Kirkistown Castle Golf Club
Course Information
Kirkistown Castle Golf Club, County Down is an 18 hole, par 69 (6167 yard), traditional fast and firm links golf course designed by James Braid in 1902.
18 holes | Par 69 | 6167 yards | Private | Links
About Kirkistown Castle Golf Club
Golf Club Overview
Address: 142 Main Rd, Cloughey, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 1JA United Kingdom
Tel: 028 4277 1233
Golf Pro: Niall Mullen | Tel: 028 4277 1004
Golf Club Facilities
Click the following link to find out what facilities are available at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club and read frequently asked questions.
Visitor Information & Green Fees
Price Guide: £££££
Tee times available to Visitors 7 days per week bookable online and by contacting the Club directly. PLease visit the Club web site for full Visitor information regarding the Club and area.
Midweek Guide: From £35 *
Weekend Guide: From £40 *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
- 5 Day Membership Available
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Courses & Scorecards
| Course | Tee | Par | SSS | Yards | ||
| Kirkistown Castle Golf Club | White | 69 | 70 | 6167 | ||
| Kirkistown Castle Golf Club | Green | 69 | 69 | 5917 | ||
| Kirkistown Castle Golf Club | Red | 73 | 74 | 5652 | ||
Kirkistown Castle Golf Club Reviews
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GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.08
AVERAGE RATING 4.4
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What the club says: Experience the magic of Irish Links Golf at its finest at Kirkistown Castle. Although a par 69, this course is a challenge for even the best of players, indeed it is dotted with many deep revetted bunkers and possesses some of the most difficult par 4’s in Irish golf. With majestic elevated greens and tees the views of country and coast are simply stunning; the course plays firm and fast which requires a traditional style of strategic play. Kirkistown Castle is the boyhood course of Rory McIlroy's Coach, Mr Michael Bannon who remains an Honorary Member and still comes home to play when time permits! The closest links course to Belfast, only 45 minutes drive time.
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David rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 21 2025
Tooky
Played this course last year and was absolutely fantastic dayReviewer Rating
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Golfer An rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 15 2024
Good Course, tough test of golf
What a great links golf course. Really good condition, and the Greens are superb, stay out of that rough though...Reviewer Rating
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A Golfer rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 2 2023
Great condition course with superb views and friendly staff.
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David M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 29 2022
Good lynx course. Greens where consistent but tricky.
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Ian M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 26 2021
Great Course
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Mark T rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 7 2021
Great course. Just one small problem when one of the memvers was extremely rude calling me vulgar names when i went of to the right a bit on one of the holes i played. Apart from that very enjoyable course to play.
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Chris R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 20 2021
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Chris R rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 9 2019
Very challenging course
Excellent course, very well kept... very dry course even in the wet weather. Greens are like putting on glass tho lolReviewer Rating
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Stuart W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 2 2019
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Robert B rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 14 2019
Super Course
This course was recommended to me by the PGA pro at Ballycastle when I mentioned that I couldn't get a tee time at Ardglass for this particular day. It proved to be a great recommendation. The pro at Kirkistown Castle was very helpful and welcoming pointing out particular features of the course which made for a nice start. Fairways are in great condition a reasonable width which is a good thing as the rough is particularly punishing at the moment (mid July). Greens were immaculate with plenty of subtle changes and a fast pace. Bunkers are proper bunkers as befitting a true links course. There are significant elevation changes on many holes but I can't think of a blind shot being required on any. The restaurant is well worth a visit after your round. Would I play here again? Yes, on Tuesday - it was that good.Reviewer Rating
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Robert M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Nov 27 2018
Great Winter Venue
As a links course it's well known as one of the best courses to play when the weather conditions would make others courses almost unplayable. At any time of the year it presents a strong challenge.Reviewer Rating
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John D rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 6 2018
Worth a visit!
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Gordon M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed May 8 2018
Good course for 'year round' golf.
