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K I L L A R N E Y

G O L F & F I S H I N G C L U B

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club is one of Ireland’s best known historical parkland golf courses situated in the hear t of the Killarney National Park Established in 1893, this famous Irish golf club is beloved amongst its members, Irish golfers as well as golfers f rom around the world. Renowned for its two 18-hole championship courses, Killeen and Mahony ’s Point and the club’s prestigious histor y makes it a “ must play ” for ever y golfer visiting Killarney The club has hosted the Irish Open four times and the Ladies Irish Open twice.

K i l l een

The Killeen course is the club's challenging 18 hole, 7,250 yards, par 72 golf course. The Irish Open was played on Killeen in 1991, 1992, 2010 and 2011. It's signature hole, the 10th has the grand Lough Leane as a backdrop A beautiful and challenging par 3, with a tempting island green enticing the golfer to making a daring swing for the pin, while avoiding the water hazard to the f ront.

M a h o ny ’s Po i nt

Mahony ’s Point is the club’s oldest 18 hole, 6,780 yards, par 72 golf course that offers spectacular views of the famous Killarney lakes overlooked by the McGillycuddy Reeks mountain range. The f inal three holes are breath-taking as you play towards the lake. The magnif icent 18th hole, a par 3 of nearly 200 yards that requires a huge carr y across the corner of the lake, has been described as “one of the most memorable holes in golf ” .

G o l f A c a d e m y

Our experienced PGA Professional, Mark Heinemann and Assistant Professional, Padraig Maher are available for private and group lessons which offer comprehensive coaching programmes for golfers of all abilities. Swing analysis and club f itting are also offered at the Golf Academy using the latest technology. To book a lesson, email academy@killarneygolfclub.ie or call Mark on 087 220 9663 or Padraig on 083 015 405.

D r i v i n g R a n g e & T h e A c a d e m y C o u r s e

An ideal place to hone your skills and develop your golf game, there are indoor and outdoor driving bays with facilities floodlit in the evening. There are also shor t game areas boasting a large putting green, chipping greens and practise bunkers. The Academy course is the club's 9-hole course with a classic par 36 with two par 3's, two par 5's and f ive par 4's. The course offers a variety of tee boxes for all skill levels.

B a r & R e s t a u r a n t

The Truffle Honey restaurant located in the main clubhouse caters to golfers and visitors 7 days a week throughout the summer. With panoramic views of the Killarney National Park, the restaurant boasts the Horseshoe bar and ample restaurant dining areas including outdoor dining terraces overlooking the golf course. Appetizing and varied breakfast, lunch and dinner options are prepared f resh daily. To book a table, contact the restaurant on 064-6631034 (Ext 5) or email restaurant@killarneygolfclub.ie.

B o o k & P l a y G o l f

Visitors can book to play golf at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club easily by either phoning the Reser vations team on +353 64 663 1034 (Ext 2), by emailing reser vations@killarneygolfclub.ie or booking online via the club's website wwww.killarneygolfclub.ie/online-booking. Golf Ireland rates offered for GUI golfers.

The town is surrounded by natural beauty, including the Killarney National Park, which is perfect for hiking and taking in the fresh air. The town also has several wellness centres, offering a range of services from massages to yoga and meditation classes. Visitors can also indulge in the town’s famous spa treatments, which use natural ingredients and are designed to soothe the mind and body. With its focus on wellness and rejuvenation, Killarney is a town that’s dedicated to helping visitors find inner peace and relaxation.

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Navé Yoga’s teaching style is a Vinyasa Flow of Hatha Yoga.

With this as the foundation of all of our classes, we teach Hatha Yoga, different levels of Vinyasa Flow, Ashtanga Yoga, meditation classes, children’s yoga and pregnancy yoga. Personal yoga tuition, corporate yoga and yoga for sports teams are also available on request. Navé Yoga provides a range of yoga classes where you can practice in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment with a variety of flexible classes and qualified experienced yoga teachers to choose from, something for everyone. Navé Yoga holds regular workshops and retreats in Killarney and beyond, to enable you to deepen and further your yoga practice.

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The spa at The Killarney Park is a space in which to immerse yourself in tranquillity, well-being and exceptional service.

The spa features eight private treatment suites and a specially designed caldarium. Our treatments and services have all been thoughtfully created for everyone to enjoy, with a commitment to help you achieve your wellness goals. Swim laps in our restful and relaxing 20-metre indoor pool, unwind in our outdoor hot tub, bubble pool, sauna and steam room. Our leisure suite will sweep away the stresses of daily life and bring balance to the body, mind and soul.

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