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Set within the outstanding scenery of the Mount Juliet estate, the Jack Nicklaus designed golf course measures a monstrous 7,300 yards at its full length so; needless to say it can pose a big test of even the most talented player’s game. Characterised by undulating fairways, expansive water hazards, numerous bunkers and vast putting surfaces, Mount Juliet has a distinct American feel to it but when surrounded by such stunning countryside that is so quintessentially Irish, that is no bad thing.
The course was opened in 1991 by Nicklaus himself and the opening was marked with an exhibition match between the Golden Bear and Christy O’Connor Senior. The course is considered by many to be the best inland layout in the country with visitors being struck by an endless procession of exciting and memorable golf holes. Among the best is the 3rd hole, a glorious par-3 played downhill from an elevated tee to a green protected by a natural stream and a lake. To finish, golfers will have to negotiate a demanding par-4, which is threatened all along the left side by a massive water hazard.
As you would expect from a golf course that has hosted the world's 50 best golfers, the course is a bit of a monster from the tips but thanks to a number of well thought out tee locations on each hole, the handicap golfer can easily play it from a length that best suits their game.
Mount Juliet also boasts top-of-the-range practice facilities, including a 350-yard long two-tiered driving range and a three-hole Academy Course. The practice putting green is a particular highlight. An 18 hole, par 53 putting course complete with bunkers and water hazards should be enough to get your putting stroke in check before you take to the course!
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Jack Nicklaus |
| Opened for play | 1991 |
| Blue | 7,264 yards | SSS 75 |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,926 yards | SSS 73 |
| Green | 6,554 yards | SSS 73 |
| Yellow | 6,286 yards | SSS 72 |
| Red | 5,554 yards | SSS 73 |
Irish Open history at Mount Juliet
Mount Juliet has held the Irish Open a total of five times, three between 1993-95 and twice more in 2021 and 2022.
| Year | Winner | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Adrian Meronk | Poland | -20 |
| 2021 | Lucas Herbert | Australia | -19 |
| 1995 | Sam Torrance | Scotland | -11 |
| 1994 | Bernhard Langer | Germany | -13 |
| 1993 | Nick Faldo | England | -12 |