Heathland  ·  Templenoe

Ring of Kerry Golf Club

Ring of Kerry Golf Club sits high above the Kenmare River estuary at Templenoe, offering one of the most panoramic golfing settings in Kerry. Founded in 1998, the course was design...

71Par
6,663Yards
HeathlandType
€45From

About Ring of Kerry Golf Club

Ring of Kerry Golf Club sits high above the Kenmare River estuary at Templenoe, offering one of the most panoramic golfing settings in Kerry. Founded in 1998, the course was designed to take full advantage of its elevated hillside position, with views that extend across the water to the Beara Peninsula, the mountains of West Cork and the islands of Kenmare Bay. This is heathland golf at its most scenically rewarding.

The course measures 6,663 yards at a par of 71, and plays through a combination of heathland and moorland terrain typical of west Munster's upland landscapes. The design by Ron Kirby creates a series of dramatic uphill and downhill holes where accurate driving is rewarded and errant shots find heather, gorse and rough that demand respect. The elevated fairways mean the wind plays a significant role on every hole throughout the year.

Ring of Kerry Golf Club offers exceptional value at €45–€65 per round, with no handicap certificate required. The club is genuinely welcoming to visiting golfers and presents a compelling option for those travelling the Ring of Kerry route. Kenmare town, just 10 minutes away, provides excellent accommodation and some of Kerry's finest restaurants, making Ring of Kerry Golf Club an ideal addition to any Kerry golf itinerary.

Scorecard

Representative yardages from the medal tees — confirm with the club prior to play

Tee 123456789 YdsPar
Front 9 Yds 385175420528378395165532386 3364
Front 9 Par 434544354 36
Back 9 Yds 402373183545388365178415390 3239
Back 9 Par 443544344 35
Total 18 holes · Medal tees 660371

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need before you play Ring of Kerry Golf Club

Ring of Kerry Golf Club is a heathland course — distinguishable from links golf by its inland setting, absence of sandy dunes and the prevalence of heather, gorse and moorland rough. The elevated setting above the Kenmare River estuary gives it characteristics of a moorland course, with dramatic views and exposed conditions that can produce formidably difficult playing conditions in wind.
The course measures 6,663 yards from the back tees at a par of 71. It plays longer than the yardage suggests due to the combination of elevation changes and the prevailing westerly wind, which affects ball flight significantly. Shorter tee options are available for those who prefer a less demanding test.
The views from Ring of Kerry Golf Club are among the most spectacular of any inland course in Ireland. The course sits high above the Kenmare River estuary, with panoramic vistas taking in the mountains of the Beara and Iveragh Peninsulas, the islands of Kenmare Bay, and on clear days, the distant mountains of West Cork. Photography tends to slow rounds slightly.
Yes — the club is approximately 10 minutes from Kenmare, one of Kerry's most attractive and well-provisioned towns. Kenmare has excellent restaurants, shops, accommodation and traditional music venues. The combination of the course and Kenmare town makes for a very enjoyable golf break without the crowds of the more famous Kerry courses.
Walking is the preferred mode of play at Ring of Kerry Golf Club, though the elevation changes and the length of some holes make a buggy a sensible option for those with mobility concerns. The hillside terrain gives some holes a genuinely strenuous walking character. Caddies are not routinely available but trolleys are.

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