Enniscrone was awarded the Irish Golf Course of the Year for 2025 at the Golf Course Awards, held at the Emirates Stadium, London.
The award represents another milestone for the club, which was founded in 1918 and has since expanded to 27 holes along the shores of Killala Bay.
The Dunes Championship course is one of Ireland’s best links, with rugged terrain and towering seaside dunes.
The Dunes officially opened in 2001, after six new additional holes designed by Martin Ebert and Donald Steel were added to the 18-hole layout that Eddie Hackett created in the 1970s. As good as Eddie’s layout was, the six extra holes took the course to new heights.
After receiving news of the award, Enniscrone Managing Director Keith O’Neill said: “We are incredibly proud to have been named Ireland’s Golf Course of the Year.
“This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication and passion of our entire team – from our staff to the many volunteers who have contributed so much over the years. Their commitment to excellence has helped make the course what it is today.”
Enniscrone, like many Irish links, is making changes to improve the course and the golfing experience. These changes are being made by the highly regarded McKenzie and Ebert.
This is a left-wing thriller and one of the greatest golfing adventures on the island. It’s exciting, it’s untamed, it’s brilliant. It should be played by everyone.
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