DESTINATIONGOLF . TRAVEL MUNSTER
Faithlegg
The drive into the estate and down to the 18th century Faithlegg House ( now the hotel ) shows off several holes on this fine Patrick Merrigan-designed course . If you drive further , to the self-catering lodges , you ’ ll see even more . For a ‘ resort ’ course Faithlegg packs a considerable punch . Holes weave over undulating terrain , out towards the broad swathe of the River Suir , and dense oak trees give considerable charm to the start and finish . Add in the remains of an old walled garden and the course offers plenty of character . Take a few moments on the par five 13th green , where the river provides an attractive backdrop , and enjoy the peaceful surroundings … then tee off on the 14th with the River right behind you . Trees and lakes play their part , as do several doglegs , but Faithlegg ’ s greens are where much of the danger lies and you ’ ll be hard pushed not to three putt as you move around this elegant landscape . The back nine is considerably tougher than the front … so be prepared .
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Favourite Hole
The par three 16th is swamped in tall trees and you hit down between an avenue of branches to a green sitting in deep shadow .
Editor ’ s Tip
A hot putter but there ’ s lots of fun to be had with your driver .
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