Favourite Hole: The par three 17th measures 198 yards
from the white tees. It is all carry over water, reeds
and marsh to a green set in trees.
What's in the Bag? With such a sparkling variety of
holes, don’t let your ego get the better of you.
Dromoland Castle
This is a stunning parkland in Co. Clare, and a sweet foil to the
links of Lahinch and Doonbeg. Set in over 400 acres of mature
woodland, the course rumbles over open rolling pasture, through
the dense trees and brings natural lakes (with Special Areas of
Conservation) and streams into play constantly. It is the full, five
star parkland package with super quality and the kind of back
nine that enthralls and terrifies in equal measure… the pretty and
driveable par four 15th is followed by the brutally tough Index 1
16th. The magnificent 16th century baronial castle presides over
it all. Stand on the par three 7th tee and you’ll have the green
far below you and the castle serving as a stunning backdrop. It’s
the shot of the day. The resort also has a state-of-the-art golf
academy.
www.dromolandgolf.com
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