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Awaken your Giant Spirit
In recent years celebrity chefs like Paul Rankin and Michael Deane have done a lot to boost Northern Ireland’s food and drink credentials. While many of their restaurants have made Belfast a culinary hotspot, their influence and that of others is felt across the country. Nowhere more so than in County Down.
You’ll find an amazing range of places to stay in and around County Down. There are hotels, coastal cottages and campsites with sea views to die for. There are ancient castles and period buildings steeped in history and atmosphere.With big crowds expected to descend on Newcastle for both the Pro-Am and tournament days of The Irish Open, plan ahead to avoid congestion and pick the travel option that best suits you.
County Down‘s rolling hills, majestic mountains and island-dotted loughs are the perfect backdrop for a relaxing short break. Use this 3-day itinerary for inspiration on the best things to see and do on your next trip to the county.
This is the county that is home to Northern Ireland’s most dramatic mountain range, gave Game of Thrones® its Winterfell castle, has the largest sea lough in Great Britain and Ireland and is St Patrick’s last resting place. Phew!
- Looking for suggestions for your short break to the Mourne region of County Down? Use this pre-built itinerary to find out more about some of the area's top attractions, eateries and places to stay.
- Find information for the AMGEN Irish Open from our partners Visit Mourne Mountains including spectator information, fringe events and extending your stay.
- As proud hosts of The Irish Open 2024, The NI Open and The 153rd Open arriving in 2025, Northern Ireland is #MadeForGolf. There's a variety of challenging and enjoyable parkland and links courses for golfers of all experience levels to enjoy. Check out our great value Stay and Play offers today and start planning your next golf trip.
Nearby Golf Courses
Awaken your Giant Spirit
- Located 30miles from Belfast on the beautiful County Down coast, Ardglass Golf Club is links as it should be.
- Encapsulated by a wealth of unspoilt natural beauty, this superb course presents a myriad of challenging holes, while a newly built clubhouse offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for food and relaxation.
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- This parkland course measures 6,120 yards, and with tight tree lined fairways, fast and true greens and well placed bunkers provides a serious test of shot making.
- Bright Castle Golf Club is a 18 hole parkland course located in County Down with stunning views of the Mourne Mountains and nearby Bright Castle.
- This 18 hole par 67 course is located in idyllic scenery with spectacular panoramic views of the Mourne Mountains and surrounding countryside. Mayobridge has been created to follow the contours of the land giving a mixture of par 3s, 4s and 5s.
- This very attractive parkland course overlooking the dramatic scenery of Carlingford Lough has hosted several high profile events including the Irish Professional Championship and a Ladies’ European Tour.
- The Club is one of the oldest in Ireland, formed in 1893. County Armagh Golf course is widely considered one of the best parkland courses in Ireland.
- Banbridge Golf Club is situated in the heart of beautiful County Down countryside, conveniently situated 25 miles south of Belfast, easy access from the main Belfast to Dublin Road. A mature parkland course with stunning views over the countryside.
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