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The Links Thread

FixdePitchmark

So - how about a thread about Links Golf.

I know many will say - but it fits into other threads.

But (IMO) - it doesn't in many ways.
Be it , the best deals to play the classics,
the 8 iron from 90 yards.

I think we need our own thread (A Links Golf Thread) - (This is not an Epic Thread)

There is a small bunch of golfers here, that are in this links space. I hope we can build it into a group that play the big ones in Ireland and UK.

Let's face it, running around under pine trees and taking your ball out of a pitch mark is not every-bodies cup of tea.

So , be it, The Hillary Society ,links grass types, or whatever ?

this is The Links thread.

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Neewollah

golfguy1 wrote: »

Know what u mean. I had ballyb and castlegregory 2 weeks ago
And ballyb and tralee this week (weather permitting)
Dooks next week
Love links golf

What were ypur thoughts on Castlegregory. I think Its a fantastic little links challenge. Used to play it a lot as a teen on holidays. Must be over 10 years since I played it

golfguy1

Neewollah wrote: »

What were ypur thoughts on Castlegregory. I think Its a fantastic little links challenge. Used to play it a lot as a teen on holidays. Must be over 10 years since I played it

Stunning
Best 9 hole course I've played
Tough challenge aswell

Neewollah

golfguy1 wrote: »

Stunning
Best 9 hole course I've played
Tough challenge aswell

Great to hear. Never hear it mentioned to much in comparison to the courses around it but it's a real gem and a great place to sharpen your links game because it tests everything. I must make an effort to get down and play it again soon

Kiith

ChippingSodbury wrote: »

Played Enniscrone off the Blue Tees yesterday (1st visit this year). Rubbish weather for the 1st 3 holes but then dried up. There was a good breeze blowing. It is a great test of ball-striking! I still think it is let down by 12th and 13th. 14th to 16th must be right up there with 3 of the best consecutive holes anywhere in the world.

How are the greens? They were pretty bad when we played last year, so hoping they are better now. Playing there in just under 3 weeks.

the lawman

Played the Kilmore 9 at Carne last Friday and I doubt you’ll find a better 9 holes anywhere. The par 3s in particular are incredible.

We played it in 40 kph winds and trusting some of the lines was tough. A must visit if you love your links.

Deporhostia

Kiith wrote: »

How are the greens? They were pretty bad when we played last year, so hoping they are better now. Playing there in just under 3 weeks.

Greens were excellent 3 weeks ago

Kevinmarkham

Kiith wrote: »

How are the greens? They were pretty bad when we played last year, so hoping they are better now. Playing there in just under 3 weeks.

When did you play?

I played it twice last year and the greens were as perfect as they have ever been - I've been playing there every year for 10 years.

willabur

They were in perfect nick two weeks ago for me.

Links greens always tend to be a bit slower, especially when compared to summer time parkland.

ChippingSodbury

Kiith wrote: »

How are the greens? They were pretty bad when we played last year, so hoping they are better now. Playing there in just under 3 weeks.

Very good on Sunday

mk7775

Played Enniscrone two weeks ago in perfect weather, greens were in top condition. I thought all my putts rolled really well and all the greens were a consistent pace.

One of the most enjoyable rounds I've played (playing well also helped!). Great course.

A few weak holes around 6-9 in the flat part of the property furthest away from the dunnes, but 11 through 16 are all great holes. Drove the green on 13 with my provisional by accident which was a nice bonus!

Would play again tomorrow, especially for €45 (was a Friday late afternoon rate)

Jim Stynes

Any good comps to play on Sunday (30th) and Monday (31st August). An open or somewhere that’s got half decent green fees. I’m not really up for paying £200 green fees for Royal County Down. I’m from the North so somewhere in Ulster or as far as Dublin.

thewobbler

Jim Stynes wrote: »

Any good comps to play on Sunday (30th) and Monday (31st August). An open or somewhere that’s got half decent green fees. I’m not really up for paying £200 green fees for Royal County Down. I’m from the North so somewhere in Ulster or as far as Dublin.

It’s not links but Killeen Castle has opens both days and is definitely worth a trip. Less than an hour from Newry.

Seapoint open on Tuesday.

Jim Stynes

thewobbler wrote: »

It’s not links but Killeen Castle has opens both days and is definitely worth a trip. Less than an hour from Newry.

Seapoint open on Tuesday.

