North West Ireland is a popular golf destination for traveling golfers with more than 0 golf courses - from golf course designers like - Royal Portrush Dunluce Links features two Open Championships (1951, 2019) and will host again in 2025; open to nonmembers with handicap. Royal County Down, ranked among top global courses, cohosted the Irish Open and is praised by many top pros. Ballyliffin Golf Club (Old and Glashedy Links) hosted the 2018 Irish Open and offers sweeping Atlantic vistas. Rosapenna StPatrick's Links, designed by Tom Doak, is ranked top 40 in the UK & Ireland and offers world-class links golf. County Sligo Golf Club (Rosses Point) hosts the West of Ireland Championship and is a classic championship test. Enniscrone Golf Club is a top 20 Ireland layout with dramatic dunes and ocean views. Narin & Portnoo Links features a modern redesign by Gil Hanse and is considered a rising star in Irish links golf. Cruit Island Golf Club is a quirky ninehole course with cliffside play and stunning Atlantic backdrops. Portstewart Strand Course hosted the 2017 Irish Open and offers 54 holes total within the club.. North West Ireland offers golf packages for buddies trips, couples getaways and golfers looking to play top notch golf courses in .
Best Golf and Travel Times To North West Ireland:
Peak Season: Spring (April to June) and Fall (September to October) offer mild temperatures and excellent linksstyle conditions.
Shoulder Season: Early July and late August can be pleasant, though occasional Atlantic showers may occur.
Not Recommended: Winter (November to February) due to strong winds, rain, and limited daylight.
Must Play Courses in North West Ireland:
Rosapenna, Ballyliffin, Carne, Enniscrone
Top North West Ireland Attractions:
Harbourview Hotel in Portrush offers whiskeythemed stays and golf-friendly amenities.
Bushmills Distillery on the Causeway Coast offers guided tours and tasting experiences.
Giant's Causeway is a mustsee UNESCO World Heritage site near Portrush.
Benone Beach features a mobile sauna and long sandy stretches perfect for recovery after golf.
Rosses Point and Strandhill near Sligo offer surf schools, local pubs, and lively Irish seaside charm.
Portstewart and Portrush host the North West 200 motorcycle races in May, an exciting spectator event.
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