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FERMOY GOLF CLUB

Established in 1892 , this wooded course represents a challenging test for both the expert and the novice golfer . The newly refurbished clubhouse and restaurant overlook the rolling course and countryside . Corrin Hill is a focal point for the area with its commanding stone cross at its summit .
Situated on the sunny south facing slopes of Corrin Hill and set in a glorious profusion of natural heather and gorse , it offers a varied and interesting challenge to experienced and occasional golfers alike . The course commands a breath-taking view of the Blackwater Valley . Located just outside Fermoy town , the golf course is just a 20 minute drive from Cork city on the Cork - Dublin Road .
Fermoy Golf Club , Corrin Hill , Fermoy , Co . Cork , Ireland Tel : + 353 ( 0 ) 25 32694 | Email : fermoygolfclub @ eircom . net | Website : www . fermoygolfclub . ie

CARLOW GOLF CLUB

Opening in 1899 , Carlow Golf Club is home to the 18 hole Deerpark Championship course , which is regularly regarded as one of the finest parkland courses in Ireland . It is the unique , natural landscape that remains dry all year round that makes Carlow an ideal club for visiting golfers .
Ryder Cup star Christy O ’ Connor Junior once described Carlow ’ s 16th as the finest 16th hole in the country , describing our course as one “ not to be missed ”.
The Club offers excellent facilities , including a practice range , practice putting green , our own club professional , a fully stocked golf shop , clubhouse bar and restaurant with a private members bar and snooker rooms . For a leisurely round , the club also has the Oak Park 9-hole course , an enjoyable ‘ pay and play ’ course for visitors .
Tel : + 353 ( 0 ) 59 9131695 Email : info @ carlowgolfclub . ie Web : www . carlowgolfclub . ie 12 Destination Golf . TRAVEL