Castlegregory Golf and Fishing Club
Stradbally,
Castlegregory, Kerry
Tel : +353 (0) 66-39444

In 1896 an 18 hole course opened for the first time at this location. It later declined due to the long train journey from Tralee. The present club was founded in 1989. It is a 9 hole links course sited between a fresh water lake, Lough Gill and the sea, Brandon Bay, overlooked by Stradbally Mountain and Beenoskee. A truly spectacular location. The club presently has 300 members. Summer competitions are open to non-members.

Club services and facilities include catering facilities, changing rooms, shower, shop, trolley hire.

Directions
2 miles west of Castlegregory turn right at Stradbally.

Further Information
Information herein provided by the club 18 Feb 1999.

Course Details

Course Name: Castlegregory Holes: 9 Yardage: 5842 SSS: 68
Castlegregory is truly a links course set in a spectacular location. The 9 holes consist of 1 par 5, 3 par 3's, and 4 par 4's. a manmade lake on the ninth, breeding ground for the Natterjack Toad, unique to this location, and overflow drain come into play in 4 holes. The are of home to numerous species of wildlife both flora and fauna.

For an appreciation and independent view of this course please see golfer reviews.

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  • review Castlegregory Golf Course

    james rohan wrote on: Apr 29, 2005

    I play the course regularly and am constantly surprised at how difficult it is to score well even in good conditions.The course boasts two very challenging par threes onto plateau greens.With the prevailing wind from the west these are a true test for right handed golfers.It also has two short par fours where one can be tempted to 'go for the green' but beware the pitfalls of sand and typical links dune rough.
    Add to this its near perfect playing condition all year around and we can be truly proud of our little golfing gem

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  • Castlegregory golf course

    Timothy Spillane wrote on: Apr 24, 2005

    4/25/05
    I just returned to the USA from Ireland
    and I had the chance to play this course.
    It is the most magnificent course we
    played in Ireland. Each hole is different
    and the views are unbelievable. We played
    it on a calm day and enjoyed ever minute
    out there. It's the best I've ever
    played.
    Tim

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  • review Castlegregory Golf Course

    james rohan wrote on: Sep 20, 2004

    I play the course reglarly and am constantly surprised at how difficult it is to score well even in good conditions.The course boasts two very challenging par threes onto plateau greens.With the prevailing wind from the left hand side these are a true test for right handed golfers.It also has two short par fours where one can be tempted to 'go for the green' but beware the pitfalls of sand and typical links dune rough.
    Add to this its near perfect playing condition all year around and we can be truly proud of our little golfing gem.

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  • thank you

    Mike Mansfield wrote on: Jun 4, 2004

    Hi there,
    I played the Castlegregory course during the week and can honestly say that it is one of the most beautiful courses in the world. I have played golf in many countries and rarely found a tranquility to match the Castlegregory course. The holes are tough and beautifully maintained. The greens are excellent and speedy. The green fees are very reasonable and the changing rooms/shop etc. are great. I can not speak more highly about the course and look forward to my next visit.
    Many Thanks,
    Mike Mansfield

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  • Europe Golf courses reviews Rene Algera 02/02

    Rene Algera wrote on: Jan 31, 2002

    Great course! Very challenging. Fantastic views. Bring some extra balls! I probably
    enjoyed my golf more than the swans on the side of the first fairway! The probably
    still remember my slice.

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  • Europe Golf courses reviews Steve Hames, Hdcp 18 02/01

    Steve Hames, Hdcp 18 wrote on: Jan 31, 2001

    Super course. A gentle par 5 opener (unless you are a slicer in which case the lake definitely comes into play). The par 3's are challenging and can be monstrous when played into wind. The par 4's each have their own character and run among big dunes. The view from the 6th tee across the bay is superb. The 7th deserves its stroke index; you must take care to place your drive in exactly the right spot, and then you are left with a long approach over intervening dunes. Well worth a visit.

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  • Europe Golf courses reviews Jonh Kennedy

    Jonh Kennedy wrote on: Nov 30, 2000

    Situated half way between Dingle and Tralee, this 9 hole golf course will satisfy the demands of Golfers of all handicaps. The opening par 5 with the beautiful lake with swans on the right side gives you just a test of what's ahead, the lake coming into play on every shot for the opener as the green is a semi island.
    The 2nd par 3 Green is situated on a hill some 180 yards away which you must get up to give yourself a chance of par or birdie, one of the other par 3's is also like this. If you don't make it, the wispy sand dune rough can be unforgiving, you may need to take a provisional.
    On one of the holes you tee off adjacent to one of the most gorgeous stretches of beach in Europe overlooking Brandon Bay with crashing waves riddled with surfers during the summer, in a sense its good that the course is only 9 holes at present as if you are visiting you get a chance to have another go and learn from the 1st 9 the careful tactics needed to have a reasonable round at this course. The 9th for example is a par 3 all over water, the warning sign explains how the Toads must not be disturbed by retrieving your ball if it gets wet.
    While in the area take a look at the Maharees peninsula, its many pubs and roadside restaurants / cafe's, plenty of guest house and Bed and Breakfasts to enable you to stay in this wonderful part of Ireland.

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      • RE: Europe Golf courses reviews Jonh Kennedy

        Geoff Gaggin wrote on: Aug 12, 2006

        Leaving Australia on Wed.16th August.
        Suitable pub accommodation / B&B after golf around Aug. 23 - 25 for 4 golfing adults.
        With Thanks,
        Geoff Gaggin

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      • RE: Europe Golf courses reviews Jonh Kennedy

        Ken Senerth wrote on: Oct 1, 2004

        Thanks for that. Care to recommend a B&B and pub or 2. Sounds like the course recommends itself.
        Thanks,
        Ken

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  • Europe Golf courses reviews Ray Waters r.waters@swansea.ac.uk 4/99

    Ray Waters r.waters@swansea.ac.uk 4/99 wrote on: Nov 30, 2000

    Beautiful course, full of character, spectacular and challenging

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  • Europe Golf courses reviews Dan Burke 11/98

    Dan Burke wrote on: Oct 31, 1998

    This course is great! It really helps if you can keep your ball in the fairway! Very nice location, by the sea.

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