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Old Course

All you need do to understand the quality of golf on offer here is to look to the list of famous names that have left their fingerprints on the course. Old Tom Morris was heavily involved in Lahinch’s formative years and Dr Alistair Mackenzie – he of Augusta National and Cypress Point fame – has since sprinkled his magic dust over the links, resulting in one of the most enjoyable tests of golf in Ireland; one that Phil Mickelson certainly has a soft spot for. Of the links at Lahinch, the legendary left-hander said, “I’m actually a member at Lahinch. Lahinch is one of my favourite golf courses in the world.” While the setting here is pure, quintessential links and so enchanting it seems fairytale-like, it is however, double-edged. Totally exposed to the elements, the course’s character can change in a heartbeat so be prepared for a rough ride should the weather take a turn for the worse. One thing that never changes though; is the inherent challenge the course presents. Quite simply, Lahinch is a shot-maker's haven and somewhere where the grip it and rip it mentality will more likely than not, prove to be futile and often catastrophic. Golfers are required to employ their creativity and innovation to offset awkward stances created by the endlessly rippling links land. Discipline, patience, and perseverance are required to combat patches of heather and gorse, not to mention the sometimes relentless wind. Intimidating, all or nothing tee shots, ingenious bunker placement – one of Mackenzie’s hallmarks – and several blind shots also add to the challenge and charm of the Old Course. For lovers of links golf, Lahinch is simply not to be missed.