County Down, Ireland
Royal County Down Golf Club
Course Highlight
A top-ranked world-class course that has hosted several major events, including the 2015 Irish Open. The 9th hole is a famous 486-yard par-4 featuring spectacular dunes and a challenging fairway.
Tournament History
Irish Open (1928, 1935, 1939, 2015), Senior British Open (2000, 2001, 2002), Walker Cup (2007)
About the Course
Royal County Down Golf Club is one of the top-ranked courses in the world, consistently appearing high in various rankings. Situated between the Mountains of Mourne and Dundrum Bay, the course offers breathtaking natural scenery. It has hosted several major events, including the 2015 Irish Open, the Walker Cup, and the British Ladies Amateur Championship. The course is known for its challenging fairways, thick heather, and iconic 'bearded' bunkers. The 9th hole, a famous 486-yard par-4 with a fairway winding through the dunes, is one of the most photographed holes in golf.