Kilrush Golf & Sports Club is situated half a mile outside the old heritage town of Kilrush, and only seven miles from The Marine Kilkee Hotel. The course was founded in 1934. The new course was re-designed by Dr. Arthur Spring in 1994. The clever use of the natural terrain combined with water, trees and sand bunkers has resulted in a scenic course that is a pleasure to play.
The ninth hole is breathtaking. Played from a plateau, this par 3 which measures 168 yards to the green set in the valley is guarded on three sides by water, and with sand on the fourth side. The choices are “be up or layup”. The index one 11th hole is a tough one, measuring at 421 yards, with only the brave taking on the water in order to reach the green in two. The closing five holes are considered a difficult stretch of holes, especially with the prevailing winds.
It is a beautiful setting, looking out on the River Shannon, the Kerry Mountains & the Atlantic Ocean.
Visit the website at:
http://www.kilrushgolfclub.com/
Visualise the course at:
http://www.golfcoursevisualtour.com/golfcourse/clare/kilrush