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Powerscourt ( East )
The older of the two Powerscourt courses , the East , opened in 1996 . Golfers can expect an exciting start ( much like the majestic drive into the estate ), a terrific finish and superb greens throughout .
There are impressive views – on the back nine especially – but your attention will need to be on the course at all times . This is a challenging par 72 , measuring 5,930 metres ( middle white tees ) and it will test you all day long … especially on the beautifully contoured greens . Seriously , if you want to put your putting to the test , step this way . The natural shape of this elegant landscape has been used to enhance its best features .
Nowhere is this more apparent than on the par four 4th , 7th and 18th , where the naturally high tee boxes promise tempting fairways below . The par threes are also strong , with the 3rd and 16th particularly outstanding .
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“ A terrific finish and superb greens throughout .”
Favourite Hole
The par three 16th is one of only two holes with water ( the par five 17th is the other ), and the pond sits directly under the green . It is not a long hole but you need to stay on the heavily shaped green from a high tee box .
Editor ’ s Tip
You better hope your putting is on fire .
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