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The links and parklands which form the golf courses in the west of Ireland are extensions of a superb, naturally beautiful landscape which, together with the generous acreage enjoyed by the clubs and courses, constitute a most exciting golfing challenge.

Roscommon Golf Club is located on rolling pastures adjoining the old Mote Park estate and boasts an 18 hole championship course of outstanding merit. The new 6,290 metre course, situated within half a mile of the town, looks like maturing into one of the very best parkland courses in Ireland. A par 71 course with a number of very testing holes, it features man-made lakes on the tricky 13^th and multi-tiered greens which have been constructed with the very latest technology to give an all-weather surface. The Club always boasted an excellent practice fairway which has been retained in the new development. Included in the development programme was the installation of a state of the art irrigation system to all eighteen greens. The Club has a proud record of achievement, having produced seven young international golfers in the last two decades. The Roscommon clubhouse was completed in 1996. It offers full bar and dining service. The dining room has capacity for 120 persons and can accommodate individuals or groups with equal ease. Roscommon’s central location and its proximity to Dublin make it an ideal golfing destination for visitors. The club welcomes green fee and society golfers. Society rates and catering terms by arrangement with the Secretary. If required, the club will also arrange accommodation locally according to your requirements.

Tel. 090 66 26382

Hodson Bay Golf Club was founded in 1892 and affords beautiful panoramic views over Lough Ree from the Clubhouse and course. Measuring 5,922m from championship tees, this mature 18 hole parkland layout offers a stimulating challenge and a most enjoyable round of golf. Many important national championships have been held in this prestigious Club over the years. Athlone is 5 km further on the main road.

Tel. 090 64 92073

Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club has expanded from a nine-hole course to an eighteen-hole course, is playable to the public since August 2003. The quest for a new acreage began in the mid 1990’s .The existing nine holes were constructed on land given to the club by Major Kirkwood, who lived in Woodbrook House. From the highest point, the view is close to breathtaking. The Boyle River and Drumharlow Lake – integral parts of the Shannon water system – touch the land that is being moulded into the new golf holes, and there are also views of the Arigina Mountains.

Tel. 071 9667015

Boyle Golf Course is a nine hole golf course within 5 minutes of the town centre off the N61. Play at any time and pay only a nominal green fee at the club house, which has bar and snack facilities.

Tel. 071 96 62594 for details on opening times and competitions.

Castlerea Golf Club is located adjacent to the town on the N60 (west). This 9 hole course is beside the river Suck and the natural parkland and mature trees form an integral part of this lovely course. The ancestral home of the O’Conor clan can be viewed from the 9^th tee.

Tel. 094 96 20068

Strokestown Golf Club:
Contact Liam Glover, Secretary

Tel.: 071 96-33528

Ballaghaderreen Golf Club:
Contact John Corcoran, Secretary

Tel. 094 98 60114