Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club

Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club

Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club – Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club is situated just 1 km from Stranorlar. The club is regarded as one of the unsung heroes of Ulster’s wonderful golf courses. Members and visitors alike enjoy one of the most pleasant and picturesque 18 hole parkland tests in this part of Ireland.

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W: www.ballybofeyandstranorlargolfclub.com

At 5922 yards it is not particularly long but has been so designed by architect, P.C. Carr, that it requires every club in the bag. As with all good parkland courses it is pleasing to the eye – all the fairways are tree-lined and are rapidly maturing. The fifth hole at almost 500 yards around Lough Alan, with the clubhouse towering in the background, creates a magnificent setting which is complemented by excellent views of the Finn Valley and the surrounding Donegal Mountains.

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History

Ballybofey golf club was formally founded on January 22nd 1957, under it’s first president Mr Willie Raitt and Mr John Joe Kennedy as founder Captain. Initially the course was nine hole and was opened for play in June 1958. In the absence of a clubhouse the first presentations were made from the backof a tractor!

An old wooden and corrugated iron clubhouse was soon bought and proved to be a greatsuccess in the formative years of the club with many a lively night and local story told- a friendly,hospitable atmosphere that still thrives today.

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A nine hole layout was never going to be enough for such a hard working committee though and, greatly helped by a very successful run of Friday night bingo in the Butt Hall, the club finally purchased the land for a second nine holes which were opened for play in 1978.

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Holes: 18-hole undulating parkland course not very long yet challenging
Length: 5922 yds
SSS: 68
Course Designer: PC Carr
Visitors: Unrestricted
Societies: Welcome if previous arrangements made with secretary
Facilities: Restaurant, Changing facilities, Pro shop, Club and Trolley hire

At 5,339, meters par-69 with a standard scratch of 68 off the blue tees this scenic golf course is a pleasure for professionals and amateurs alike.There is a state of the art clubhouse where the visitor is assured of a warm welcome and all the facilities one expects at a top class golf club.

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