Guide to Golfing in Co Donegal, Ireland - a
must for
keen golfers with 12 golf courses to choose from
The dramatic County Donegal landscape ensures a memorable days
golfing with many courses situated on the coast and offering breathtaking views
of sea, mountains and rugged countryside.
Championship Courses, 18 Hole Courses and Links - there is
something to suit golfers of all ages and abilities. So whether you enjoy a
serious round of golf or are a relative novice.
1. Donegal Golf Club - Donegal Golf Club on the Murvagh,
6836 yds, peninsula in Donegal Bay, hence it is generally known as Murvagh, just
six miles from Donegal Town, one mile off the N15 on the south side. The links
is isolated from the outside world by a forest of evergreens washed on one side
by the great Atlantic Ocean and with a panoramic view of the Bluestack
Mountains.
www.donegalgolfclub.ie phone 074 97 34054
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2. Bundoran Golf Club - An excellent 18 hole, 6123 yds,
course laid out in two 9 holes loops with the ninth and eighteenth greens close
to the clubhouse. The course which is for the most part undulating is
picturesquely situated commanding at all parts splendid views of Donegal bay and
the mountains piled up inland.
www.golfeurope.com/clubs/bundoran phone 071 98 41302
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3. Sligo Golf Club - The present Championship links was
designed in 1927 by the famous golfing architect, Harry S. Colt, with a variety
of holes to create a test for the very best golfers. Over the years legendary
players such as Walter Hagen, Bobby Locke, Henry Cotton, Tom Watson, Nick Faldo
and Darren Clarke have made the pilgrimage to this classic course that lies
under the imposing shadow of Ben Bulben. Peter Aliss described this fascinating
links course as "a tremendous test for the highest quality player abd great fun
for the modest competitor and one which stands at the verty top of great Irish
Golf Courses. "
www.countysligogolfclub.ie Phone 071 91 77134
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4. Castle Hume Golf Club - 18 hole, 6,700 yd, Par 72,
Championship Course which hosted the Ulster PGA in 1996, 1997 & 1998. Parkland
course, 3-1/2 miles north of Enniskillen. Best days for visitors: any day Bar,
light snacks. Pool table, darts, practice fairway.
www.castlehumegolf.com phone 048 66 327076
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5. Enniskillen Golf Club - The eighteen hole, 6111 yds,
par 71 parkland course provides a challenge to golfers of all abilities. Mature
oak and beech trees, some over 100 years old, line the narrow fairways. The
opening "Road Hole" has been described by many as the most intimidating starting
hole they have played. Although the opening nine holes have been in existence
for only fifteen years, trees and shrubbery are well matured and will cause some
golfers the occasional problem.
www.enniskillengolfclub.com phone 048 66 325250
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6. Ballybofey Golf Club - Established fourty-six years.
This course offers a challenge of all standards. 18 holes, 5870 yds, set in the
Finne Valley Tree Lines Park Land with its feature hole 16th set on the shore of
Lough Alaan. Ideal course for Holiday Golf in Donegal. phone 074 91 31093
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7. Narin And Portnoo Golf Club - One of Irelands true
Links Courses, 5820 yds, situated in the West Donegal Coast with paroramic views
of the Atlantic Ocean and Arranmore Island. The Narin, Portnoo Beach lies on the
other side of the Sand Dunes along the 2nd nine. While the course is short avery
club in the bag is needed to reach the greens in reputation. The course is
located in the seaside resort of Narin. phone 074 91 25185
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8. Letterkenny Golf Club - Letterkenny Golf Club has a
beautiful 18 hole, 6239 yards, Par 70 Parkland Championship course. The course
takes advantage of natural variences of elevation with four holes wrapped around
the banks of Lough Swilly and the "top seven" holes affording the golfer a
panoramic view of the Lough-side and the picturesque garland hills and wooded
countryside. Nestled withing 147 acres of tranquil bliss the golfer's game will
be shared with no-one but nature and its splendid beauty. phone 074 91 21150
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