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Athlone Golf Club

It is a superb 18-hole parkland course situated on the shores of Lough Ree in the centre of the country bounded on three sides by picturesque Lough Ree. Beautifully designed, the course exploits the natural splendour of its surroundings, affording from its vantage points and from the modern strategically appointed clubhouse panoramic views of the lake and its wooded islands. Its tree-lined fairways and undulating terrain make it a true test of golf.

Ballinlough Castle Golf Course

Ballinlough Castle Golf Club is situated in the rich pastureland of North County Westmeath.It was founded in 1998 and affiliated to the Golfing Union of Ireland in April of 1999. The club also affiliated to the Irish Ladies Golfing Union. Ballinlough was formed to be a members controlled equal status club, with the sole intention of getting the best course possible, with the land at the disposal.

Delvin Castle Golf Club

Delvin Castle Golf Club combines the stately setting of a castle demesne with one of the warmest welcomes in the midlands. Steeped in history, the spacious layout makes full use of the mature parkland with spectacular views across North Westmeath. If your idea of golf is to relax, then this is the place for you. Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the midlands while improving your golf on this magnificent course. A visit to the Irish midlands would not be complete without a round of good golf at Delvin Castle. After your golf the purpose-built clubhouse serves a lunch and dinner menu with bar snacks available daily.

Glasson Golf Hotel

Glasson Golf and Country Club is one of the country's finest golf courses.The course is the work of legendary Irish golfer Christy O'Connor Jnr. It is an interesting and very challenging parkland course that enjoys quite magnificent panorama. The Irishman once said of his design: "One of the most scenic pieces of land I've ever seen in my life, with the first nine holes overlooking Lough Ree and the second nine Killenure Bay. There is nothing I've seen that comes close to that." Visitors are welcome but advised to book in advance to avoid disappointment.