Ballyneety

Course Overview

This championship golf course is set on 183 acres of rolling Irish countryside. Stroll up the gentle slopes of the fourth fairway and be rewarded by stunning views of Limerick City and County and even the Clare Hills. This 18 Hole championship golf course has sand-based greens and tees all built to USGA standards. Co-designed by 2014 Ryder Cup Vice-Captain, Des Smyth and Irish Amateur International, Declan Branigan, the course opened for play in 1994. Chosen as the host venue of the 2027 Junior Ryder Cup and named Great Britain & Ireland Golf Course of the Year for 2025 by The Golf Course Awards.

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Course Map

Notes

Fairways markers are in meters to centre of green

Stoke & Index

Par 4

Index 7/7

Fairways markers

200m

150m

100m

Hole 1

Stoke & Index

Par 4

Index 7/7

Fairways markers

362m

355m

348m

328m

Approach

A tee shot to the middle of the fairway will give a clear view of the green. A bunker guards the font-left side of the green.

Hole 2

Stoke & Index

Par 3

Index 15/15

Fairways markers

149m

141m

119m

90m

Approach

A daunting par 3 with water front and right and with the green protected by bunkers on the left. A brave tee shot may well be rewarded....or not.

Hole 3

Stoke & Index

Par 4

Index 3/9

Fairways markers

364m

356m

337m

299m

Approach

A right-to-left dogleg hole with a two-tier green. The best approach is from the right side of the fairway.

Hole 4

Stoke & Index

Par 5

3/9

Fairways markers

492m

454m

422m

400m

Hole 5

Stoke & Index

Par 4

1/1

Fairways markers

407m

393m

384m

337m

Hole 6

Stoke & Index

Par 3

11/11

Fairways markers

167m

148m

143m

130m

Hole 7

Stoke & Index

Par 4

9/13

Fairways markers

266m

256m

242m

199m

Hole 8

Stoke & Index

Par 3

13/17

Fairways markers

145m

135m

127m

95m

Hole 9

Stoke & Index

Par 5

17/3

Fairways markers

466m

457m

442m

376m

Hole 10

Stoke & Index

Par 4

10/6

Fairways markers

326m

312m

305m

284m

Hole 11

Stoke & Index

Par 4

2/14

Fairways markers

452m

415m

388m

365m

Hole 12

Stoke & Index

Par 4

12/8

Fairways markers

305m

285m

264m

218m

Hole 13

Stoke & Index

Par 3

16/18

Fairways markers

153m

144m

125m

99m

Approach

A demanding par 3 with an undulating green that sits between two lakes and guarded on the left by a greenside bunker. Be happy with a par here anytime,

Hole 14

Stoke & Index

Par 5

8/4

Fairways markers

475m

457m

425m

380m

Approach

A par 5 with a wide fairway. Beware of the water short right of the green when playing the second shot.

Hole 15

Stoke & Index

Par 3

14/16

Fairways markers

170m

155m

149m

115m

Hole 16

Stoke & Index

Par 4

6/10

Fairways markers

373m

366m

350m

272m

Hole 17

Stoke & Index

Par 4

4/2

Fairways markers

374m

348m

332m

305m

Hole 18

Stoke & Index

Par 4

18/12

Fairways markers

255m

248m

241m

Course Staff

Meet Our Greenkeeping Team

Our Greenkeeper Dave Baily joined Ballyneety in 2022, Dave previously worked in 2027 Ryder Cup venue Adare Manor. Dave and his team are the backbone of the course’s beauty and playability. With dedication, expertise, and a passion for the game, our team works tirelessly to maintain the course in pristine condition year-round. From early mornings to late afternoons, they ensure that every fairway, green, and bunker meets the highest standards for your enjoyment.

Practice areas

Perfect Your Game at Ballyneety – Premium Practice Areas

Whether you’re a beginner looking to improve your skills or an experienced golfer fine-tuning your swing, our club offers one of the best practice facilities in the country.

Our Practice Areas Include:

Driving Range – 15 Trackman Range bays, 16 outdoor Bays, 2 swing studios and 5 PGA Professionals
Putting Green
Chipping Green
Practice Bunker

Great Britain & Ireland Golf Course of the Year 2025

Ballyneety Golf Club had an immensely successful night at the 2025 Golf Course Awards, whereby the club was awarded the Affordable Excellence Award, as well as the flagship title of Great Britain & Ireland Golf Course of the Year.

General Manager John Leamy, along with representatives of the Management Committee were present to accept the awards.

The Golf Course Awards judging panel chaired by Nick Dougherty, former tour professional and current Sky Sports Golf presenter, reflected on Ballyneety’s success: “They are a course and a club that has enjoyed an exceptional year or two, delivering transformative upgrades across the board, including a successful overhaul of all 50 bunkers. Perhaps more importantly, Ballyneety are the very definition of a community-led club, with a dedicated team of volunteers ensuring the course and club continue to punch way above their weight. Their constant drive to move the bar, to create, and to inspire is hugely motivational – they are a great role model for all golf clubs looking to provide a wonderful experience, whilst supporting the community that houses it.”