Curragh Golf Club

Since those early years, Golf has been played over this area of the Curragh Plain by many of the Scottish and English Regiments and, after 1922, by the newly formed Irish Defence Forces and local civilian population.

While the layout of the course may have changed over the years since 1852, the unique surface that is the Curragh has given pleasure and, at times, torment to all who love the game of golf. Affiliated to the Golfing Union of Ireland in 1898, the club’s course has evolved over the intervening years into its current challenging format, due to the dedicated efforts of generations of its members.

Adjacent to the golf course is a major military establishment and the willing assistance given by members of the Irish Defence Forces over the years since 1922 has created an important bond which has resulted in the unique situation where Captaincy of the club alternates bi-annually between civilian and military members.

The Curragh, a plain of over 4,700 acres, is vested in the Minister for Defence and is an amenity open to be enjoyed by all. It is also the home of the Irish Horse Racing Industry and location of the Curragh Racecourse, where the Irish Derby is held annually.