Woodenbridge Golf Club

Tucked away in the Vale of Avoca in County Wicklow, Woodenbridge Golf Club is a valley course that looks great in photos but feels even better once you're on the tees. Founded in 1884, it is one of Ireland's older clubs, and the layout still wears that heritage with pride. The routing follows the Avoca and Aughrim Rivers, which converge in the middle of the back nine, so water is a feature you will notice from the first swing to the last putt. It's a layout that sits naturally in the landscape, which is exactly why it makes such an enjoyable walk and such a fair test.

This is a course that rewards thoughtful play over brute power. Tree-lined corridors and natural contours frame each hole, while the rivers bring real decisions off the tee and into the greens. You'll hit plenty of shots that ask you to shape the ball both ways, and the valley setting makes distance control just as important as direction. When the wind moves through the trees and along the water, club selection becomes part of the fun. Accuracy is your best friend here, which makes it a satisfying challenge for golfers of every standard. Around you, rolling Wicklow countryside brings a quiet you rarely find at busier venues.

Woodenbridge also fits beautifully into a wider Irish golf itinerary. With Wicklow and Wexford on the doorstep, it's an easy addition alongside the bigger names. If you're building a multi-round trip, our Golf Travel Specialists will stitch the courses and accommodation together, so all you have to do is show up and play.

Who is this for?
Couples, friends and societies who want a relaxed Irish parkland day out with genuine history, river-valley scenery and a welcoming feel, without the crowds or the formality.

Who is it best for?
Golfers who enjoy plotting their way round, value placement over power and want a hidden gem to sit alongside the big names on a Wicklow or Wexford golf break.