Ardglass Golf Club

Happened to play in 25 to 30 mile an hour winds but an amazing course that nothing would compare to in the U.S.. Well worth the trip. Even with the wind it is a fun course to play.

When Ardglas is now charging £200 for a visitor to play one is entitled to expect the course to be well presented. I understand that the nature of the course is rough and ready but it seems that the extra visitors’ cash is not being spent on the course. Several tee areas were appalling, similar to those found on very cheap municipal courses. Greens were generally ok for May but nothing special. There is little in the way of a ‘first cut rough’. Very overpriced.

Played on one of the sunniest days of the year. Heard it was a good course but that was a massive understatement. Sensational front 9 as good as they come and very good back 9 also, with views of the water and the mountains the whole way round! Will definitely be back

Played Ardglass on New Year’s Day. Bright, sunny day with a typical Irish Sea breeze.

The course offers some great par 3s, each with their own unique challenge.

It’s a compact course yet the fairways are forgiving. Highly recommended.

Despite a strong wind this course was a delight to play. One of the most fun courses I have ever played. From the very 1st hole there are so many good clifftop, scenic and also interesting holes. A couple of filler holes at start of the back 9 was the only downside but soon you are back to another breathtaking scenic hole. The old (oldest in the world) quirky clubhouse and cannons add to the experience. Friendly atmosphere inside too. Would recommend this highly as a must play course when in N Ireland.

Fantastic course and great value for the 15 holes that were open

The secret is out: Ardglass is no longer a hidden-gem Northern Irish golf course. The quirky seaside routing with several cliffside holes continues to be tweaked and optimized by the welcoming membership, who are having to contend more and more with avid visitors. As a result, green fees are on the rise, but it’s frankly not much of a deterrent, as the world-class scenery the course enjoys will be well worth the expense for many faraway golfers.

Ardglass’ centuries-old clubhouse continues to be a wonderful spot for a post-round libation, although to gaze out over the links as the sun starts to set, thoughts of an emergency 9 will dance in many golfers’ heads.

Really great course and highly recommended

This is the third time I’ve played this course and it is the best condition I have seen it new bunker and tee blocks are great nice to see the money going back into the course

Coming from the U.S., links golf is a must. Linksy golf on cliffs is a bonus. This place has a lot of ocean views. The course isn’t overly difficult which is a nice pick-me-up. The history of the clubhouse and remnant of the original structure make it very cool to wander around in. I had fully planned on playing, even at the £160 rate but got on with GN for £96. Young caddie was very knowledgeable about the course. Pro shop, like most, was small but sufficiently stocked. Didn’t eat but the restaurant has a great view of the course/ocean. Definitely add this to your list. I am in Dublin and made the two hour drive each way and it was worth it.

Loved the course and layout but unfortunately the pace of play was a pretty big problem. Waited on every shot on the entire day playing in approx 4:45. Last round of 11 for us in Ireland and was the slowest without exception. Caddy’s on course were unable to assist in improving the pace. Strangely a group of 4 junior boys under the age of 12 were allowed to play the course alone which caused a great deal of pace issues. Loved the course location, layout and setting but pace of play ruined it for most of us golfers on this day. The course itself has two holes currently under renovation/construction, but this could have been acceptable if we would have been informed prior to play. Still would recommend the course to fellow golfers but should expect to experience a fantastic golf course that is being poorly managed.

Considering what a wet winter we’ve had, Ardglass played very well, with greens running fast and very little soaked spots or standing water.

Stunning views, friendly locals & members, good c’hoise facilities and food.

Probably the best £45 for 18 holes you could ever expect to play!

Highly recommended

Seemingly the whole island was under a blanket of fog....not Ardglass! Winter tees and a couple of winter greens but the course was in fabulous shape. Credit to the team! Members and proshop staff extremely welcoming too. We will be back time and time again!

Fantastic views of the Irish Sea on every hole. The oldest Club House on Earth is a Castle and served the best pint of Guiness I've ever had.

With a stunning setting on the shores of the Irish Sea and a view of the Isle of Mann and the Oldest Clubhouse in The World, Ardglass will not disappoint in golfing terms.

I likened it to a ski resort as the first hole elevates you to a plateau of Golf with some grand, good and great holes once you’ve got there, like a lot of ski resorts.

With stunning views throughout this is a course that can be enjoyed whilst offering enough of a challenge around the turn for the very best. A classic out and in course.

The clubhouse facilities were comfortable with a traditional seaside serving that won’t disappoint.

Glad I played it after hearing a lot about it.