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Best Golf Courses in North West Ireland

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✍️ Sam Brooks | ⏰ 8 min read

Best Golf Courses in North West Ireland

An Experts Guide to Golf in North West Ireland

Planning the perfect golf break in North West Ireland? You've come to the right place. This comprehensive guide showcases the region's finest courses, from brand-new championship layouts to lovingly restored classics, all set against some of Ireland's most stunning coastal scenery.

Our golf travel experts have played every course featured here, from the awe-inspiring dunes of Tom Doak's St Patrick's Links at Rosapenna to the strategic challenges of County Sligo's Harry Colt design. Whether you're seeking the ultimate test at Ballyliffin's 7,400-yard Glashedy Links or the hidden charm of courses like Portsalon and Strandhill, we've curated the experiences that make North West Ireland a must-visit destination for serious golfers.

Courses you should be playing when visiting North West Ireland
Rosapenna - St Patricks Links
Co. Sligo Golf Club
Ballyliffin Golf Club (Glashedy Links)
Carne Golf Links
Enniscrone
Narin & Portnoo Links
PGA National Ireland Slieve Russell
Donegal Golf Club
Strandhill Golf Club
Portsalon Golf Club

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Rosapenna - St Patricks Links

<p>St Patrick's Links, situated on the Atlantic coast, is an awe-inspiring golf course. Crafted by the renowned Tom Doak and nestled amidst vast dunes, bordered by towering cliffs on one side and Sheephaven Bay on the other, it is set apart from any other course in Ireland or beyond.</p> <p>Each hole is adorned with imposing bunkers, while certain fairways offer breathtaking vistas that stretch for endless miles. Undoubtedly, St Patrick's Links is poised to gain well-deserved acclaim as one of Europe's premier links golf courses.</p> <p><a href="/rosapenna-golf-hotel">More info on Rosapenna &gt;&gt;</a></p> <table><thead> <tr> <th>Rosapenna St Patricks Links facts</th> <th></th> </tr> </thead><tbody> <tr> <td><strong>Location</strong></td> <td>Donegal, Ireland</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Length</strong></td> <td>6,930 yards</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Par</strong></td> <td>72</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Designed by</strong></td> <td><a href="https://www.yourgolftravel.com/golf-architects/tom-doak-golf-courses">Tom Doak</a></td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Established</strong></td> <td>2021</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <blockquote> <p><em>"The layout is world-class and the scenery is breathtaking but the most important thing is that the course is incredibly fun."</em><br> <strong>Tom (UK &amp; Ireland Team: Handicap 6)</strong></p> </blockquote> <p>Call <strong><a href="tel:+448000436644">0800 043 6644</a></strong> to speak to Tom about playing this course.</p>

PGA National Ireland Slieve Russell

<p>Situated within a splendid 300-acre property, which encompasses 50 acres of picturesque lakes, the renowned 18-hole championship course at Slieve Russell seamlessly integrates the stunning lakes and rolling hills of County Cavan's landscape.</p> <p>The course presents a formidable challenge for even the most skilled players, stretching over 7,000 yards from the championship tees. However, it caters to players of all abilities with its various teeing areas, ensuring an enjoyable round for everyone.</p> <p><a href="/slieve-russell-hotel">More info on PGA National Ireland Slieve Russell &gt;&gt;</a></p> <table><thead> <tr> <th>PGA National Ireland Slieve Russell facts</th> <th></th> </tr> </thead><tbody> <tr> <td><strong>Location</strong></td> <td>Co. Cavan, Ireland</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Length</strong></td> <td>7,001 yards</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Par</strong></td> <td>72</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Designed by</strong></td> <td>Paddy Merrigan</td> </tr> <tr> <td><strong>Established</strong></td> <td>1992</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <blockquote> <p><em>"The course's defining characteristics are its two expansive lakes, interconnected by a flowing stream. Unsurprisingly, water poses a hazard on several holes, adding an extra layer of difficulty to your game."</em><br> <strong>Sam (UK &amp; Ireland Team: Handicap 1)</strong></p> </blockquote> <p>Call <strong><a href="tel:+448000436644">0800 043 6644</a></strong> to speak to Sam about playing this course.</p>

More About Sam

Handicap: 4
Favourite Course: Old Head
My 'Expert' areas: St Andrews or Dublin
Best trip I've done: St Andrews Old Course, Kingsbarns & Dumbarnie Links
Where my next trip is to: Augusta to watch The Masters with my Dad

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