Warrenpoint Golf Club
At a glance Type of course: Parkland Length of course in yards: 6173 Par: 71
The club is very proud of its record in producing great amateur golfers over the years as well as titles. 20 All-Ireland titles have been won by Warrenpoint Golf Club since 1981. This attractive parkland course is set in part of the luxurious Hall Estate, home to Narrow Water Castle - the inspiration for the club badge. The clubhouse enjoys views of the Cooley Mountains of County Louth and the estuary of Carlingford Lough. Over 6000 yards, this course demands a high degree of accuracy and will test the golfer’s shot-making capabilities. The par 4 7th ‘Slieve Foy’ is regarded as the signature hole, requiring a long high tee shot to get over the fir plantation. Two mature beech
Best days for visitors to play: Mon, Thurs, Fri and Sun
trees guard the approach to the well protected green. Extremely tight driving down a corridor of trees on the 12th and a green with danger all round on the 13th are great tests for even the most skilled.
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A number of club members have represented Ireland & Great Britain in the Walker Cup and Curtis Cup teams. Ronan Rafferty, who is now a golf commentator and analyst, was a Dunhill Cup winner and played in the Ryder Cup.
Main Map Reference E5, 35 Lower Dromore Road, Warrenpoint, County Down, BT34 3LN Tel: +44 (0) 28 4175 3695 E-mail: office@warrenpointgolf.com
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Did you know? Warrenpoint Golf Club completed a historic feat in 1987 when they won 5 All-Ireland Titles in the one year. The club also hosted a Ladies European Tour Event in 2003, won by Sophie Gustafson, and has just celebrated their 125th Anniversary in 2018. 49
