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Cairndhu Golf club
At a glance Type of course: Headland course with extensive sea views Length of course in yards: 6142 Par: 70
Cairndhu Golf Club is situated in 100 acres of parkland and surrounded by breath-taking views of the world famous Antrim Coast Road, the Glens of Antrim and the Scottish coastline. The 6142 yard par 70 course is set upon a coastal headland and extensive mature parklands in what was once the historic Carnfunnock Estate. From the first five holes there are extensive views of the Antrim coast, the Mull of Kintyre, and sea vistas extending to the Scottish Islands of Jura and Islay. The signature hole is the 160 yard par 3 2nd “The Head” which is set upon the exposed headland. Depending on how the wind blows the tee shot to a narrow green can require an extensive variety of shots and poses a club selection dilemma.
Best days for visitors to play: Mon-Fri, Sat (pm) and Sun.
Host of the 2021 Northern Ireland Open Which last year moved to Cairndhu Golf Club for the first time, where men and women professionals had the chance to win a place at the ISPS HANDA World Invitational through this dedicated qualifying event. The club will co host the newly reformed event this year. The more challenging back nine commences with the Cairndhu version of “Amen Corner”. The 410 yard 10th hole presents probably the toughest drive on the course, the 11th is a daunting 215 yard par 3 and the 12th hole is a 447 yard par 4 is simply the hardest hole on the course. The remaining six holes are a delightful combination of demanding shot-making and birdie opportunities.
Did you know? Cairndhu Golf Club is situated on the historic Carnfunnock Estate along the famous causeway coastal route. The first four holes are situated on Ballygally Head, a volcanic plug which juts out into the Irish Sea.
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Main Map Reference F2, 06 192 Coast Road, Ballygally, County Antrim, BT40 2QG Tel: +44 (0) 28 2858 3324 E-mail: cairndhugc@btconnect.com
www.cairndhugolfclub.co.uk
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