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Narin & Portnoo Links

Narin & Portnoo Links blends its 1905 origins with a sensitive redesign by Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner, set across natural links ground shaped by dunes, sea air and a distinctly unforced routing.

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  • Caddies: Yes
  • Airport: Donegal - 75 mins
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Narin & Portnoo Links

Old roots, modern refinement

A historic links brought back with subtle modern detail.

Redesigned by Hanse and Wagner

A careful restoration respecting the original ground

Measured championship yardage

Plays to 6,855 yards from the back tees

Golf here since 1905

One of Donegal’s early seaside courses

Dunes and open coastal views

The routing moves naturally through exposed links land

A course shaped by the land

Subtle contours and firm ground define each hole

Well placed on a Donegal itinerary

Close to Donegal Golf Club and Cruit Island

Narin & Portnoo Links occupies a stretch of natural Donegal coastline where the golf feels grounded in its surroundings. First established in 1905, the course has long been part of the local landscape, and its recent redesign by Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner has brought renewed clarity without losing that identity. 

At 6,855 yards, it presents a balanced test, but the real interest lies in how the holes sit on the land. Fairways follow natural contours, greens are shaped with restraint, and the dunes frame play rather than dominate it. There is a calm, unforced quality to the round that reflects both its heritage and its modern refinement. The sea is never far away, adding movement and atmosphere throughout. For those exploring Donegal, Narin & Portnoo offers something slightly different: a course that feels both familiar and quietly rethought.

 

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Sean Benville
Alison Duffin
Susan McCann

Designed specifically for you.

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

Designed specifically for you.

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

Sean Benville

Trip Planning Manager

Alison Duffin

Alison Duffin

Events Manager

Susan McCann

Susan McCann

Chief Operating Officer