Castlemartyr golf club Cork
Castlemartyr Golf Course
Castlemartyr links Golf Resort is an 18 hole, 6,728 yd, Par 72, inland links style course. It is the creation of renowned golf course designer Ron Kirby, whose credentials were honed on such Irish masterpieces as , the Old Head, and Mount Juliet , as well as Gleneagles in Scotland . In Castlemartyr Mr. Kirby has developed an inland links style course that creates a visually pleasing yet testing experience.
The course is designed to be challenging and pleasurable for players of any calibre. Castlemartyr Golf Club provides first class service across all aspects of the golf spectrum, from the course, to the Club House and Pro Shop.
Golfers will certainly enjoy the setting of this golf hotel.
Stay and Play offers contact Breffne on 021 421 9013 or email bcostello@castlemartyrresort.ie
Golf Society offers contact Ashley on 021 421 9015 or email amullaney@castlemartyrresort.ie
At Castlemartyr Golf Course we welcome pay and play guests. Private golf tuition with our PGA qualified professional can be arranged through pre bookings.
Castlemartyr Links Golf Club is not the only option for guests looking for golf breaks. We have packages that offer other local courses offering world-class golfing within stunning countryside and coastal locations all within easy reach of the hotel.
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 80-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2020 (Down-1);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 79-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2019 (Up-1);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 80-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2018 (Same);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 80-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2017 (Down-1);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 79-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2016 (Down-2);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 77-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2015 (Down-4);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 73-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2014 (Down-1);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 72-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2013 (Up-4);
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 76-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2012;
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 74-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2010;
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 76-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2012;
Castlemartyr was voted the No. 74-ranked golf course in Ireland, by "Golf Digest Ireland" in 2010;
| Green Fees Monday to Thursday April to Oct.: | €50 |
| Green Fees Friday & Sunday April to Oct.: | €60 |
| Green Fees Saturday April to Oct.: |
€70 |
| Green Fees Residents Saturday to Friday April to Oct.: | €45 |
| Green Fees Monday to Friday November to March: | €40 |
| Green Fees Residents Monday to Friday November to March: | €35 |
| Green Fees Friday, Saturday & Sunday November to March: | €50 |
| Green Fees Residents Saturday to Friday November to March: | €40 |
| Green Fees with Member: | €25 |
| Green Fees for Mens Opens: | €30 |
| Green Fees for Ladies Opens: | €20 |
| Practice Area: | Yes |
| Club Hire: April to Oct.: €50 |
Yes |
| Buggy Hire: €35 |
Yes |
| Electric GPS Trolley: €15 | Yes |
| Pull Trolley: €4 | Yes |
| Soft Spikes: | Yes |
| Membership Available: | Yes |
| Full Membership Fee: | €1,200 |
| Full Couples Membership Fee: | €1,695 |
| Full 5-Day Membership Fee: | €900 |
| Full Senior Membership Fee: | €900 |
| Full Senior 5-Day Membership Fee: | €700 |
| Full Ladies Membership Fee: | €699 |
| Full Intermediate 25-30 Membership Fee: | €650 |
| Full Intermediate 18-24 Membership Fee: | €450 |
| Full Juvenile 10-17 Membership Fee: | €150 |
| Full Joining Fee: | €2,000 |
| Course Type | Parkland |
| No Holes | 18 |
| Members | 150 |
| Designer | Jeff Howes |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Address | Castlemartyr Resort, |
| Telephone | +353 (0)21 421 9001 |
| golf@castlemartyrresort.ie | |
| Website | Castlemartyr golf club website |
| Golf Operations: | Breffne McKenna |
| Captain: | Eddie Harty |
| Lady Captain: | Frances Millerick |
| Presidents': | Vin Reddy |
| Vice-Captain: | Gerry O’Leary |
| Hon. Secretary: | Alan Ahern |
| PGA Pro: | Alan Gleeson |
| Hon. Treasurer: | Joe Wall |
| Comp. Secretary: | Peter Bowden |
Course Layout
Location Map
Lat:51.907215
Long:-8.065939
General Facts & Information
| Course opening hours: Daylight hours | Clubhouse opening hours: Dawn to Dusk |
| Mobile phones: Not on course |
Dress Code: Neat and casual, no denim |
| Catering: Light meals | Days to Avoid: None book in advance |
