Golfing With Views of the Atlantic by Aidan Boyle



Lahinch Golf Club - Dough, Lahinch, Co. Clare


Lahinch Golf Club - Dough, Lahinch, Co. Clare

On Saturday I had the pleasure of being able to see Lahinch Golf Club in county Clare. Lahinch Golf Club is a links golf course in western Ireland, in the town of Lahinch on the northwest coast of County Clare in northern Munster. It is situated approximately thirty-two kilometres northwest of the town of Ennis.

It was the most beautiful golf course I have ever seen. It’s right on the water and about 10 minutes away is the Cliffs of Moher. Saturday was one of the best days on the trip so far and I’ll remember it forever.


Aidan Boyle

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