Royal County Down
County DownA formidable links beneath the Mourne Mountains, defined by blind drives, tight lines and world number one ranking.
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Set along the River Boyne estuary, County Louth at Baltray is a classic out-and-back links refined by Tom Simpson and Molly Gourlay. Its understated routing, natural terrain and championship pedigree have made it a consistent host of Irish Open and leading amateur golf.
Baltray
A traditional links shaped by Simpson, defined by balance, rhythm and restraint.
Simpson’s strategic touch
Greens, bunkers and angles reward thoughtful positioning
A measured championship test
Par 72, stretching to 7,031 yards across firm links
Trusted tournament venue
Regularly hosts Ireland’s leading amateur championship
Along the Boyne estuary
Holes trace the shifting edge of river and linksland
Out-and-back routing
The course builds steadily before turning for home
Between two great link regions
Well placed between Dublin and Northern Ireland links
County Louth Golf Club at Baltray is one of Ireland’s most respected traditional links, founded in 1892 and later refined by Tom Simpson with input from Molly Gourlay. Set beside the River Boyne estuary, the course follows a natural out-and-back routing that moves with quiet rhythm across firm, understated linksland.Â
There is a clarity to the design, where subtle contouring and measured strategy define each hole rather than overt drama. Playing to par 72 at 7,031 yards, Baltray has long been trusted as a championship venue, hosting the Irish Open as well as the East of Ireland Men’s Open Amateur Championship, one of the country’s leading amateur events. The closing stretch returns towards the estuary, where wind direction and firm ground shape decision-making. It is a course that reveals its quality over time, rewarding thoughtful play and an appreciation for traditional links architecture.
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From the first tee to the final craic at the 19th hole and beyond, let our expert planners curate your perfect journey. Backed by decades of family tradition, we handle every detail so you can focus on the game.
Plan with our team
From the first tee to the final craic at the 19th hole and beyond, let our expert planners curate your perfect journey. Backed by decades of family tradition, we handle every detail so you can focus on the game.
Sean Benville
Trip Planning Manager
Alison Duffin
Events Manager
Susan McCann
Chief Operating Officer