The news today that the Irish Open shall be played at Royal County Down Golf Club in Northern Ireland, May 28 – 31, 2015 is excellent news for Irish golf fans. Read more “Irish Open heads to Royal County Down in 2015”
The Montgomerie Course at the Carton House Golf Club, located in County Kildare about 15 miles from Ireland’s capital city, Dublin, is once again the host this year’s Irish Open, June 27th-30th. It previously hosted the event when Stephen Dodd won in 2005 and Thomas Bjørn won 2006. The Irish Open proudly enjoys one of the largest galleries on the European Tour. For more details about the Irish Open visit the European Tour’s website.
Dublin, Ireland’s capital, has fast become one of Europe’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. The city has always had a reputation as a great historical city, and its strong links with world literature and the arts are readily apparent. It certainly has a lot to offer visitors – not least it’s diverse attractions.
There is a wealth of architectural detail with the medieval core of the city surrounded by elegant Georgian squares. A great way to see Dublin is on foot and be sure to take a break from your sightseeing by stopping into one of Dublin’s many pubs and bars, or after a long, busy day get yourself a quiet pint, and enjoy the craic.
An interesting article raised the possibility of the Irish Open heading to Royal Portrush as soon as 2013 as a first step towards the Open Championship returning at some future time.
Read more “Irish Open heading to Portrush?”
