.ie or Tel: 4931082 Corporate & Society Outings 2011 Contact Angela Sterling Finance & Marketing Manager angelasterling@edmondstowngolfclub.ie or Tel: 4931082 Membership – Closing date 28th February 2011 Applications to Selwyn Davies General Manager info@edmondstowngolfclub.ie or Tel: 4931082

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Contact Details Forrest Little Golf Club Cloghran, Swords Co Dublin Telephone: 353 1 8401763 margaret@forrestlittle.ie www.forrestlittle.com

10. How to Find

Forrest Little

From M1 - Take the exit for Dublin Airport.

At the Airport round-about take right turn, go approx 300 metres to next roundabout and take first left. Take first right and next right, the entrance to Forrest Little is just 100 metres on the right.

Forrest Little Golf Club was designed by Fred Hawtree and is set in mature parkland of stunning quality adjacent to Dublin Airport and within easy reach of both the M1 and M50 Motorways. The course was opened in 1970 and over the years has undergone major redevelopments, a substantial investment in fairway drainage and the replacement of all it’s greens to meet the specifications of the USGA. The gentle rolling terrain with majestic trees provides a fair and stern test to golfers of all abilities, and has hosted many Golfing Union of Ireland competitions and was used as a prequalifying course for the Irish Open in the 1980’s.

Signature Holes: Hole 7 - A gem of a par 3 measuring 149 metres with a large pond at the front and 6 protective bunkers surrounding the green. The green is much deeper and longer than it appears from the tee and it has very subtle undulations. This hole was rated as the Best 7th Hole in North Dublin.

Hole 18 - This par 4 measuring 418 metres is as strong a finishing hole as you are likely to find.

There is a gap to be negotiated at 220 metres.

Once through, you are only halfway there. The green is well protected by 3 large bunkers, one on the left and 2 on the right. The green is set on two tiers and is very difficult to read.

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

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5900 (72) • 5632 • 5145 (72) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

295

10

4

336

2

4

385

11

3

140

3

4

350

12

4

305

4

5

417

13

4

335

5

3

156

14

3

165

6

5

446

15

5

437

7

3

126

16

4

332

8

4

386

17

4

309

9

4

317

18

4

395

Special Offer: Golf & Meal for €40 during February & March (T&C’s apply).

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

Hollywood Lakes

11. 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 Hole Par

• YDS

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

12. 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 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

K illeen C astle. Dunsany, Co. Meath, Ireland. Telephone: 353 ( 0) 1 6893000 · info@ k illeenca s tle.com · www.k illeenca s tl e . c o m

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

13. 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 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) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

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.

An Extra Special Golf Experience Book your Group Golf Outing Before February 28th 2011 and Group Organiser plays for FREE. Excellent Rates from €65 including Breakfast, Burger or Mixed Grill.

Book now on 056 777 3010 or visit mountjuliet.ie/golfgroups

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

14. How to Find

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

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.

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

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

Winter 2010/11

Societies/Groups 2011

Golf and Full Irish Breakfast - €50 pp

Thursday to Saturday - €65 per person

Golf for 2 players and 1 buggy - €110

Sat/Sun from 1pm - €55 per person

October - March Offers available daily subject to availability

Golf, Steak & Beverage of your choice - €60 pp Golf for 4 players and 2 buggies - €200

April - October Groups of 12 or more

Sunday to Wednesday - €60 per person (1 in 8 Go Free) Thurs/Fri before 11am - €55 per person

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Seafield Golf & Spa Hotel Ballymoney, Gorey, County Wexford Telephone: 00 353 (0) 53 9424000 sales@seafieldhotel.com www.seafieldhotel.com

15. How to Find

Seafield

From Dublin: 1. After 78 Kilometers you will approach Junction 22 (signed Inch).

2. Take this exit, at the 1st roundabout follow the signs for Gorey.

3. At the 2nd roundabout take 1st exit (signed Ballymoney) at Green’s Berry Farm. 4. Follow this road for 2 Kilometers. 5. Take the left hand turn (signed for Seafield Golf & Spa Hotel) at Redmond’s Home & Garden World. 6. Proceed forward for 2 Kilometers through Ballymoney village. 7. Turn Left into Seafield.

