ring of kerry golf course on sunny day

Ring of Kerry Golf Club

Eddie Hackett

1998

18

73

6,718

Parkland

Eddie Hackett

1998

18

73

6,718

Parkland

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A tough course for professionals and novices alike. Despite this, the Ring of Kerry golf course is playable, and enjoyable, to players of all handicaps.

Ring of Kerry Golf Club is nestled between the Caha Mountains on the Beara Peninsula and MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland. Designed by Eddie Hackett, this sand-based, 18-hole championship course is a unique mix of parkland and links that were carved into the moors that used to occupy the land.

Although the golf course is hilly in places, the views you will have of Kerry and Kenmare Bay are worth every effort. The glorious mountain peaks form an ever-present backdrop that is best taken in from the 6th ‘Ladies View’ and 13th ‘An Neldin’ holes.

Highlights

Views from the 6th ‘Ladies View’ and 13th ‘An Neldin’ holes

Facilities

The Ring of Kerry clubhouse has all the amenities you expect from a top-level golf club. Its Pro shop stocks leading brands such as Ashworth, Lyle & Scott and Glenmuir, all of which bear the Ring of Kerry Golf Club logo.

Warm up before your game at the The Scoring Range practice facilities where you can hone your short-game skills.

Food & Drink

Visit the Clubhouse to unwind at the exclusive a la carte restaurant, Nua Vista, and fully-serviced bar. The spectacular views of the Ring of Kerry club grounds and course can only serve to further relax the weary visitor. The bar balcony at the Ring of Kerry golf club has some of the best views of any clubhouse in Ireland.

Map

Image gallery

aerial view of several holes at ring of kerry golf club
ring of kerry golf club sign in front of clubhouse
golf course with lake in background
Seaside course in Ireland.
Golf course along the Irish coast
ring of kerry golf club sign in front of clubhouse
golf course with lake in background
Seaside course in Ireland.
Golf course along the Irish coast

The local area

skellig michael
rossbeigh beach
part of the coastal drive along the ring of kerry ireland
derrynane house surrounded by trees
This country house was once owned by Irish independence advocate, Daniel O'Connell.

Things to do

The Ring of Kerry is famed for its unique mix of both natural beauty and rich historical charm. Any trips in the county will prove rewarding for any nature and history buff, and there is an almost limitless diversity of places to go to and things to do.

Off the coast of Kerry lie the forbiddingly impressive Skellig Michael Rocks. Rising from the Atlantic Ocean to an impressive 700 feet high, the rocks are home to vast colonies of seabirds. One of Ireland’s most westerly points, Valentia Island is an area of outstanding beauty, offering unparalleled views of the Kerry coastline.

Other areas of interest include the nearby town of Waterville’s Craft Market, Derrynane House, the stunning Rossbeigh Beach, the popular tourist trail Iveragh Peninsula, and the Ring of Kerry itself.

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