County Sligo Golf Club (Rosses Point)
Unknown · 18 holes · Par 72
Overview
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History
{"championship":"George Colt classic design, modernized 2008","internationalEvents":["Irish Golf Course of the Year 2024","Multiple amateur championships","Women in Golf Charter signatory","Regular tournament host"],"notablePlayers":"Championship standard course","historicalNote":"Established 1894,
Signature Holes
Dramatic par-4 with iconic Ben Bulben mountain backdrop, visual masterpiece
Challenging dogleg with elevated green, strategy essential
Pros & Cons
✓ The Good
- Irish Golf Course of the Year 2024
- Historic championship course (1894)
- Stunning Ben Bulben mountain backdrop
- Good value pricing (€140-180)
- Modern improvements by Coore & Crenshaw
- Excellent hospitality and visitor welcome
✗ The Challenges
- Remote northwest location
- Restricted weekend access for visitors
- Atlantic weather exposure
- Can be challenging in wind
- Handicap certificate required
- Limited nearby accommodation