DESTINATIONGOLF . TRAVEL LEINSTER
Palmerstown House
The site of a former stud , this is a muscular course built with championship ambitions . It has that grand , glamorous feel , it has space and length , it has a magnificent clubhouse ( part of Palmerstown House which dates back to the 1860s ) and no expense was spared in its creation . Here , water abounds with 13 holes introducing ponds , lakes and streams . From the back tees the course measures 7,419 yards , but from the regular tees it is a more modest and manageable 6,468 yards - Christy O ’ Connor Jr was kind enough to provide four men ’ s tees .
Gentle mounding steers you past pampas grasses , flowerbeds and tall trees , over generous fairways , around the water features and towards big swinging greens . There ’ s plenty of room to find those putting surfaces … and leave long , daunting putts . A new island green on the par three 10th has provided a dramatic new signature hole , while exceptional practice facilities were recently added , including a 20-bay Trackman driving range .
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FAVOURITE HOLE
The par three 3rd may not be the ‘ best ’ hole but it is the prettiest . Bridge , flowerbeds , lake and an imposing backdrop of trees giving it so much colour .
WHAT ’ S IN THE BAG ?
Be honest with yourself when deciding which tee to choose . The doglegging par fives are all beasts and will quickly prove if you ’ ve chosen wisely . A ball that floats will also help .
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