Hotel & Spa, Apartments, Bar, Restaurant, Meeting Rooms, Putting Green, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Buggies, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 6010 • 5618 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

325

10

5

515

2

5

475

11

3

195

3

4

315

12

4

360

4

3

185

13

4

465

5

4

480

14

4

420

6

4

467

15

4

445

7

4

320

16

3

210

8

4

365

17

4

360

9

3

205

18

4

425

The natural surroundings, layout and the attention to detail will create playing conditions on a par with the best and most prestigious courses in the country. Golf pros and amateurs alike will find much to challenge and delight during long rounds of the eighteen at Seafield. Following our extensive drainage programme we are now able to ensure that you can play after the heavens open.

Events at Seafield Golf & Spa Hotel 2011 The Three Tenors, Saturday 2nd April For more details or bookings please contact Hotel Reception on 053 9424000 Beautifully Presented Gift Vouchers available to purchase from Hotel Reception - 053 94 24000 Join us for our Wedding Afternoon - Sunday 13th February 2011, 3 - 6pm Courtyard Apartment by the sea - 2 nights - sleeps 4 - €275 (Room only) Annual Golf Membership €995 - No Joining Fee Check out our website for more exciting special offers! www.seafieldhotel.com

Mature woodland’s and water hazards of the front nine are in stark contrast to the long fairways, crosswinds and bunkers as play continues through the back nine down toward the sea and the stunning cliff top tees on the eleventh and seventeenth holes. The four hundred and twenty yard eighteenth brings play back to the breathtaking surrounds of the clubhouse.

Hole 11, Par 3, 195 yards. This is Seafields signature hole. Located on the cliff top running parallel to the coastline this is truly a beautiful and challenging hole. Sharing a double green with the 17th the wind will always be a factor.

CR E AT ED B Y MA N . C A RV ED B Y N AT U R E.

The 18 hole 6,447 yard championship golf course at Seafield was designed by internationally renowned course designer Peter McEvoy. The Course was constructed to the highest USGA specifications and was opened in June 2003.

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

16. 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 off 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 of 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.

Open for 7 Day Annual Membership & 5 Day Membership Pure Links Enjoyment

Special Rates available for Golf Societies and Classics Visitors and green fees welcome Book online at www.seapointgolflinks.com

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

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6473 • 6142 • 5125 Hole Par

• MTS

Hole 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

“A fantastic course, great variety of holes, superb greens, a true test of golf” Darren Clarke, 2009

“When I’m at home, I know my game is in great shape if I play well at Seapoint” Des Smyth, 2006 Ryder Cup Vice Captain

“One of the finest links courses in the world” Georgina Campbell’s Ireland Host Venue Irish PGA Championship 2010 Rated in the Top 30 Courses

by Golf Digest

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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

17. How to Find

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) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

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.

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

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Contact Details The Heritage Golf & Spa Resort Killenard County Laois Telephone: 00 353 (0) 5786 45500 Email enquiries via website www.theheritage.com

18. How to Find

The Heritage

From Dublin Airport - 60 Minutes - Follow signs southbound for the M50. Go through westlink toll bridge and take exit 9 heading southbound on the M7/N7 signpost for Cork.

Continue on the M7/N7 and take exit for Monasterevin. Pass through Monasterevin village and travel for 3 KM and take right turn at Bolands Pub. Killenard village is located just 3 Km from this junction.

Facilities The Heritage is a par 72 Championship golf course set in the beautiful rolling countryside of Co. Laois with the Slieve Bloom Mountains as a backdrop. Designed by Seve Ballesteros and Jeff Howes, this championship course provides the most enjoyable experience for golfers of all standards in Ireland.

Five lakes and a stream meander through the course and brings water into play on 10 holes. 98 beautifully shaped bunkers and 7,000 trees adorn the landscape, which is very gently undulating without any climbing involved. A variety of tees allow the course to be played from 5,747 to 7,319 yards.

Signature Holes: Hole 4, Par 3, 214 yards (Blue tee) Signature hole 214 yard par 3 from the Championship tee. Green protected on left with large bunker complex, and a large lake to the right and behind. Prevailing wind tends to push tee shot towards lake on right.

Hole 18, Par 4, 447 yards (Blue tee) A demanding tee shot with lake on left side of fairway. A slight draw here off the tee sets you up for an approach shot to a green, tucked up against the lake with heavy bunkering on the right. A very intimidating finishing hole!

