Ashbourne Golf Club
Archerstown,,
Ashbourne, County Meath
Tel : +353 (0)1 8352005
| Administrator: | Jim Clancy | Tel : +353 (0)1 8352562 |
Ashbourne Golf Club is a members owned and operated Club. Founded in 1991 it opened in may 93. The course is an 18 hole parkland featuring lakes and Broadmeadow River. Designed by Des Smyth, Ashbourne offers a challenge to all golfers.
The Club offers equal membership to men and ladies. The club house comprises full locker room facilities, dining room and bar. (The original Georgian house has been retained and extended) The club offers a full social calendar for members and guests.
Directions
15 km north of Dublin off the N2
Further Information
Information herein provided by the club 29 Aug 1998.
President: Thomas A. Keenan
Hon Secretary Michael Obraonain.
Course Details
| Course Name: Ashbourne Holes: 18 Yardage: 5812 SSS: 70 |
| Designed by Ryder Cup star Des Smyth and amateur international, Declan Branigan Not unduly long by championship standards, nevertheless, Ashbourne, by virtue of its design, is truly a test for every category of golfer. Three man made lakes compliment the Broadmeadow River in a manner that sees water impact on 9 out of the 18 holes. Combine this element of the design with a multitude of trees and it is easy to see where the challenge emanates from. A comfortable par 4 start is followed by 3 holes where accuracy is of paramount importance. The feature hole on the front nine must surely be the 3rd where a demanding tee shot is followed by a mid-iron approach to a very attractive green fronted by the Broadmeadow River. This hole contrasts starkly with the 412 metre 8th hole where extensive sand bunkers must be avoided if par is to be realistically achieved. Many courses boast of their own Amen Corner but Ashbourne really has such a corner. The 11th, 12th and 14th are as challenging a sequence of holes as you can get. A run of 4 pars can rightfully be followed by a relieved - Amen! The course finishes with a gentle par 4 to a green protected by mature Beech trees. Boasting pure sand greens complimented by an extensive network of drains, the greens are as fast and true as the more famous linksland greens associated with Ireland. Given sun and some wind the contours can pose serious problems for all golfers. Ashbourne was designed to be enjoyed. The challenge is subtle and all golfers will find the course a pleasure to play. 
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