Planning an epic trip around Northern Ireland's best greens? Let us help you out with a van or minibus hire

Northern Ireland is famous for its breath taking landscapes and world-renowned golf courses, offering the perfect blend of challenging links and picturesque greens set against stunning coastal backdrops. With some of the best golf courses in the world, it's a dream destination for golf enthusiasts. To make the most of your golfing adventure, hire a SVRgo vehicle, providing plenty of space for your clubs and ensuring a smooth, comfortable ride as you tour Northern Ireland’s most iconic courses. Here’s a list of some of the top golfing destinations that should definitely be on your radar:

1. Royal County Down Golf Club

• Location: Newcastle, County Down
• Consistently ranked among the best courses in the world, Royal County Down is famous for its challenging links, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Mourne Mountains. The Championship Course is particularly well-regarded, with natural hazards, fast greens, and breath-taking views of the Irish Sea.

2. Royal Portrush Golf Club

• Location: Portrush, County Antrim
• Royal Portrush is another world-famous links course, known for hosting The Open Championship, most recently in 2019. The Dunluce Links is the club's crown jewel, offering a thrilling challenge with undulating fairways, deep bunkers, and stunning coastal scenery.

3. Portstewart Golf Club

• Location: Portstewart, County Londonderry
• Portstewart's Strand Course is widely considered one of the best in Ireland, featuring towering dunes, sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, and a layout that demands precision. It's a must-play for any golf enthusiast visiting Northern Ireland.

4. Ardglass Golf Club

• Location: Ardglass, County Down
• Ardglass offers a unique seaside golfing experience, with holes running along steep cliffs and historic features like the ancient castle clubhouse. The course is known for its unreal views and challenging conditions, especially when the wind picks up.

5. Castlerock Golf Club

• Location: Castlerock, County Londonderry
• Nestled along the coast, Castlerock is a classic links course with rolling dunes, tricky greens, and stunning vistas. The Mussenden Course is the most famous, offering a rewarding test for golfers of all levels.

6. Galgorm Castle Golf Club

• Location: Ballymena, County Antrim
• Galgorm Castle is a top parkland course, known for hosting the Northern Ireland Open. The course is set in the historic grounds of Galgorm Castle, featuring mature trees, water hazards, and well-manicured fairways, offering a different style of play compared to the coastal links.

7. Lough Erne Resort

• Location: Enniskillen, County Fermanagh
• Lough Erne offers a luxurious golfing experience with two championship courses: the Faldo Course and the Castle Hume Course. The Faldo Course is the standout, with its challenging layout surrounded by the stunning lakes of Fermanagh.

8. Clandeboye Golf Club

• Location: Bangor, County Down
• Clandeboye offers two contrasting 18-hole courses, the Dufferin and the Ava. The Dufferin Course is particularly noteworthy, with rolling parkland, mature trees, and scenic views over Belfast Lough and the Mourne Mountains.

9. Holywood Golf Club

• Location: Holywood, County Down
• Known as the home course of Rory McIlroy, Holywood Golf Club offers a more relaxed but still challenging experience. The course is set on rolling terrain with beautiful views of Belfast Lough and the surrounding countryside.

These courses showcase the very best of Northern Ireland's golfing landscape, seamlessly blending challenging play with some of the most breathtaking scenery you'll find anywhere in the world. From dramatic coastal views to lush, rolling hills, each course offers a unique experience that will test your skills while immersing you in the region's natural beauty. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an avid enthusiast, the incredible variety of courses here ensures there's something for every level of golfer. To explore these stunning locations at your own pace, hiring a vehicle from SVRgo is the perfect choice. With ample space for your golf clubs and the freedom to travel between these iconic spots comfortably, you’ll be all set for an unforgettable golfing journey.

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