Visit our website at www.theheritage.com for the latest offers

Hotel, Spa, Bar, Restaurant, Conference Rooms, 10 Bay Floodlit Driving Range, Pitching Green and Bunker Practice Area, Indoor Putting Green, Golf School, Trolleys, Lessons, Club Hire, Pro shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7319 • 6889 • 6516 • 5747 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

386

10

5

502

2

5

543

11

4

305

3

4

410

12

4

468

4

3

191

13

4

449

5

4

430

14

5

532

6

4

434

15

3

164

7

3

179

16

4

379

8

5

498

17

3

202

9

4

394

18

4

423

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Arklow Golf Club Abbeylands Arklow, Co. wicklow Telephone: 0402 32492 arklowgolflinks@eircom.net www.arklowgolflinks.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

Killiney Golf Club Ballinclea Road Killiney Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 2851983 killineygolfclub@eircom.net www.killineygolfclub.ie

Hermitage Golf Club Ballydowd Lucan Co. Dublin Telephone: 01 6268491 hermitagegolf@eircom.net www.hermitagegolf.ie

Kilcoole Golf Club Newcastle Road Kilcoole Co. Wicklow Telephone: 01 2872066 info@kilcoolegolfclub.com www.kilcoolegolfclub.com

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

Hibernian Golf Club 44 Northumberland Road Dublin Telephone: 087 2481 480 hiberniangolf@eircom.net www.hiberniangolf.com

Kilkea Castle Golf Club Kilkea Castledermot, Co. Kildare Telephone: 059 9145555 kilkeacastlegc@gmail.com www.kilkeacastlegolfresort.ie

Knockanally Golf Club Ovidstown Donadea, Co. Kildare Telephone: 045 869322 golf@knockanally.com www.knockanally.com

Highfield Golf Club Carbury Co. Kildare Telephone: 046 9731021 highfieldgolf@eircom.net www.highfield-golf.ie

Kilkenny Golf Club Glendine Kilkenny Co. Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7765400 enquiries@kilkennygolfclub.com www.kilkennygolfclub.com

Laytown & Bettystown Golf Club Bettystown Co. Meath Telephone: 041 9827170 links@landb.ie www.landb.ie

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

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

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

Mullingar Golf Club Belvedere Mullingar Co. Westmeath Telephone: 044 9348366 mullingargolfclub@hotmail.com www.mullingargolfclub.com

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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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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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Clare

Tipperary Limerick

Kerry Waterford

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Cork 05

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01. Cobh 02. Dooks 03. Fota Island 04. Killarney 05. Lee Valley 06. Monkstown 07. Tramore 08. Waterville

“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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Contact Details Cobh Golf Club Marino Point, Cobh, Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4812399 info@cobhgolfclub.ie www.cobhgolfclub.ie

01. How to Find Coming from the Dublin Road, Turn left off the Dunkettle round about onto the Cork to Waterford N25 and follow directions as below.

Cobh

Coming from Cork or Waterford direction, Leave the N25 at exit to Cobh. Go through the roundabouts in direction Cobh and/or Fota Wildlife Park onto the R624. Travel 3 km (past the entrance to Fota Wildlife Park on right). Cross the Belvelly Bridge. Immediately turn right (staying on the R624). Follow the road for 2km. Entrance to the Golf Course is on the left side.

Cobh Golf Club is unique in that it remains the latest members owned club to be affiliated to the Golfing Union of Ireland. It enjoys a vibrant membership with a friendly welcoming atmosphere to guests and visitors alike.

The new course opened for full play in June 2009. This parkland style course is situated at Marino Point, and is 2 miles outside the picturesque town of Cobh in Cork Harbour.

It is an 18 hole championship standard golf course with USGA specification greens and a genuine Island Green at the par3 10th. The magnificent site at Marino is

located in an elevated position and offers stunning views of the inner harbour, the estuary and surrounding countryside.

Signature Hole Hole 10, Par 3, 167 Yards (Blue Tee) Located on the highest point of the golf course, with spectacular panoramic view, is every golfers dream (and nightmare), a Par 3 with an island green. The length of the hole is 170 metres from the back tee, but the drop down to the green is over 12 metres, so the hole plays much shorter than its length suggests. Additionally the green has plenty of gently sloping surrounds.

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

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6618 • 6250 • 6007 • 5494 (73) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

376

10

3

149

2

4

339

11

5

470

3

5

531

12

3

131

4

5

440

13

5

468

5

4

428

14

4

425

6

3

195

15

3

129

7

4

404

16

4

387

8

3

150

17

4

395

9

4

366

18

5

467

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Dooks Golf Club Glenbeigh Co Kerry Telephone: +353 (0)66 9768205 office@dooks.com www.dooks.com

02. How to Find

Dooks

Dooks Golf Club is very easy to find as it is situated on the famous Ring of Kerry Road, about 5 miles from Killorglin and two or three miles before you come to Glenbeigh, on the right hand side

Golf has been played in Dooks since 1889.

