Ardglass, green mountains in Irish, hangs on the edge of the east coast 30 miles (yes they use miles in Northern Ireland) south east of Belfast. The Ardglass golf club began in 1896 and presented another distinct style and architecture versus our first two outings. It also holds the record of having the oldest building to house a clubhouse.
1405 !!!
Unlike our previous experiences Ardglass isn’t a links course but many holes skirt the sea and wind is a MAJOR factor.
Did I mention the wind. Typical is 8-12 mph. We had 25-30 although with the ups and downs of the terrain there were some sheltered areas. On top of the hill the par 3 17th at 163 yards dead into the wind played 50 yards longer.
A great day made better by the very comfortable temperatures and excellent caddies.
Following our round and a cuppa tea we set off for Londonderry, 2 1/2 hours north east. That will be our home for the next nine nights as we explore the north coast and enjoy six rounds of golf. Tomorrow is a “pit day”, I.e. no golf so lots of touristy things on the agenda.
The Bennetts On Tour 