Fota Island Golf Club

[Nathan Garcia]

Looking for a golf holiday package in Ireland? Fota Island Golf club
is an ideal destination for your golf holiday package. It is situated
in the heart of a 780 acre estate. Fota Island Golf club is just a few
minutes drive away from both the international airport as well as the
passenger ferry terminal of Cork City. This golf club has a splendid
par 71 championship course featuring purposely placed bunkers and
rolling putting surfaces.
A new course designed by Christy O'Connor and Peter McEvoy was
developed at Fota Island in 1993. Large scale redesigning of the
course was undertaken by Jeff Howes Golf Designs. The course reopened
with 18 greens in September 1999. The Fota Island Golf Club has hosted
several Golf Championships including the European Seniors Open, the
Irish Open, the Irish PGA Championship and the Irish Amateur Open.
When you select the Fota Island golf club for your golf holiday
package you get to play three wonderful courses.
The Deerpark, impresses even the most experienced professionals with
its receptive greens and strategic bunkering. This course hosted the
Irish Open in 2001 and 2002.
The Belvelly, includes the new nine-hole layout developed by Jeff
Howes. It is a Par 72 course stretching over 7121 yards from the
championship tees. This course consists of some unique and exciting
features, to challenge even the most competitive golfers.
The Barryscourt, also incorporates the new nine-hole layout. It is a
Par 73 course with 7362 yards. This course provides a great
opportunity to produce a good score which is characterized by gently
undulating greens. What's more the newly designed Par 38th hole is
cleverly guarded by a variety of hazards to reward those who possess
the advantage of an accurate tee-shot.
The clubhouse
The exterior of the club house at Fota Island golf club still retains
the original stonework and the original country feel that merges
easily into the surrounding landscape. The interior of the Clubhouse
is the result of extremely creative conversion of old stone farm
buildings. However, inside its not just like a conventional club
house, rather one is presented with a luxury( that you can enjoy as
part of your golf holiday package ) that is more like a top-class
hotel, facilities of locker rooms are also available with the
wonderful ambience of The Spike Bar.
Meetings and parties can also be organized in the clubhouse. The
clubhouse offers a meeting room and has dining options for up to 120
guests, serving only the highest quality Irish cuisine to be enjoyed
as part of a golf holiday package . It is just ideal for a Corporate
Group, Society or even an intimate wedding party.
The Spike Bar
One can relax in the pleasant atmosphere of the Spike bar after a
day's golf game overlooking the Deerpark course. After a day of hectic
golfing you can taste excellent traditional Irish cuisine at the Bar
all this can be part of your golf holiday package
The pro shop
Next to the Clubhouse there is a purposefully built, an extensively
well stocked Pro Shop. That offers golf apparel, accessories, prizes
and of course, golf equipment from the majority of the well-known golf
brand names. There are highly qualified staffs to assist you with any
queries you may have with your golfing equipment. The staff is also
well aware of the latest trends and fashions and is happy to assist
you, ensuring you look well on the course. Fota Island pro shop offers
a range of products from golf prizes or corporate gifts, from golfing
gear to Waterford Crystal or jewellery that is ideal for your needs.
No matter which of the three courses you choose, one thing is for
sure, at Fota you'll always be guaranteed true championship golf in
true championship style. There is no doubt that choosing Fota Island
Golf Club as your golf holiday package gives you value for money.
Discover the beauty of this ideal golf holiday package destination and
enjoy playing golf at one spectacular golfing venue with three
breathtaking courses.