Favourite Hole: The par four 18th is such a strong finishing hole, curving gently left around the water which threatens off the tee and on the approach.
What ' s in the Bag? You’ ll need to drive well for the whole day.
The Heritage
Much of the attention focused on The Heritage concentrates on the Seve Ballesteros connection( and design). It is little wonder. The enigmatic Seve still conjures up all that is enthralling about the game of golf. And plenty of that can be found at The Heritage, too. The course opened in 2004, and golfers are met first by the statue of the great man and then the stylish clubhouse. It is worth heading up to the balcony and looking out over the stunning lake which separates the 9th and 18th – two of the best holes which both conclude underneath the clubhouse. The course is laced with water but it is only one of the challenges you’ ll face as holes flow over the gently shaped, open Co. Laois countryside. There are dramatic and complex bunkers throughout and they define many holes – they certainly intimidate off the tee and on approaches. This is a long course so be grateful that landing areas are generous. Excellent facilities include the Seve‘ Natural Golf’ School. A hotel sits alongside.
www. heritageresort. ie
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