Balcarrick Golf Club in Donabate, County Dublin, Ireland

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4.5

141 Reviews (141)

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Conditions

4.5

Value

4.8

Layout

4.5

Friendliness

4.8

Pace

4.2

Amenities

4.0

99.6%

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137 out of 141 reviews

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Average Rating

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4.8

8 Reviews (8)

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Conditions

4.9

Value

5.0

Layout

4.7

Pace

4.4

Amenities

4.3

StaffFriendliness

5.0

100.0%

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8 out of 8 reviews

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4.6

17 Reviews (17)

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Conditions

4.6

Value

5.0

Layout

4.6

Pace

4.2

Amenities

4.1

StaffFriendliness

4.8

100.0%

Recommend this course

17 out of 17 reviews

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Course Highlights

Balcarrick's greens consistently draw praise for their speed and immaculate condition, complementing a well-designed layout full of tricky, rewarding holes. Friendly staff and outstanding value for money make this course a genuinely impressive find.

About

Holes 18

Type Semi-Private

Style Parkland

Par 73

Length 6239 meters

Slope N/A

Rating N/A

Balcarrick Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course located on the stunning Donabate Peninsula in North County Dublin, just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport and 12 miles from Dublin City Centre. Set within beautiful estuary surroundings, the course offers a unique blend of links and parkland golf, providing an enjoyable and memorable challenge for golfers visiting Ireland.

Measuring over 6,800 yards, the par 73 layout features water hazards on 11 holes, exceptional greens and a series of challenging and picturesque par 3s. Originally designed by Barry Langan, the course underwent an award-winning redevelopment by renowned architect Roger Jones in 2007. The project received international recognition and was inducted into the Golf World Hall of Fame for Golf Architecture, cementing Balcarrick's reputation as one of Ireland's most distinctive modern golf courses.

Founded in 1972, Balcarrick combines championship golf with genuine Irish hospitality. Visitors can expect excellent year-round course conditions, a warm welcome and an authentic golfing experience just minutes from Dublin's international gateway. Whether beginning or ending an Irish golf trip, Balcarrick offers a memorable round in a unique coastal setting.

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Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Blue	73	6239 meters
White	73	5990 meters	73.3	131
Yellow	73	5651 meters	71.4	127
Yellow (W)	74	5651 meters	77.0	140
Red (W)	73	5163 meters	73.7	129

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for Balcarrick Golf Club

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
Blue M: 74.4/134	259	407	396	362	192	534	148	544	449	3291	277	409	396	385	418	548	167	497	436	3533	6824
White M: 73.3/131	254	398	387	355	173	527	132	513	436	3175	271	390	378	375	394	515	153	491	407	3374	6549
Yellow M: 71.4/127 W: 77.0/140	243	376	351	338	152	501	117	502	421	3001	246	376	367	364	367	500	127	478	371	3196	6197
Red W: 73.8/128	217	344	331	329	115	454	96	464	351	2701	241	335	343	336	341	460	116	437	328	2937	5638
Handicap	17	7	3	13	11	5	15	9	1		18	2	12	10	4	8	16	14	6
Par	4	4	4	4	3	5	3	5	4	36	4	4	4	4	4	5	3	5	4	37	73

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Course Details

Year Built 1972

Architect Roger Jones (2007)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - EUR 25

Pull-carts Yes

Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Teaching Pro Yes

Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard

Metal Spikes Allowed Yes

Walking Allowed Yes

Dress code Neat and casual, no denim

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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FAQ

What is the address of Balcarrick Golf Club?

Balcarrick Golf Club is located at Donabate, County Dublin, Ireland.

Is Balcarrick Golf Club open to the public?

Yes, Balcarrick Golf Club is open to the public.

What year did Balcarrick Golf Club open?

Balcarrick Golf Club was built in 1972.

Who designed Balcarrick Golf Club?

Roger Jones (2007) is the architect of Balcarrick Golf Club.

What is the par of Balcarrick Golf Club

The par of Balcarrick Golf Club is 73.

What is the length of Balcarrick Golf Club

The length of Balcarrick Golf Club is 6239 yards.

What is the rating of Balcarrick Golf Club

The rating of Balcarrick Golf Club is 73.3.

What is the slope of Balcarrick Golf Club

The slope of Balcarrick Golf Club is 131.

What are the course conditions at Balcarrick Golf Club?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Balcarrick Golf Club are excellent.

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