It has been described as ‘The St Andrews of Ireland’ and many other complimentary titles.
Those who know and love the place firmly believe that Lahinch Golf Club doesn’t need comparison with any of the game’s other world class venues. From the infant days back in 1892 up to today, the Club has stood out on its own merits as a golfing institution like none other.
The legendary Old Tom Morris set the highest standards for the course from the outset. He was followed by equally celebrated architects Charles ‘Mo’ Gibson and Dr Alister MacKenzie. In more recent times, the expertise of Dr Martin Hawtree ensures its place in the higher echelons of all golf rankings.
Lahinch is a key destination on the Wild Atlantic Way, on the edge of the Burren National Park (UNESCO recognised Global and European Geopark) and only 10km from one of the world’s great natural wonders, the Cliffs of Moher.

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Fun Fact:
The goats were a great guide to the weather at Lahinch. If they were seen hovering around the clubhouse the weather prospects were not good. But once the goats made their way out to the outer regions of the sand hills, then weather prospects were good and the day was sure to be fine. In the 1960’s when the Club Barometer broke down, Secretary/Manager at the time, Brud Slattery, hand wrote a note on the barometer “See Goats”.
Host To:
South of Ireland Amateur Championship, 1997 Ladies' Home Internationals, 2003 Jacques Léglise Trophy, 2005 Men's Senior Home Internationals, 2019 Men's Home Internationals, 2019 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open, 2024 Arnold Palmer Cup, 2026 Walker Cup

What can a non-golfer do nearby?
Visit the Cliffs of Moher - Ireland's second most visited tourist attraction.
Visit the Burren National Park - internationally famous for its landscape and unique flora.
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Driving Distances
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Shannon
Killarney
Dublin
60 min
160 min
180 min

Best Food or Drink at Halfway House or Clubhouse
Fresh Scampi in a Crispy Batter with Ranch Sauce & a pint of Guinness.
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