The majestic woodland, lakes, burns, walls and ruins of the Castle Dargan estate were presented to Darren Clarke as the backdrop for his fantastic golf course design, which is the perfect reflection of the amazing natural surroundings.
Castle Dargan Golf Club
Rather than imposing his ideas on the site, Clarke allowed the character of the local terrain to dictatespawning holes of amazing beauty and great challenge. County Sligo is blessed with many great championship links courses, but Clarke has sought to redress the high quality parkland layouts with Castle Dargan.
Built in accordance with USGA construction principles, the course is maintained in first class condition by an army of ground staff, and is playable for golfers of all standards. From the championship markers, Castle Dargan is around 6,800 yards, which is quite short for a modern build, but there it has enough teeth to challenge even the best.
This new star is a welcome addition to the County Sligo landscape, providing the ideal balance between the region’s array of terrific coastal courses – be sure to include Darren Clarke’s excellent course in your next escape to this charming corner of the Emerald Isle.
Accommodation at Castle Dargan Hotel, Golf & Spa
The Castle Dargan Hotel offers outstanding accommodation to golf and leisure visitors to County Sligo, placing great emphasis on the quality of every individual stay. The style fuses the traditional values of hospitality with all the necessary modern facilities, ensuring the utmost comfort.
Your golf tour in County Sligo will be based in one of Castle Dargan’s excellent 4* hotel rooms, all of which are complete with down duvets and pillows, in addition to direct dial telephones, broadband internet access, digital television and tea/coffee making facilities.
Views of the stunning estate add to the fantastic experience of your stay at Castle Dargan, which can be at the heart of a memorable golf tour in County Sligo.
The Icon Spa is Sligo’s first Destination Medi facility, offering a complete sensory delight thanks to its menu of indulgent treatments. The extensive hydrotherapy experience may be the highlight of the terrific complex, combining the healing benefits of water in a thermal journey.
The Hall Door is the signature restaurant at the Castle Dargan Hotel – specialities include fish dishes utilising the finest catch from the nearby Atlantic coast.
At the Middleton Bar you can enjoy views of the golf course, as well as a well deserved drink.
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