The golf links is set out on one of the three stretches of sand dunes at the head of Dingle bay. In the immediate foreground are the sand dune peninsulas of Rossbeigh and Inch and just a few miles away the whitewashed houses of Cromane fishing village provide an eye catching distraction.

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

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6586 • 6327 • 5979 • 5379 (72) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

373

10

5

529

2

4

311

11

3

167

3

4

359

12

4

354

4

3

167

13

3

156

5

4

438

14

4

392

6

5

470

15

4

329

7

4

452

16

4

357

8

3

170

17

4

392

9

5

493

18

4

418

South eastwards are the famed McGillycuddy’s Reeks, to the Southwest are the lovely cooms and hills of Glenbeigh and across the bay to the north are the Slieve Mish and Dingle mountains. A truly magical location for a stunning golf course.

Dooks Golf Links is not as exposed as some Irish courses and features and amazing variety of gorse, heather and wild flowers, the “gentle” wind is never far away and the narrow genuine sandy fairways and well contoured greens offer you a real taste of traditional golf at its very best.

Signature Hole: The 18th Par 4. An awesome par 4 into the prevailing wind. Drive over the hill towards the chimneys in the distance. From the top of the hill admire the vista while you prepare to hit a full shot to the green. For shorter drives lay up short of the dunes and chip close.

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

03. How to Find

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.

Facilities 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.

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

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.

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

Special Green Fee Rates available online at www.fotaisland.ie Groups & Societies Welcome with Special Tailor-made Packages

The travelling golfers ideal companion is also available online

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

04. 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 Hole Par

• MTS

Hole 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

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“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

Hole Par

• MTS

Hole 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 Hole Par

Killarney

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

• MTS

Hole 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”.

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

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Contact Details Lee Valley Golf & Country Club Clashnure, Ovens Co. Cork Telephone: 00 353 21 7331721 Email enquiries via website www.leevalleygcc.ie

05. How to Find

Lee Valley

From Cork City Area (East). Continue straight on N25 - N25 (Macroom, Killarney, West Cork). At Sarsfield Road Roundabout take the 2nd exit onto South Ring Road - N25 (South Ring West). At Bandon Road Roundabout take the 2nd exit onto N25 (South Ring West). Continue forward onto N22 (by-passing Ballincollig) until end of dual carriage way. Approx. 1 mile after dual carriage way ends turn right at the two pubs (Podsies, Dan Sheehan’s). Immediately veer right and travel approx. 1 mile, where the club will be located on your left hand side.

Renowned for its breathtaking scenery and overwhelming hospitality this family run Golf Club is a must for anyone visiting Cork. We pride ourselves in our attention to detail, quality of our product and service, ensuring that your experience is made truly special and unforgettable.

be the best in Munster, whilst the spectacular views really add to your overall enjoyment The Clashanure Bar and Restaurant will be delighted to look after your dining requirements, offering a full menu, available all day, including breakfast. Tee Times must be pre-booked and are subject to availability.

Lee Valley is an 18 Hole Championship Golf Course, designed by Ryder Cup star Christy O’Connor Jnr. This Cork Golf Course is unique in design. It is a parkland course but demands the skill of a links golf course due to ever changing wind conditions. Water is a prime feature on seven holes and the greens would arguably

Signature Hole: Hole 15 Par 5 - 535 yds.

It’s a daunting enough task to complete the “ring fort” corner but to face the sheer expanse of this par-5 hole is indeed a challenge. Strategically placed water gives the faint-hearted an option of playing well to the right of the well bunkeres green.

Lee Valley Golf & Country Club

Special Offer

Facilities Bar, Restaurant, Cottages, Bus Service, Airport Collections and Returns, 10th Tee Refreshment Shop, Putting Green, Pro Shop

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6817 • 6424 • 6096 • 5451 Hole Par

• YDS

Hole Par

• YDS

1

4

365

10

4

342

2

4

341

11

5

533

3

3

168

12

3

179

4

5

530

13

4

382

5

4

473

14

4

416

6

3

160

15

5

535

7

4

447

16

3

172

8

5

508

17

4

402

9

4

317

18

4

415

Book before the end of March 2011 Terms and conditions apply Pre booking is essential

2 nights Bed & Breakfast

Based on 4 people sharing @ €135.00 per person

2 rounds of golf

Based on 6 people sharing @ €125.00 per person

Complimentary pick up and drop off from Cork Airport, Train Station or Ferry Port

Contact Linda to make a reservation.

