Ring of Kerry Golf Club

The architectural brief was to design a 'world class' golf course that would challenge competent and experienced players from the back tees, yet be playable and enjoyable for the average handicap player from middle and forward teeing areas. The brief also included that the golf course be to a standard capable of hosting professional golf events, both Irish and European. ​ After arriving at the elevated clubhouse, the first look back down the mountain reveals a breathtaking scene - the fairways and greens are superbly manicured, the bunkers are well maintained and raked, and you are in for a serious test of Irish golf. By definition, Ring of Kerry is a heathland course, but there are hybrid elements to it. The turf has a links-like firmness. The mounding, contours and rocky clusters on the fairways and in the rough, along with nasty patches of gorse and tall grass (typical of links golf courses), make the layout unusual. Add to that the mountain feel of the place.