Established
Enniscrone Golf Club was established in 1918. Located in County Sligo, Ireland, the club is renowned for its stunning links course, which is set along the Atlantic coastline and offers breathtaking views of Killala Bay
Course Layout
An 18-hole, par 72 course that spans 6,887 yards from the back tees. The course is known for its variety of hole designs and natural features, with many holes playing through natural sand dunes and along the coastline
Location & Conditions
The location and climate play a significant role in shaping the course, making it an exciting and challenging venue for golfers from around the world. Located in County Sligo, a region known for its rich history, natural beauty, and outdoor recreational activities. The area is often referred to as "Yeats Country", as it was the home of the famous poet W.B. Yeats, whose poetry was inspired by the surrounding landscape. The club itself is near the town of Enniscrone, which lies along the shores of Killala Bay. coastal climate influenced by its location along the Atlantic Ocean. This results in relatively mild weather, although the conditions can be changeable due to the wind and frequent rain.
Course Overview
Enniscrone Golf Club is located in County Sligo, a region known for its rich history, natural beauty,
Proximity to Major Cities:
- Sligo Town: The town of Sligo is about a 25-minute drive from the golf course and is the closest city. Sligo is a vibrant cultural hub, known for its historic sites, galleries, and restaurants.
- Dublin: The course is about 3 hours by car from Dublin, making it an easily accessible destination for international golfers traveling through the capital.
Killala Bay: The course overlooks Killala Bay, which is a shallow inlet of the Atlantic Ocean. The bay’s proximity adds to the natural beauty of the course, and the coastal winds and sea air influence the playability of the course, particularly along the front nine holes that run close to the shoreline.
The original Enniscrone Golf Club course was established in 1894 as a 9-hole layout, with the initial design attributed to Tom Simpson, a renowned golf course architect from England
While the original course was established in the late 19th century, it was in the 1980s and 1990s that Enniscrone truly began to evolve into the world-class facility it is today.
Designers – Eddie Hackett & Perry Dye:
- Eddie Hackett (1931-2006), one of Ireland’s most respected golf course architects, played a major role in the modern development of the course. He was responsible for reworking and expanding the Enniscrone Golf Club course during the 1980s and 1990s.
- Hackett’s contribution transformed Enniscrone into an 18-hole championship layout. His designs are noted for their integration with the natural landscape, and Hackett used the sand dunes, coastal hazards, and wide fairways to create a challenging and visually stunning course.