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Set within the same historic club as the Dunluce Links, the Valley Links presents a shorter, tactically driven course shaped by Harry Colt, where natural terrain, firm ground and exacting greens define play.
Royal Portrush - Valley
A thoughtful links routed across natural ground beside Dunluce.
Harry Colt design pedigree
Classic Colt shaping and strategic green sites
Yardage and par
6,304 yards, par 70 championship layout
Royal Portrush setting
Played within one of Ireland’s most historic clubs
Course character
Subtle terrain, firm fairways and exposed lies
Golf Digest World Top 100
Ranked No. 82 in Golf Digest World Top 100
Causeway Coast access
Pairs naturally with Dunluce and nearby links
Opened in 1895 and later refined by Harry Colt, the Valley Links at Royal Portrush sits in the shadow of its renowned Dunluce neighbour yet offers a distinctly engaging test in its own right. Routed across gently undulating terrain, the course relies less on scale and more on precision, positioning and the subtle use of natural contours.
Colt’s influence is evident in the shaping of the greens, where approach angles and distance control are key. The layout encourages thoughtful shot-making, with firm fairways allowing the ball to run and gather in unpredictable ways. While shorter in yardage, the course remains exposed to coastal conditions, demanding adaptability throughout the round. As part of one of Ireland’s most historic clubs, the Valley Links provides a complementary experience that rewards strategic play and offers a quieter, more intimate perspective on links golf.
Pair your round
Royal Portrush’s Dunluce Links is a Harry Colt championship course on the Causeway Coast and the Open venue in Northern Ireland.
A modern championship links famed for its towering dune opening stretch and Irish Open pedigree.
A classic out-and-back links by Ben Sayers, defined by natural dune corridors and a notably strong closing stretch.
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.
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