A seaside course with many challenging holes and greens which are slick and tricky to putt on at any time. Being on a sandy base, the course can be played all year with only a couple of holes on the back nine where you will see water only at the wettest times. Good course to practice your links skills.Reviewer Rating
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Stephen J rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 19 2018
for this time of year the course was is great condition, green were very quick. will defo be back. club house was good crack and food was very good
(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 77 Handicap: 14.8)
(Round played: Feb 2018 - Score: 77 Handicap: 14.8)
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Jonny C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 10 2017
A challenging course with some difficult holes needing accuracy over distance, a nice introduction to anyone wanting to try links golf.
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 86 Handicap: 13.3)
(Round played: Jun 2017 - Score: 86 Handicap: 13.3)
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Scott B rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 9 2016
Kirkistown is a really good links course and usually worth the hassle you have to go through to get there. When you get through East Belfast and reach Newtownards, you have to negotiate, a winding B road that demands all your concentration. Its 42 miles from my location, Carrickfergus, but it took us 90 minutes to make the trip. The greens had obviously been hollow tined recently and they were bumpy and and impossible to stop your ball, niot a good experience.
(Round played: Apr 2016 - Score: 94 Handicap: 14.2)
(Round played: Apr 2016 - Score: 94 Handicap: 14.2)
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Darren T rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 4 2015
course was in excellent condition, food was superb and a quick service
(Round played: Oct 2015 - Score: 98 Handicap: 26.1)
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Philip H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 6 2015
If you like links golf you'll love it here. A very testing round of golf with some great views. A must for any golfer.
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Graham V rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 24 2014
A course you can play all year round.
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Paul Fitzpatrick /Wales rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 19 2013
Brilliant golf course and unbelievable value for money. Contains two of the hardest holes I have played in my life (10th and 12th). Along with Ardglass a must play if golfing in N. Ireland.
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Steven M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 30 2013
Very windy! Tough to control ball for high handicap player like me!
Course in great condition!!
(Round played: Jan 2013 - Score: 105 Handicap: )
Course in great condition!!
(Round played: Jan 2013 - Score: 105 Handicap: )
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Steven M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jan 15 2013
1st time at Kirkistown. And really enjoyed it! Greens are in amazing condition considering the weather of late.
Bit tricky to find your way if your on your own. I was with member.
Excellent days golf!
(Round played: Jan 2013 - Score: 89 Handicap: )
Bit tricky to find your way if your on your own. I was with member.
Excellent days golf!
(Round played: Jan 2013 - Score: 89 Handicap: )
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Ross G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 3 2012
Great links course, in great condition. Greens were some of the best I've played and must be immaculate in summer.
Well signposted on the course with quality tees, toilet at the tenth plus water fountain.
Good test of accuracy and length off the tee.
Highly recommended!
(Round played: Nov 2012 - Score: 95 Handicap: 20.8)
Well signposted on the course with quality tees, toilet at the tenth plus water fountain.
Good test of accuracy and length off the tee.
Highly recommended!
(Round played: Nov 2012 - Score: 95 Handicap: 20.8)
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Ross G rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Dec 2 2012
Excellent links course, in superb condition given the amount of rain this year. The greens were immaculate and the course itself well thought out to test accuracy and the need for length in a few holes. Would highly recommend to anyone, well worth the money.
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Robert P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 10 2011
Not widely known, but as good as any links course outside the Royals in Northern Ireland.
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Kirkistown Castle Golf Club Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of a driving range at this venue.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club.
Is there a golf pro shop at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes there is a golf pro shop which you can access prior to your round of golf or visit to the golf club.
Are there changing facilities at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club.
Can you hire buggies at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Buggy hire is available and will be subject to availability. Call prior to your visit to confirm you requirements.
Can you hire golf clubs at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Kirkistown Castle Golf Club prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes you can order food for dining at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club
Is there accommodation at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Kirkistown Castle Golf Club?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Kirkistown Castle Golf Club for further details.
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