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18th World Invitational Father & Daughter Golf Tournament

Tee off at three uniquely beautiful courses at Rosapenna Golf Resort and enjoy four wonderful days with your nearest and dearest on the Donegal coast.

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Rosapenna Golf Resort

County Donegal July 20-24, 2026

Celebrating a special connection

Since 2008

Founded by Marty Carr and James Leydon, the Father & Daughter World Invitational has proven to be a roaring success. Each guest can look forward to three rounds of links, followed by dinner, drinks, and endless fun.

Brilliant golf on beautiful courses

Play across three world-class links courses at Rosapenna, looking over the stunning Sheephaven Bay.

Special family connections

Get away from it all and enjoy valuable time with those closest to you, without distraction.

Fun on and off the course

Meet fellow golf lovers from around the world, and have the craic at all the best local spots.

The complete tournament experience

What to Expect at Rosapenna

Every year we go further to deliver the perfect tournament experience for each of our attendees. We take care of every detail, ensuring you and your family can enjoy your time together.

Exclusive access to exceptional courses

Enjoy three days of brilliant golf across Rosapenna’s gorgeous links courses.

World-class hospitality and service

You’ll receive a warm welcome and attentive service from our friendly team, from arrival to departure.

A stunning Donegal setting

Witness stunning summer views on the fairways, and brave the Atlantic waves for a refreshing swim.

Your choice of accommodation

Take your choice of relaxing venues, with both the Rosapenna Hotel and the local Goose Guesthouse available for guests.

Fun and friendship with a brilliant group

Join a phenomenal party of golfers, and meet our friendly regulars who return each year for more great times.

Craic, laughter, and good times

Relax and unwind after a long round, and hit the town for some brilliant nights and unforgettable moments.

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Play all three of Rosapenna's wonderful courses

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Old Tom Morris Links

County Donegal

One of Ireland’s earliest links, the Old Tom Morris Links at Rosapenna dates to 1893 and carries the stamp of one of golf’s founding architects.

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St. Patrick's Links

County Donegal

A modern Donegal links at Rosapenna, where Tom Doak uses width, scale and natural dune movement above Sheephaven Bay.

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Sandy Hills Links

County Donegal

A modern Donegal links at Rosapenna, shaped through immense dunes and offering a physical, full-scale test of links golf.

What to look forward to

Your Event Schedule

A day by day breakdown of what you can expect at wonderful Rosapenna

Father and Daughter Tournament Schedule

Day 1
Monday 20 July
Monday 20 July

Welcome to Rosapenna!

Get to know the other teams over drinks and dinner at our welcome reception.

Day 2
Tuesday 21 July
Tuesday 21 July

Round 1 - Old Tom Morris Links

The competition begins as our teams take to one of Ireland's oldest courses. Your day on the course is followed by a dinner and drinks in an award winning local restaurant.

Day 3
Wednesday 22 July
Wednesday 22 July

Round 2 - St Patrick's Links

Tackle Tom Doak's spectacular design on the second competition round. Afterwards we host our annual swim followed by dinner, drinks and entertainment.

Day 4
Thursday 23 July
Thursday 23 July

Round 3 - Sandy Hills Links

The final round in Rosapenna and one team will be crowned the winners. You'll wrap out your tournament with a prize-giving and farewell dinner.

A glimpse of the good times

Memorable moments from our 2025 tournament

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A history of brilliant experiences

View Our Previous Tournaments

Take a look at our photo galleries from previous years of the Father & Daughter Invitational.

Hear from our happy attendees

A Well Earned Reputation

Plan with our team

Alison Duffin
Sean Benville
Susan McCann

Designed specifically for you.

Tailor your tournament experience to your exact requirements by speaking with our expert team. Add an extension to other stunning courses, or excursions to different locations across Ireland.

Plan with our team

Designed specifically for you.

Tailor your tournament experience to your exact requirements by speaking with our expert team. Add an extension to other stunning courses, or excursions to different locations across Ireland.

Alison Duffin

Alison Duffin

Events Manager

Sean Benville

Sean Benville

Trip Planning Manager

Susan McCann

Susan McCann

Chief Operating Officer