Dingle Golf Club is a links course of some merit on the far western edge of the Dingle peninsula. Located near the remote village of Ballyferriter, Dingle is a stunning location and has views across the ocean with the Blasket Islands in the foreground.
Each hole on this magnificient links is carved from the natural landscape of one of the most unspoiled parts of Europe, with hazards laid down long before the game of golf was dreamt of, including a winding "burn" that twists and turns through the entire course.
A 6,696 yards par 72 traditional links, the course was designed by Eddie Hackett who was a true links expert who also designed the famous Waterville links, with later changes by Christy O'Connor.
The course is flatter than most links in this area, though far from level, and the natural terrain was little interfered with when it was built and the designers showed an admirably light touch in that regard. Two holes stand out, the 197 yard uphill par three 10th hole which is played to a hidden green and the par 4 15th where an unkind wind can make the stream to the right, which must be cleared, and difficult obstacle.
The club is in the heart of the Irish speaking Gealtacht and everything is in Irish - including the score card - but you will figure it out! The surroundings are strangly mystical, very peacrful when the wind is calm and with a real away from the world feel. There are excellent clubhouse facilities. Do not miss this gem.