| Green Fees and Societies Welcome: Midweek & Weekends | Pre-booking for open Tournaments: 14 Days in advance |
Castlemartyr Golf Club Fixtures 2021 provisional*
| Open & Major Fixtures 2021 (to be Confirmed) |
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| Event | Start | Finish | Type | Duration |
| Captain's Drive-in | Sunday 14 March | Closed | 1 | |
| President's Prize | Saturday 5 June | Closed | 1 | |
| Lady Captain's Prize | Closed |
1 |
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| Captain's Prize | Saturday 4 September | Closed | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 3 March | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 10 March | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford | Saturday 13 March | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 17 March | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 24 March | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites |
Wednesday 31 March |
Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 1 April | Open | 1 | |
| Open Weekend | Saturday 3 April | Sunday 4 Apri | Open | 2 |
| Open Weekend | Sunday 4 Apri | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 7 April | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 8 April | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 14 April | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 15 April | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 21 April | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 22 April | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford | Friday 23 April | Sunday 24 April | Open | 3 |
| Singles Stableford | Saturday 24 April | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford | Sunday 25 April |
Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 28 April |
Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 29 April |
Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 5 May | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 6 May | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 12 May | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 13 May | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 19 May | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 20 May | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 26 May |
Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 27 May |
Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 2 June | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 3 June | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 9 June | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 10 June | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 16 June | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 17 June | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 23 June | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 24 June | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 30 June | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 1 July |
Open | 1 | |
| Templar Shield Play-off 3-Person Scramble | Sunday 4 July | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 7 July | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 8 July | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 14 July | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 15 July | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 21 July | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 22 July | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 28 July |
Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 29 July |
Open | 1 | |
| Junior Scratch Cup | Friday 30 July |
Sunday 1 August | Open | 3 |
| Junior Scratch Cup | Saturday 31 July |
Open | 1 | |
| Junior Scratch Cup | Sunday 1 August |
Open | 1 | |
| Inter. Scratch Cup | Friday 30 July | Sunday 1 August | Open | 3 |
| Inter. Scratch Cup | Saturday 31 July |
Open | 1 | |
| Inter. Scratch Cup | Sunday 1 August | Open | 1 | |
| Minor Scratch Cup | Friday 30 July | Sunday 1 August | Open | 3 |
| Minor Scratch Cup | Saturday 31 July |
Open | 1 | |
| Minor Scratch Cup | Sunday 1 August | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 4 August | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 5 August | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 11 August | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 12 August | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 18 August | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 19 August | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 1 September | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 2 September | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 8 September | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 9 September | Open | 1 | |
