Episode 3 Archives - Golf's Greatest Holes

Adare Manor

Fully redesigned and rebuilt in 2016-2017 to championship-worthy specifications, with the very latest in course technology and construction methods, The Golf Course at Adare Manor offers a spectacular golfing experience amid the breath-taking surroundings of a parkland estate. Legendary golf architect Tom Fazio has created a golf course which thoughtfully explores the true character of the terrain, revealing new levels of discovery at every turn.

Paul plays the dazzling 16th. A par 3 over water. Teeing off in the shadow of the magnificent Manor House and with a small green to hit this is the ultimate test of nerve.

Lough Erne

As the gateway to North West Ireland, Lough Erne Resort provides the ultimate 36-hole golf experience. Featuring two championship golf courses including the renowned Faldo Course; golfers can also hone their skills at The Golf Academy, or practice at the all-weather driving range.

Chris plays the 10th. A classic risk and reward hole. Play safe with an iron and you will be left with a simple wedge to a green surround by the loch. Or you can go for it with a driver and be putting for an eagle. It’s a big decision!

Holywood

Rory’s back garden! Set high in the Holywood Hills of County Down, Northern Ireland, this picturesque 18-hole parkland course boasts some of the best views of Belfast. The proud home of PGA professional Rory McIlroy, this stunning course has much to offer the keen golfer.

Paul and Chris play the 13th. It’s a par 4 with incredible views of Belfast as you play your second. But you have to clear a big valley before that!

County Louth

Located in the historic Boyne Valley region on the East coast of Ireland, the County Louth Golf Club was founded in 1892. In 1938, Golf architects Tom Simpson and Molly Gourlay redesigned the course. A par 72, measuring 7,031 yards from the back tees, this championship links is known for providing one of the purest and fairest tests of links golf in the world.

Chris plays the 14th at a course Paul describes as the ultimate test of links golf. There are no bunkers on this hole but with the breeze coming off the Irish Sea, and a green with hidden humps and hollows, you have to be at your best to score par.

Ballyliffin

Ballyliffin is Ireland’s most northerly golf club, located off Tullagh Point on the Atlantic Edge of the Inishowen Peninsula. This wild and wonderful course staged the 2018 Irish Open. The newer Glashedy route is intertwined with the Old course, with their holes weaving their way through the wild sand dunes.

Paul plays the devilishly difficult 14th. A par 3 into the wind blowing off the Atlantic Ocean. The views are spectacular, not least the famous Glashedy Island. Who cares if you get par. Well apart from Paul that is!