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COASTS OF DOWN LINKS CHALLENGE (8th to 12th August 2011)
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The Coasts of Down Links Challenge is played on three of Northern Ireland finest Golf Links, Ardglass Golf Club, Kirkistown Castle Golf Club and the world famous Royal County Down Golf Club, home of the 2007 Walker Cup. |
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That’s 3 rounds of links golf for as little as £99* which includes tournament entry fee and all green fees...... not bad at all ! |
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TOURNAMENT CONDITIONS |
Play will be 54 holes over 3 days.The tournament is open to male and female golfers who are members of an affiliated club and hold an official handicap. All competitors will play 18 holes on day one and two at Ardglass and Kirkistown Castle Golf Clubs.The top 136 players will then carry their scores forward to the final round at Royal County Down’s Championship Links.The remainder of the field will play in a plate competition at Royal County Down Golf Club,Annesley Links. Players in the Plate competition will not carry their scores forward from the first two rounds. Play will be Stableford points (gross prizes will be stroke play).
The competition is open to all male and female golfers who are members of an affiliated club
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Cost of entry £99 per person (excluding accommodation & transport)
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Slieve Donard, Newcastle (5 star) |
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The Slieve Donard Resort and Spa is one of the most stunning and luxurious hotel and spas in Ireland. Following an unrivalled refurbishment and extension towards the latter end of 2006, the Slieve Donard is arguably the finest hotel of its kind on the island, and there aren’t many ‘of its kind’. The tower of the hotel rises majestically above the sand dunes, rivalled only by its namesake, Northern Ireland's highest mountain, which creates a dramatic backdrop for a long sweep of golden sand. Lovingly maintained Victorian architecture at its most impressive, this very special hotel offers delights both inside and out. Deluxe accommodation, luxurious surroundings and excellent facilities make this the perfect location. Take a walk thorough the six acres of private hotel grounds and you're on one of the world's top golf courses, Royal County Down, or stroll along golden sands swept by bracing sea breezes.
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Burrrendale Hotel and Country Club, Newcastle (4 star) |
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Nestling between the majestic Mourne Mountains and the glimmering Irish Sea, the Burrendale Hotel & Country Club is a fine example of the very best in traditional hospitality. Only 10 minutes walk from the seaside town of Newcastle, at the Burrendale you will find a wealth of opportunity for leisure. All the bedrooms are roomy and beautifully finished. From the luxurious Bridal Suite to the comfortable Family Rooms, all have modern facilities you would expect in a top class hotel. The Vine Restaurant has an unrivalled A La Carte Menu. A gentle ambience, excellant fresh food and a fine wine cellar conspire to make your dining experience a memorable one. The Cottage Bar is a traditional Irish Pub within the hotel. An open fire together with the warm and friendly atmosphere make it the perfect place to relax over a quiet pint of Guiness or perhaps an wee glass of Irish Whiskey.
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Golf Links House, Newcastle (3 star) |
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Golf Links House is a family run guest house and award winning restaurant situated in the picturesque seaside town of Newcastle, County Down. They have been providing that 'home from home' atmosphere since 1977, to both local visitors and holidaymakers from as far afield as Australia and USA. they are located 10 minutes walking distance from the centre of Newcastle where the stunning 'Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea'. their premises overlooks the globally renowned Royal County Down golf course, which has played host to the likes of Tiger Woods, Bill Clinton, Michael Douglas and Jack Nicklaus to name but a few. They have been recently awarded 'Excellent Accommodation Experience' at the NI Tourism Awards, in addition to finishing runner up in the 'Restaurant of the Year' category. |
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COURSES |
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Royal County Down |
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Nestling under the magnificent Mourne mountains lies the world famous Royal County Down Golf Club, currently ranked No.1 course in Ireland and scene of many great championships.This Championship links, which is also rated in the Top 10 courses in the world, will be the fitting venue for the final and deciding round of our tournament in 2010. Royal County Down has hosted many major championships including the Curtis Cup, the Home Internationals and more recently the British Senior Open, British Amateur Championship,The British Ladies Amateur Championship and the 2007 Walker Cup.The Championship course is complemented by the shorter but nevertheless just as testing Annesley Links which will be the venue for the plate competition for those players who do not make the cut to the Championship course. |
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Ardglass |
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Ardglass Golf Course with its championship standard greens is always in excellent condition.The Course begins with no less then six spectacular holes laid out atop the cliffs directly over-looking the sea - raw, rocky and dramatic.All the holes have stunning views and the golfer can gaze across the sea from every green and every tee-box. |
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Kirkistown Castle |
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Kirkistown Castle is widely regarded as one of the best Par 69 courses you are ever likely to encounter. Being situated at the seaside means that wind is usually a significant feature in your round, but this means that every day is a new challenge – one of the reasons why we all love the game so much. Kirkistown Castle will certainly not let you down in this respect. The Par of 69 belies a number of long and strong Par 4s and it is these holes that make the course the fine test of golf that it is. The bunkering on the course was designed by the legendary James Braid. You will have had the opportunity to try out every club in your bag by the time you reach the 18th green. A particularly dry 18 links course having the distinct advantage in inclement weather of being open for play when many other courses are closed.
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ARDGLASS GOLF PACKAGE . KIRKISTOWN CASTLE GOLF PACKAGE . ROYAL COUNTY DOWN GOLF PACKAGE . NORTH IRELAND LINKS GOLF PACKAGE
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