Telephone: 00 353 21 7331721

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

06. How to Find

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

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 5663 • 5370 Hole Par

• MTS

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

07. 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

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 • Hole Par

• MTS

Hole 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.

GOLF CLUB

Tuesday 4 Ball €25 p.p.

Including Grill. Visitors fourball (minimum 4 players).

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

08. 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.

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

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 7355 • 6810 • 6320 • 5346 (73) Hole Par

• YDS

Hole 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

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.

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.

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.

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Green Fees: Weekdays: €125/€150 p.p. Weekends: €170 p.p.

Contact our office for various golf packages available Early/Late Fees Monday - Friday before 9 am and after 4 pm €125 p.p.

Everyday: Bar/Snacks, Lunch, Dinner

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Charleville Golf Club Charleville Co. Cork Telephone: 063 81257 info@charlevillegolf.com www.charlevillegolf.com Adare Manor Golf Club Adare Co. Limerick Telephone: 061 605 274 golf@adaremanor.com www.adaregolfclub.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

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

Bandon Golf Club Castlebernard Bandon, Co.Cork Telephone: 023 8841111 enquiries@bandongolfclub.com www.bandongolfclub.com Bantry Bay Golf Club Bantry West Cork Co. Cork Telephone: 027 50579 info@bantrygolf.com www.bantrygolf.com

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

Cork Golf Club Little Island Co. Cork Telephone: 021 4353451 info@corkgolfclub.ie www.corkgolfclub.ie Dingle Golf Links Ballyferriter Tralee Co. Kerry Telephone: 066 9156255 dinglegc@iol.ie www.dinglelinks.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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Harbour Point Golf Club Clash Road Little Island, Cork Telephone: 021 4353094 golf@harbourpoint.ie www.harbourpoint.ie

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

Dundrum House Hotel, Golf Dundrum Cashel Co. Tipperary Telephone: 062 71717 golfshop@dundrumhouse.ie www.dundrumhousehotel.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

Dungarvan Golf Club Knocknagranagh Dungarvan Co. Waterford Telephone: 058 41605 dungarvangc@eircom.net www.dungarvangolfclub.com

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

Kilkee Golf Club East End Kilkee Co. Clare Telephone: 065 9056048 killkeegolfclub@eircom.net www.kilkeegolfclub.ie

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

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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 4292212 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 36379 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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TRAVEL

Golfing in France French golf holidays are extremely popular, particularly with travellers from Ireland. This is primarily a result of the outstanding golf courses that are littered all over the country, but a trip to France has so much added value.

Amazing culture, art, gastronomy, history and scenery are the foundations of France, and these attractions are extremely appealing, particularly for the non-golfers. With the advent of the Eurotunnel, the already well-known resort towns of Le Touquet and Hardelot, and their phenomenal golf courses, became even more accessible. Just a short drive inland are some superb golf resorts as well. These include, most notably, Chateau des Vigiers with its outstanding hotel and a superb championship 27.

Paris and its majestic surroundings are home to comprehensive resorts like Dolce Chantilly, and famous tracks such as Fontainebleau and Golf National, while heading west to Normandy, Brittany and the Western Loire, the coastline is dotted with charming courses and holiday towns. Trouville, Deauville and La Baule are perfect for a golf and beach holiday, especially if you like a bit of evening action, as they are crammed with restaurants, bars and the odd casino.

From the Atlantic coast to the warm shores of the Mediterranean, France’s South is a real favourite; great resorts and golf courses can be found around the fantastic cities of Biarritz and Bordeaux, while Provence and the Côte d’Azur are ideal for a golf holiday in the near-guaranteed sunshine. The French Alps have also emerged as a golfing destination, particularly with the focus on the LPGA Evian Masters, where the air is rarified and the views are unparalleled.

TRAVEL

The Dordogne Chateau des Vigiers The Golf Course Donald Steel, considered to be one of the very best “natural” golf course architects, created the unique 27 hole course in its enthralling setting amidst plum trees, oak woods, lakes and vineyards. Donald, who has contributed to many world-famous courses such as the Jubilee and Eden courses at St. Andrews as well as Chantilly in France, designed the course with the Château as its centrepiece with the 9th and 18th finishing off in front of the Château.

When asked by Golf World to name his favourite hole from his long career, Donald chose the eighteenth at Château des Vigiers, with its dogleg over a ridge for the second shot over the lake on to the green, in front of the Château. It was subsequently described in Golf World under the heading “Vintage Finale”.

