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GOLF CLUB

November 26, 2025
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Woodbrook Golf Club
Woodbrook Golf Club was established in 1921, by Sir Stanley Cochrane as his private club. Woodbrook was first affiliated to the Golfing Union of Ireland in 1926. Sir Stanley had previously indulged his enthusiasm for cricket at Woodbrook, a fact that is still reflected in the pavilion-style clubhouse and the cricket bell, which tolled the start and finish of play and now hangs in the bar. In olden days the Dublin-Bray train stopped at the club and in the early days of tournament golf, spectators alighted on the course. Although a flat course, the wind plays a most significant role. When it blows from the North, nine holes are affected, including three out of the last four. When it’s from the South, the tenth plus the par three eleventh, and the par five – 12th, 14th and 16th, all become very difficult long holes. A crosswind from the East affects almost every hole on the course and calls for shot making of the highest calibre. With its configuration of five par threes and five par fives, Woodbrook’s layout is unusual but, in the opinion of those who have played there, it is a championship course in every meaning of the word.
October 15, 2025
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Foxrock Golf Club
Ivan Morris in his book, Ireland’s Best 9 Hole Golf Courses, published in 2015, described Foxrock Golf Club as being in the Premier League of nine-hole courses with the best greens, best set of par-four holes, best short game area, and best clubhouse. He also noted that in 1971 there were 123 nine-hole courses registered with the Golfing Union of Ireland (GUI) and just 87 18-hole courses. In the intervening years, many of the nine-hole courses were expanded to 18 holes. In 2013 there were 85 nine-hole courses registered (50 built since 1971) so Foxrock Golf Club is one of only 35 courses that have survived intact since 1971. First impressions of Foxrock GC are that of a very well-presented golf course. Over the last eight years Ken Kearney the renowned Course Architect has undertaken some major course renovations and Improvements to Foxrock GC.
September 1, 2025
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Donaghadee Golf Club
Donaghadee welcomes players of all backgrounds and abilities as it celebrates 125 years of golf in 2024. Our Men’s, Ladies and Juvenile sections have enjoyed particular success over the years. All members have the benefit of an excellent practice academy, opened by Norman Drew in 2010. On the course and in the clubhouse, we pride ourselves on being a friendly, family, orientated golf club. Members’ visitors are also warmly welcomed. You don’t have to be a golfer to become a member. Situated on the North Down Coast, at the mouth of Belfast Lough, with stunning views across to the Copeland Islands; Donaghadee Golf Club was opened on the 28th July 1899. The original 9 Hole course was designed by Willie Fernie the famous Scottish professional who won the Open Championship in 1883 and was runner up on four other occasions. The current 18 hole par 71, which is part links part parkland opened in 1907. Here is what it would have looked like.
November 26, 2025
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The Island Golf Club
he Island Golf Club, founded in 1890, is a traditional private Members’ golf club with a proud history of upholding the best traditions of amateur golf. ​ Overlooked by the North County Dublin village of Malahide, the links is located in some of the most stunning dunes on the east coast of Ireland. It is also the sixth oldest golf club in Ireland and was ranked 10th in Irish Golfer’s Top 100 Courses in 2024. It enjoys a growing international reputation and currently hosts Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship and has hosted strokeplay qualifying for the British Amateur Championship in 2019. The Island Golf Club also hosted The Irish Amateur Open in 2023. The Island Golf Club is delighted to welcome visitors to play this beautiful but challenging links. Please contact the Club for bookings or use the link below.
August 20, 2025
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Belvoir Park Golf Club
Founded in 1927, and almost 100 years old, this Championship parkland course, which meanders through 163 acres of mature woodland, was designed by the famed course architect Harry S. Colt, who in 1929 laid out the plans for the famous Dunluce Links at Royal Portrush Golf Club, host of the 148th Open Championship in 2019. Belvoir Park Golf Club is situated just two miles from Belfast City Centre, and is within easy reach from both Belfast Airports, and easily accessible to the two famous Golf Clubs of Royal Portrush and Royal County Down. Belvoir Park Golf Club boasts a distinguished history having hosted The Irish Open, The Irish PGA, and The Irish Close.
October 15, 2025
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Corballis Links Golf Club
Welcome to Corballis Links, a course with a century-old history. A gem in the Irish Links family, with breath-taking coastal views along the North Dublin coastline, this special par-66 offers a unique golfing challenge to test all levels. The course has seen major improvements over the past couple of years particularly with four magnificent new holes being introduced along the coastline. The breathtaking views are always a welcoming distraction from the golfing challenge ahead and at the same time, fantastic enjoyment.