| Senior Scratch Cup | Sunday 12 September | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 15 September | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 16 September | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 22 September | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 23 September | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 29 September |
Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 30 September |
Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 6 October | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 7 October | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 13 October | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 14 October | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 20 October | Open | 1 | |
| Ladies Singles Stableford | Thursday 21 October | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 27 October |
Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 3 November | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 10 November | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 17 November | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 24 November | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 1 December |
Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 8 December | Open | 1 | |
| Singles Stableford Whites | Wednesday 15 December | Open | 1 |
Card of the Course
| Key | Data |
| White | Par 72 SSS 72 6,262 yd's |
| Red | Par 73 SSS 73 5,541 yd's |
| Blue | Par 72 SSS 73 6,790 yd's |
Card
| Hole Name | Hole No. | Blue | White | Par | Index | Red | Par | Index |
| Hole 1 | 1 | 328 | 291 | 4 | 12 | 257 | 4 | 16 |
| Hole 2 | 2 | 423 | 398 | 4 | 6 | 360 | 4 | 2 |
| Hole 3 | 3 | 184 | 144 | 3 | 10 | 102 | 3 | 18 |
| Hole 4 | 4 | 513 | 481 | 5 | 8 | 436 | 5 | 6 |
| Hole 5 | 5 | 211 | 189 | 3 | 2 | 156 | 3 | 8 |
| Hole 6 | 6 | 297 | 276 | 4 | 18 | 246 | 4 | 12 |
| Hole 7 | 7 | 364 |
342 |
4 | 14 | 309 | 4 | 10 |
| Hole 8 | 8 | 519 | 498 | 5 | 4 | 461 | 5 | 4 |
| Hole 9 | 9 | 306 | 287 | 4 | 16 | 245 | 4 | 14 |
| Out | 3,145 | 2,906 | 36 | 2,572 | 36 | |||
| Hole 10 | 10 | 436 | 407 | 4 | 1 | 366 | 4 | 1 |
| Hole 11 | 11 | 566 | 566 | 5 | 9 | 481 | 5 | 3 |
| Hole 12 | 12 | 192 | 162 | 3 | 13 | 120 | 3 | 17 |
| Hole 13 | 13 | 361 | 313 | 4 | 17 | 264 | 4 | 15 |
| Hole 14 | 14 | 240 | 213 | 3 | 7 | 174 | 3 | 11 |
| Hole 15 | 15 | 563 | 544 | 5 | 15 | 502 | 5 | 9 |
| Hole 16 | 16 | 405 | 382 | 4 | 11 | 338 | 4 | 13 |
| Hole 17 | 17 | 407 | 384 | 4 | 5 | 330 | 4 | 5 |
| Hole 18 | 18 | 475 | 428 | 4 | 3 | 394 | 5 | 7 |
| In | 3,645 | 2,906 | 36 | 2,969 | 37 | |||
| Total | 6,790 | 6,262 | 72 | 5,541 | 73 | |||
| SSS | 73 | 72 | 73 |
Notable rounds
Men's Course Record: 68 Ray Sullivan (5) Pro 63 Brady Sherwood 14/11/2010
Ladies Course Record:
Members Achievements
For such a young club Castlemartyr Golf Club had a wonderful run in the Irish Senior Cup in 2014 when they reached the Munster Semi-Finals at Shannon Golf Club on 17th August.
They played the qualifies at Cork Golf Club on 12th and 13th July, where they beat Kinsale by 4-matches to 1-match, they then beat Mallow Golf Club by 3½-matches to 1½-matches, they followed this by beating Douglas Golf Club by 3-matches to 2-matches.
They drew Limerick Golf Club in the Munster Semi-Final and were led by Kenny McGarry who had a 2-hole win over Eoin O’Brien, he was followed by Kieran McCarthy who lost out to Pat Murray by 3 and 2, next up was Mark Shanahan who went down to Mark McGrath by 4 and 3, the penultimate match of John O’Brien against Darragh Fitzgerald was a 2-hole win for the Limerick team, the bottom match of Davey Barry against Michael Reddan was halved.
History of Castlemartyr
Roll of Honour
| Member | Year | Hon. Position |
| Brendan Harrington | 2011 | Men's Captain |
| Brendan Harrington | 2012 | Men's Captain |
| Gary Quail | 2013 | Men's Captain |
| John Paul Twomey | 2014 | Men's Captain |
| Tommy Hartnett | 2015 | Men's Captain |
| Claire O’Brien | 2016 | Lady Captain |
| Tony Loughnane | 2016 | Men's Captain |
| Peter Alliss | 2016 | President |
| Kate Heffernan | 2017 | Lady Captain |
| Michael Lee | 2017 | Men's Captain |
| Peter Alliss | 2017 | Hon. President |
| Lesley O’Leary | 2018 | Lady Captain |
| Donal Golden | 2018 | Men's Captain |
| J. P. Towmey | 2018 | President |
| Peter Alliss | 2018 | Hon. President |
| Mary Arigo | 2019 | Lady Captain |
| Anyhony O'Dwyer | 2019 | Men's Captain |
| J. P. Towney | 2019 | President |
| Peter Alliss | 2019 | Hon. President |
| Frances Millerick | 2020 | Lady Captain |
| Eddie Harty | 2020 | Men's Captain |
| Vin Reddy | 2020 | President |
| Peter Alliss | 2020 | Hon. President |
| 2021 | Men's Captain | |
| 2021 | President | |
| 2021 | Hon. President | |
| Mark Shanahan (+2) |
2021 | Lowest Men's Handicap |
Holes in One at Castlemartyr
| Member | Date | Hole No. | Club Used | Distance |
| 6th | 221 yd's |
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