After two years spent in the tranquil and breathtaking surrounds of the Killarney Golf & Fishing Club and the wonderful Killeen Course, the Irish Open is heading north to one of the best golf courses, not just in Ireland, but in the world; Royal Portrush.
Originally conceived in 1888, the current layout at Royal Portrush exists thanks to a 1947 redesign by none other than Harry S. Colt; one of the premier golf course designers in the game’s history. Bordered by towering dunes that typify the coastline of County Antrim, Royal Portrush is a traditional links in every sense of the word; not overly long by modern standards, the course is totally exposed to the elements and thus the difficulty of the course is often dependent on the local conditions, which can change in a heartbeat!
Royal Portrush is the only golf course outside of England and Scotland to have been given the honour of hosting the Open Championship so it certainly has championship pedigree and while it is a far cry from the tranquil surrounds of Killarney and the majestic MacGillycuddy Reeks, it is sure to thrill the masses who make the trip to Northern Ireland to watch the world’s top players toil with one of the world’s best courses.
For your chance to experience the magic if the Irish Open and of course the majesty of Royal Portrush, contact Your Golf Travel now to enquire about our variety of ticket and hospitality options.
