DESTINATION GOLF 2022
New Forest
One of Ireland ’ s impressive new parklands ( 2006 ), New Forest has an equally impressive clubhouse … a restored 18th century manor house .
The drive up to it sets the tone as you see the ease with which the course flows over the parkland estate . One of New Forest ’ s great advantages is that it is both formidable and fun to play . You ’ ll certainly need your driver as fairways coast along the heavily wooded perimeter , around ponds and marshes , and over streams and bridges . The biggest challenge , however , comes on the approach as green complexes are creatively shaped and heavily bunkered . Many holes are noteworthy – the stretch from the 2nd to the 6th is certainly an appetising start – but New Forest is strong from start to finish . There are lodges here , too , if you want to stay and play .
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Favourite Hole
The par four 18th is a lovely finishing hole with swagger and grace . It rises ever so slightly , slipping between bunkers to a green in front of the manor house .
Editor ’ s Tip
You ’ ll definitely want to be strong off the tee ... so pick the right tee box .
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