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Druids Glen
Druids Glen re-opened in the summer of 2024 , following a multi-million renovation by Peter McEvoy and Jeff Lynch ( reGolf ). The work has reinforced and expanded the Glen ’ s reputation as Ireland ’ s most exciting and colourful parkland . In terms of vibrancy , rhythm , variety and sheer intrigue there is no Irish course that compares . This is thrilling golf from start to finish , flowing over mature parkland , and the club possesses the best set of par threes on the island ( alongside Tralee ), with 8 and 12 tucked away in fairytale settings . It is by no means easy - much of the back nine is laced with water - but you ’ ll face so many thrilling shots it won ’ t matter one bit .
Good luck on the 13th - revered and feared in equal measure , even if the towering lime trees have been removed . And the new 4th , resembling the 11th at Augusta , is a masterpiece , with a new green surrounded by water on three sides .
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FAVOURITE HOLE
The par four 13th is one of the best and toughest holes in the country . From a dramatic , high tee the fairway disappears to the right , around a cliff-face and beyond a stream . The long approach has to overcome a lake .
WHAT ’ S IN THE BAG ?
The par threes need your attention to avoid the water while the new greens have some significant tiers .
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