Great Golf Getaways – Old Head Golf Links

By Nick HewittDecember 25, 2017

LAST UPDATED: 7/28/23 – Old Head Golf Links Review

Old Head Golf Links is an experience, unlike anything we have had the pleasure to play. The course offers stunning views and fantastic hole designs that will leave you wanting more. Be prepared for windy conditions and practice your bump and run!

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Course Info

Location: Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland
Number of Holes: 18
Designer: John O’Connor & Patrick O’Connor
Cost: $213-$356

Par and Rating

Our Thoughts

Located in County Cork on the South West Coast of Ireland, Old Head Golf Course is simply a must-play if you are planning a golf trip to Ireland. The stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean crashing against the cliffs can be seen on all eighteen holes, and nine of the holes play along the cliff tops.

The sea breeze definitely plays a factor and it changes directions frequently. The course will challenge even the best players, but the multiple tee options allow the course to be fun for all.

Signature Hole – Hole 12

One of the most jaw-dropping holes on the planet! This par five plays 564 yards from the back three tees. On this hole, you get a very real, and intimidating, sense of the magnitude of your surroundings as you gaze at an uphill tee shot to a fairway draped on Old Head’s cliffs with the ocean crashing on either side.

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If you would like to check out some of the other golf course reviews that we have done, I have linked to some of the other reviews for you to check out in my Old Head golf links review below.

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Photo Gallery

Here are some of the other photos we took of this gorgeous golf course. We hope this inspires you when planning your next great golf getaway!

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Published by Nick Hewitt

I love to travel, especially to view wildlife and play golf. I have spent the last decade traveling to some amazing places and have taken some great photos along the way. I really enjoy learning as much as I can about the places and people I see in my travels. I also enjoy observing and learning about some of the beautiful wildlife I see. I find the best stories come from the locals and I purposely seek out these folks. I look forward to future travels and will post some of the stories and photos along the way! View all posts by Nick Hewitt