TIME TO TEE OFF Golf is back

TIME TO TEE OFF

With lockdown restrictions easing local golf courses have been able to allow members back on the green for the fi rst time in months... and just in time for the glorious spring weather!

The COVID-19 lockdown has been hard on us all, so it has been a great relief for sport lovers and golfers to be back out in the fresh air, safely enjoying some exercise with friends and family. With the next phase of coming out of lockdown just around the corner, it won’t be long until the golf clubs across Northern Ireland can open up their facilities completely to allow people to enjoy a meal in the club restaurants.

GIVE GOLF A GO:

Our top reasons for playing golf

- Social: Golf is a great social sport, which you can play alongside friends and chat as you play – not to mention popping into the club afterwards for lunch or a drink to make a day of it.

- Fresh Air: Getting out to play golf allows you to be out in the fresh air, which is a great way to reduce stress and boost your immune system.

- Scenery: We are very lucky in Northern Ireland to have some of the best golf courses in the world for their scenery. While you exercise you can take in the stunning views of the coast or the countryside.

- Brain power: Golf not only requires focus and concentration, but also a bit of maths is involved for working out scores. This is a great way to keep your brain in tip top condition.

A WARM WELCOME BACK TO THE COURSE

Ulster Tatler speaks to General Manager of Dunmurry Golf Club, Colin Adair.

“We were delighted to welcome our Members back on 1st April, the good weather has enabled a lot of golf to be played since our return and it is great to see so many smiling faces.

Our members have been very understanding in respect of the strict protocols under which we must operate to ensure safety for all. We are very much looking forward to entering in to Step 3 of The Recovery Plan when we hope to be able to open our hospitality side of the club.”

John McKee and Lady Captain Janice McKee.

DUNMURRY GOLF CLUB

The 18 hole course in leafy south Belfast recently invited members back to enjoy the spring sunshine and a long awaited round of golf with friends and fellow members.

Moira Quail and Ethel McNeill.

Hilary Brady and Julia Trinder.

Dunmurry Golf club professional Sam Brown and April Harrison.

Damien Overend and David Millar.

Martin McAuley and Ronnie Berry.

.Brendan McGoldrick and Paul Mulgrew.

Robin Arnold and Club Captain Noel Magill.

Brian and Noeleen Fitzgerald.

Margaret and Noel McGranaghan.

BALMORAL GOLF CLUB

Club members were welcomed back after a long lockdown wait to enjoy a round of golf amid the beautiful parklands at Balmoral Golf Club.

The sun was shining, the course looked pristine and members enjoyed the company of fellow golfers at the south Belfast club.

Camelia Bradley and Patricia Morgan.

Brian Donnelly, Joe Dunne, Seamus McPeake and John McCallin.

Monsignor Joe Chambers and Bill McCarron. Patricia Dowling and Pauline Kane.

Darren O’Neill and Kevin McKeown.

Gerard O’Neill senior and junior.

Aine Brown and Bernie Kerr.

Charlie McAteer and Sean Kane. Conor McCann and Brian Fitzgerald.

Jackie Bradley and Anne McAteer.

.Gerard Quinn and Ronan Duffy.

Tash Bamford and Noeleen Fitzgerald.

. Pauline McWilliams.

Lady Captain Jenny Bain. Noreen O’Hare.

ROCKMOUNT GOLF CLUB, CARRYDUFF

The 18 hole club in open parkland just eight miles south of Belfast city centre opened again in April to welcome returning club members to the picturesque and immaculate course again after the extended lockdown.

The family run club was preparing to celebrate its 25th anniversary in May 2020 but were unable to due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Patrick McKenna.

. Maire Donnelly.

Tony Wilson.

Alan Young, Joe Sweeney and John McConnell. Moya Sloan and Bernie Traill.

Simon Gray.

. Simon Gray.Philip Gray.

John Gribbon. John Gribbon and Alex Thompson.Alex Thompson.

. Ciara Agnew. . Noreen Mikhael.