Monkstown Golf Club

President: Mr John Cunningham
Head pro:
Manager:
Holes: 18 holes
Par: 70 - 73
Distance (men/women): 5370m - 4838m
Courcerating (men/women):
Slope (men/women):
Green Fee: 37 euro - 44 euro
Cart Fee: yes
Architect:

Is there a hotel: No
Is there a restaurant:

Extra info
Monkstown Golf Club rejoices in its distinguished history and its unique setting overlooking Cork's glorious harbour.

The antiquity of the site is evoked by the ruins of the old castle which provided the members with a distinctive club-house before the ravages of time turned the grand old building into an un-inhabitable place.

The shell that remains is a poignant reminder of past glories and of the once-proud building that enhanced such a glorious and significant site when it was built in 1636. It is fitting that its outline should form the crest of a club that was founded in 1908.

The original nine holes of the course draw the golfer to the crest of the hill and offer marvellous panoramic views of the broad sweep of the River Lee and Cork's busy lower harbour. It is worthwhile taking a moment, while your partners play, to savour the unique overview of the historic port of Cobh as well as the islands of Haulbowline, which is the Irish Naval base, and Spike, which is nowadays u