golf waterford

Established 1993 Course opened for play on May 1st 1993 and is located six miles from Waterford City. Set amidst the tree-scaped surrounds of Faithlegg, the course is just under 7000 yards from the championship tees. Some wicked slopes and borrows on the immaculate greens, plus undulating fairways and strategically placed water hazards are just some of the features packed into this Paddy Merrigan designed course; he sensitively integrated the course into a landscape textured with mature tr...

Established 1912 Attractive parkland course designed by James Braid, which is renowned for the quality of the greens and friendly atmosphere. The first nine demands accuracy from the tee. The back nine is more forgiving and features a great closing stretch with a classic finishing hole. Here the drive is struck from an elevated tee with an all-round view to a narrow fairway which winds its way downhill, between score-threatening gorse, to a receptive green 400 yards away....

Designed by Des Smyth and Associates, the course offers a unique experience to any discerning golfer. Ireland's only true island course and yet within two miles of Waterford city centre, it was laid out on 250 acres of lush parkland and incorporates four artificial lakes which fit well into the wooded landscape.

The course is a fine test of golf, requiring accuracy and length; the superb sand-based and well-bunkered greens provide an excellent all-year round challenge. A visit to Wa...