The Course
Oughterard Golf Club is a charming and challenging course set in tranquil parkland between Lough Corrib to the East and the Connemara Mountains to the North and North West. The Golf Club is renowned for its hospitality and is an ideal venue to include on a golfing holiday in the West of Ireland.
Background
Oughterard Golf Club was founded in 1974 as a nine hole course which was extended to an 18 hole course in 1988.
In 1997 major reconstruction works were carried out which included the lengthening of many of the holes, the creating of many features including lakes, ponds and rockeries and the construction of the new club house facility. This has resulted in transforming Oughterard Golf Club into one of the most challenging golf courses in the region.
The Course was originally owned by the Willis Family but in 1986 the Members reached an agreement with the Willis Family to purchase the course.
Designer
English Architect, Commander Harris. In 1997 Mr. Paddy Merrigan, re-designed the course and 18 new greens and tee boxes were constructed to USGA specifications.
Length
5477 metres (Mens), 4957 metres (Women) Our Scorecard gives details of the holes including the name, the length and the difficulty, for both men and Women.
Par
70 (Men), 71 (Women)
SSS Course Rating
70
Description
The course is best described as a Parklands course. It comprises of 18 championship holes that are lined with mature native Irish trees, including Oak, Hazel and Birch. It is an excellent test of golf, with numerous water features, sand bunkers etc. that are strategically placed to protect the par of the course.
The course is situated between Lough Corrib to the East and the Connemara Mountains to the North and North West to give a truly spectacular setting.
Opening Hours
- Office Hours are 9am - 5pm
- Clubhouse Hours are 8am to close
- Restaurant closes at 9pm
New Member Special Offer
Club announces significant reduction in entry fee for new members for 2012. Read more.
