Known as the garden of Ireland, Wicklow contains outstanding and breathtaking scenery of mountains, valleys, lakes and coastlines. Not alone is it famous for outstanding vistas, it is also a highly acclaimed golf destination with an abundance of playing opportunities for the golf traveller.
Bray Golf Club
Bray Golf Club is a magnificent USGA-standard parkland course, set in nearly 200 acres, combining stunning scenery with a classic layout. The course has been in play for a little over 3 years and was designed by Des Smyth and Declan Brannigan. Described as a striking example of modern design with old style golfing values, Bray provides the perfect environment for all golfers.
Tel: 01 2763200
Web: http://www.braygolfclub.com/
Charlesland Golf Club
A true surf and turf style test of golf, designed by one of Ireland’s most celebrated and prolific course designer Eddie Hackett, this course is a challenging but fair test of golf. A magnificent 7000 yard championship course which skirts the Irish Sea for the best part of the front nine, the home run is as true parkland.
Tel: 01 2878200
Web: http://www.charlesland.com/
Delgany Golf Club
Recently remodelled with sand based greens to USPGA specifications, Delgany Golf Course is surrounded by beautiful wooded countryside and breathtaking scenery, with hill and sea views
Tel: 01 287 4536
Web: http://www.delganygolfclub.com/
Glen of the Downs Golf Club (Preferential Rates apply)
USPGA Specification golf course. Stunning location
Tel: 01 287 6240
Web: http://www.glenofthedowns.com/
Greystones Golf Club
Founded in 1895, Greystones is one of Ireland’s longest established golf courses. It is adjacent to the Wicklow Mountains and offers wonderful panoramas of Dublin Bay.
Tel: 01 287 4136
Web: http://www.greystonesgc.om/
Powerscourt Golf Club(Preferential Rates apply)
From the moment you drive through the gates of Powerscourt you are immediately overwhelmed by the splendour of the 1000-acre estate. Including a 36-hole golf course and clubhouse with a warm and friendly atmosphere and stunning balconies that overlook each of the 18th greens
Tel: 01 204 6033
Web: http://www.powerscourt.ie/
Rathsallagh Golf Club
Designed by Christy O Connor Jnr & Peter McEvoy this golf course has rapidly taken its place as one of the top golf courses in Ireland. Home to important domestic tournaments, many regard Rathsallagh as the best parkland course in Ireland. Measuring 7200 yards from the Medal Tees, Rathsallagh is one of the best laid out courses you could play, several lakes and small streams meander their way across the fairways creating a USPGA feel about the design. The undulating countryside creates the perfect golf terrain which proves a great test for golfers but is fair to all.
Tel: 045 403316
Web: http://www.rathsallagh.com/