With the addition of the new 9 hole course in early 2008, golfers now experience a much wider variety of playing conditions. The new 9 hole golf course “La Vallée” opened on the 1st April 2008, and integrates into the exisiting 18 hole course to form 3 new nine hole courses: “La Vallée”, “Le Lac”, “Les Vignes”. Golfers can now play three different configurations of 18 holes, each with different slopes (from 125 to 129). In addition, there are 2 training zones for chipping, bunkers or rolling, a covered range with targets from 50m to 200m and the 6 hole academy course (1035 m).

Château des Vigiers’ courses promote quick play and accessibility for higher handicaps.

However, the greens are frequently lightning fast and prove a test for any golfer.

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With strategic pin positions and longer rough, the course can be turned into a challenge for the best golfer. Indeed, one of their Members, Per Ulrik Johansson, who played for the winning European team in both the 1995 and 1997 Ryder Cup, took five years to get down from his initial score of 75 to 66, now the course record.

He adds “It is an interesting and enjoyable course with tough greens. There are a few really great holes and a lot of good ones.” John Bickerton, our Touring Pro in 2006 and 2007, equalled Per-Ulrik’s record of 66 in 2007.

French golf at its finest...

Souillac Golf & Country Club From almost every tee of Souillac Golf & Country Club’s beautiful course there are panoramic views of the surrounding French countryside. This is the only 18 hole golf course in the department of Lot (Midi-Pyrenees) and provides a truly fantastic golfing experience for golfers of all levels. The course, designed by golf course architect Jeremy Pern, is well known for its outstanding level of maintenance, with excellent greens and tree-lined fairways.

The official opening of the new 18 hole golf course took place in July 2003, under the watchful eyes of some of France’s most popular Rugby icons, also keen golfers, who came over from nearby Toulouse for the occasion.

Since then, the competitive teams of Souillac Golf & Country Club have started to spread their fame far beyond the Dordogne Valley and the South-West of France. Some of the club’s talented young golfers participated in the finals of the 2010 French national youth championship, with promising results. One young member of the club’s golf school has even been invited to join the Toulouse ‘Pôle d’Espoir’, an initiative from the French golfing

federation (FFG) to help prepare the golf champions of the future. On 4 and 5 June 2011, the club will once again be hosting the Mérite Régional des Jeunes des Midi-Pyrénées, a very important competition for young French golfers, with over 100 participants. In July the region’s older generation of golfers will gather at the club to battle it out for the Midi-Pyrenees Senior Golf Championship.

Souillac Golf & Country Club has become a very popular destination for French and international golf associations and societies in search of that ideal combination of leisurely golf and a great time. The local golf members are always happy to meet with other golf enthusiasts and to exchange tips and experiences. On 10,11 and 12 June 2011, the club will host the Joie de Vivre Privilege Tour for three days of fantastic golf and gourmet pleasures in the stunningly beautiful Dordogne Valley!

Chateau Les Merles Surrounding the Château, on the edge of the beautiful Liorac forest and the Bergerac vineyards, is a forty five acre estate which includes a three thousand meters, nine hole golf course par 35. This challenging and compact golf course provides excellent training for players of all standards. There are water hazards, bunkers and greens which are renowned as the best in the area.

Driving range, pitching area with practice bunker and separate putting green are all available at Golf Club Château les Merles.

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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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Volvo World Match Play Returns to Finca Cortesin, Spain

The Volvo World Match Play Championship returns to Finca Cortesin in Spain after a one year break with a revised format, ensuring even more top class match play jousting between the leading players.

The field size has increased from 16 to 24 players and will once again feature the round-robin group stages that worked so well in 2009. On that occasion it was Englishman Ross Fisher who landed the prestigious title, defeating American Anthony Kim in the final.

Prior to 2009 the Volvo World Match Play was held at Wentworth Club from 1964 through to 2007, with a list of champions reading like a who’s-who of golfing greats.

The Volvo World Match Play Championship

returns to Finca Cortesin in Spain after a one year break with a revised format, ensuring even more top class match play jousting between the leading players.

The field size has increased from 16 to 24 players and will once again feature the round-robin group stages that worked so well in 2009. On that occasion it was Englishman Ross Fisher who landed the prestigious title, defeating American Anthony Kim in the final. Prior to 2009 the Volvo World Match Play was held at Wentworth Club from 1964 through to 2007, with a list of champions reading like a who’s-who of golfing greats.

For more information visit: www.europeantour.com