The Championship Course is renowned for its traditional links layout and is praised by top amateurs and professionals as being “The fairest test of championship links golf in Ireland”. There aren’t many surprises when you play Portmarnock, the course is very much in front of you, with good shots rewarded and bad shots punished in most cases, making it a favourite amongst elite players. The course consists of three loops of nine holes, a great excuse to extend your day to include even more golf!
Portmarnock has a rich history of hosting prestigious tournaments, including the first Irish Open in 1927, and has hosted the event 19 times in total. Other notable events include the British Amateur Championship in 1949 and 2019, the Walker Cup in 1991, and the Canada Cup in 1960.
The club’s facilities complement the world-class golfing experience with a classy clubhouse and quality dining facilities, make sure you allocate some time to spend in the clubhouse at Portmarnock!
