Ballycastle Golf Club

Ballycastle Golf Club is perched on the shores of Northern Ireland, a few miles down the road from the world famous Royal Portrush and just a short drive from Belfast and is a fantastic addition to any golf tour of this region. A quirky and enjoyable test of golf awaits those travelling to this part of the world as well as a fantastic clubhouse where golfers can expect top class food and a warm welcome.

Bed and Breakfast at Marine Hotel Ballycastle
1 round at Ballycastle Golf Club
1 round at The Old Course (Portstewart Golf Club)

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Ballycastle Golf Club

Ballycastle offers a unique golfing experience in that it moves from parkland into some spectacular links land as the course progresses. The first five holes are flanked by the Rivers Margy and Carey so accuracy is key from the tee. Watch out for the 12th century Bon-a-Margy Abbey ruins which provide a unique out of bounds. After 5 or so holes the course heads for the coast and you are presented with some dramatic links golf. Perched on the cliff's edge, these holes demand precision and imagination from the player and also offer stunning views of the famous North Antrim Coastline, Scotland and the hills of Donegal.

Although the yardage is a paltry 5,786 yards, the course will still present a challenge to the long hitters who may be caught out by constant elevation changes and natural hazards if they attempt to bully the course into submission. Ballycastle is more of a thinker’s course and this is no more evident than at the par 3 17th – also known as ‘The Pitch’ – where the golfer must play to a green some 100 feet below the level of the tee.

Ballycastle Golf Club, where Darren Clarke (Ryder cup captain) is an honorary member due to his strong links with the club, was founded in 1890. The course sits yards from the shoreline on the Causeway Coast, a spectacular stretch of golfing coastline of unsurpassed beauty. This golf course is, without a doubt, one of the most scenic in Northern Ireland. The course is a unique golfing challenge in that it covers both parkland and links holes. The first five holes are flanked by the Rivers Margy and Carey with various trees and natural hills as the main landscape with the 12th century Bon-a-Margy abbey ruins providing a historical out of bounds.

From hole six onwards you are presented with some outstanding links golf holes running alongside the strand and between gorse and sand dunes encompassing impressive views of the famous North Antrim Coastline, Scotland, Rathlin Island and the hills of Donegal.

Ballycastle Golf club is only 20 mins drive from Royal Portrush. It is 45 minutes from Belfast international airport.

Features

Hairdresser
Fishing
Walking
Cycle Hire
Snooker
Banqueting Facilities
In House Restaurant
In House Bar
Award Winning Restaurant
Private Dining
Disabled Rooms
Disabled Access
Late Night Bar
BBQ
Nearby Beaches
On-Site Parking
Off-Site Parking

Satellite TV
DVD Player
Wireless Internet
24hr Room Service
Airport Transfers
Direct Dial Telephone
Lift to all Floors
Air-Conditioning
Golf Buggies
Pro Shop
Tuition
Putting Greens
Practice Area
Golf Club Hire
Club House
Championship Standard Course

Tips for visiting Ballycastle Golf Club

Hugh McKendrick
Golf Travel Specialist, UK & Ireland

Handicap: 5
Visited: April

Ballycastle is a great mix of parkland and links golf situated in the picturesque Ballycastle town. The first five holes contain a gentle start over the road from the clubhouse before you are exposed to the elements on the 6th tee. The course comes into its own in the middle stretch with some classic links holes containing undulating fairways, tricky greens, and stunning views out to Rathlin Island.

Ensure you take a group photo on the 10th tee, it's an absolute must. The winding par-5 18th is a true test before a well-deserved drink in the clubhouse. Ballycastle is a must-visit for groups looking for a golf course with great value along the Causeway Coast.

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8.6

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9.0

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9.0

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8.0

Very Good

Great course & extremely enjoyable to play. Loved it & would definitely play again

Phil – Reviewed 15 May 2024

6.0

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Too many people on this course which criss-crosses back and forth. Always worried might get hit by a ball from unknown direction

Brian – Reviewed 17 Sep 2022

Excellent

First time playing Ballycastle, loved the mix of the early park holes with the later links ones - totally spectacular vies, better than even Portstewart or Portrush.

Philip – Reviewed 3 May 2022

Excellent

Quirky course which makes it so attractive. Holes not overly long which suits the average mid handicapper

Jonathan – Reviewed 7 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

A great test on this mostly links course. Brilliant views, great greens. A real beauty.

Sarah – Reviewed 12 Mar 2019

Excellent

Excellent course, played in good weather. Views over the sea, cliffs and Island are spectacular.

Simon – Reviewed 25 Sep 2018

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