I’m off Monday. I’ve looked at Killeen castle before. Is it a good course? And most importantly is it dry? That’s the reason why I’m asking for a links course. With the rain we’ve had most courses are probably like a bog.

redhill

Jim Stynes wrote: »

I’m off Monday. I’ve looked at Killeen castle before. Is it a good course? And most importantly is it dry? That’s the reason why I’m asking for a links course. With the rain we’ve had most courses are probably like a bog.

Excellent course, I’d say pretty dry too, doesn’t get anywhere near as wet as say a Concra or Farnham estate
Doesn’t have any really standout holes, but a great flow to the place. Top 4/5 parklands in Ireland in most lists I would reckon

jams100

Jim Stynes wrote: »

Any good comps to play on Sunday (30th) and Monday (31st August). An open or somewhere that’s got half decent green fees. I’m not really up for paying £200 green fees for Royal County Down. I’m from the North so somewhere in Ulster or as far as Dublin.

Druids glen have opens on Mondays I think. One of my favourite courses, possibly a little wet though but well worth playing once imo

stretchaq

jams100 wrote: »

Druids glen have opens on Mondays I think. One of my favourite courses, possibly a little wet though but well worth playing once imo

European has a fourball better ball Sunday €75

jams100

stretchaq wrote: »

European has a fourball better ball Sunday €75

Is there a link or do you have to ring?
Take it that is €75 each

stretchaq

jams100 wrote: »

Is there a link or do you have to ring?
Take it that is €75 each

Ring then ya €75 each, I’m actually out at 10.30, I will be the fella in the long grass all the time

The_Kew_Tour

Got to play Ballybunion 2 days in a row. Thursday was windy and wet. Torture but still enjoyed it

Yesterday was beautiful day. Totally different wind direction. Felt like different course.

Something so pure about playing links.

Thankfully got play links golf 5 times this year and each time has been a joy no matter the weather.

thewobbler

Baltray doing an fourball on Thursdays in September.

€240 a team including €40 towards a meal.

FixdePitchmark

thewobbler wrote: »

Baltray doing an fourball on Thursdays in September.

€240 a team including €40 towards a meal.

In fairness that is the best yet ?

thewobbler

FixdePitchmark wrote: »

In fairness that is the best yet ?

I’d say that that’s a pretty solid deal myself. It’s off peak but it’s still high season.

For comparison I’m getting both Rosapennas and Portsalon for €160 (over a weekend) in early October. Which is utterly fantastic value. Baltray is now tagging (occasionally) into the same pricing territory even though it’s only 30 mins for a million people.

rooney30

Some great deals
out there at the moment lads . Make the most of it . This is once in a lifetime value that won’t be seen again once mass immunization becomes a reality , and normal service is resumed.

Whiplash85

rooney30 wrote: »

Some great deals
out there at the moment lads . Make the most of it . This is once in a lifetime value that won’t be seen again once mass immunization becomes a reality , and normal service is resumed.

Mass immunisation isn't a reality.
Normal service wont resume like before. At least not for 10 years. We had 10m visitors last year. 3m americans. It took years to get to that level. It will all depend on what's left of aviation industry.

FixdePitchmark

Whiplash85 wrote: »

Mass immunisation isn't a reality.
Normal service wont resume like before. At least not for 10 years. We had 10m visitors last year. 3m americans. It took years to get to that level. It will all depend on what's left of aviation industry.

Jaysus that is very negative.

I see things being sorted within a year.

bmay529

thewobbler wrote: »

Baltray doing an fourball on Thursdays in September.

€240 a team including €40 towards a meal.

Where can we find this offer? Sounds like a good deal

thewobbler

bmay529 wrote: »

Where can we find this offer? Sounds like a good deal

It’ll be released on their BRS tomorrow night I believe

rooney30

Whiplash85 wrote: »

Mass immunisation isn't a reality.
Normal service wont resume like before. At least not for 10 years. We had 10m visitors last year. 3m americans. It took years to get to that level. It will all depend on what's left of aviation industry.

If we are sitting here in 10 years time still getting discounted rates on our famous links because of covid 19 then I’ll eat my hat

FixdePitchmark

rooney30 wrote: »

If we are sitting here in 10 years time still getting discounted rates on our famous links because of covid 19 then I’ll eat my hat

I'll eat my bat.

willabur

My cat is looking nervous