The Bar/restaurant area has been upgraded with new flooring in the Conservatory, a new display cabinet and curtaining and other minor improvements( this is thanks to funds raised by Ms Phil Murphy and her colleagues). We are currently replacing the front entrance door and the outside door to the Mens Locker room. It is intended to upgrade the Mens and Ladies locker rooms when funds allow, and it is recognized that the resurfacing of the Car park is a high priority for the Club
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On the Course, improvements have also been carried out as per the Development Plan. To date the ponds on the 9th and the 18th have been filled in replaced with bunkering and/or mounding. New tees have been provided on the 4th(mens), 9th(Ladies), 11th(mens and ladies), 14th(ladies) and 18th(ladies). Bunkers have been closed or refurbished and new bunkers provided on the following holes: 1st ,6th, 7th, 9th ,11th, 16th and 18th.
The remaining work to be completed includes the 5th, 8th , 14th and 17th.
This will be carried out as funds allow and with minimum disruption to Members.
The details of the event are as follows:
1. The Competition is a four person team, two scores to count
2. Entry fees: Member 15, Guest of member 25, Visitor only team 30 per person.
3. A Member can book in more than one line for his/her guests( member not required to play with his/her guests)
4. In order to manage the timesheet for both days, all bookings are via the Pro Shop (021 4773258).
5. A member who is unable to play may wish to sponsor a hole or provide a prize and this will be greatly appreciated.
The Club is seeking the support of our Members to make the fundraising event a success and to enter as many Teams as possible over the two days.
Our Junior Cup and Barton Shield go to Thurles this weekend for the Munster Finals. The play on both Saturday for the Junior Cup and Sunday for the Barton Shield, will commence at 8am.
Inter-Provincial Champions Munster this week at Slieve Russell.Eoghan has been in great form, as he backed up his win in the Connacht U14 Championship with a third place finish at the Leinster U14 Championship this week.
It was an incredible day at Dundrum House as our Jimmy Bruen Shield team bought home our first national pennant.It was a fantastic day, with incredible golf seen. The Amateurs won on the day, but the real winners were the deserving causes. With a little push the amount raised could break the €5,000 – and that would be an incredible achievement. On behalf of Ger, Ian, Cathal and John I would like to thank all those who donated, the sponsors, the caddies and spectators for making the Challenge such a massive success.
The collection boxes will be in the pro shop until the weekend, or you can donate online at http://www.isgolfcoaching.com/pro-shop-challenge.
It was a busy weekend at Farrangalway and at St Andrews, congratulations to Eugene O’Callaghan – winner of the Captains Prize, and to John Murphy, winner of the St Andrews Links Trophy John proudly wearing his club top.
The Golfer of the Year rankings after 7 events have been released. Anthony Broderick is tied with Alan Duggan for the lead.
The trials and tribulations of playing well and being in contention are documented by Team Barrett
Another blog from Team Barrett, its that time of year …
Course Improvement Plan
Work on the course, as detailed in the development plan, continues as the weather permits. New bunkering on the 6th, 7th and 16th have made a terrific improvement, and will be well tested this coming season.
The comprehensive improvement plan has been submitted by Ken Kearney Golf Design. The plan is located on the Club Documents page.
Kinsale Golf Club has a long and distinguished history and can trace its origins back to 1880.
It is situated 5 kilometers from the Historic town of Kinsale and is just over 20 kilometers from Cork City. The course is in a rural setting and has stunning views of the surrounding countryside. It measures 6,935 yards and consists of two nine hole loops finishing at the Clubhouse. The Club has played host to major tournaments including the All Ireland Finals of the Cups & Shields in its Centenary year 2012. The Club has a full range of practice facilities including , 6 bay driving range, putting and chipping greens, Pro Shop and Catering facilities. Attractive Green Fee rates are available, click here for details.
Kinsale is the southernmost town on the Wild Atlantic Way. The town is known as the Gourmet Capital Of Ireland with a large selection of restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels to suit every budget. There are many sandy beaches nearby with sailing and fishing well catered for. It is an ideal location for those planning a golfing holiday.