Adare Manor Golf Club offers an atmospheric round through the historic parkland surrounding the village of Adare. Often referred to as the Old Course, this welcoming 18-hole layout is separate from The Golf Course at Adare Manor, which will host the 2027 Ryder Cup.

The par-69 course measures 5,807 yards, making accuracy and thoughtful course management more important than distance alone. Mature trees frame the fairways and can quickly punish misplaced drives, while the compact layout presents plenty of opportunities for golfers who keep their ball in play. Its manageable length makes it suitable for mixed-handicap groups, although the tree-lined holes still provide a serious challenge.

What makes Adare Manor Golf Club especially memorable is its historic setting. The remains of the 13th-century Desmond Castle provide a striking backdrop to the first and 15th greens, while the ruins of a 15th-century Franciscan Abbey stand near the centre of the course. The signature 14th is a 195-yard par three, played slightly uphill between mature trees with the old abbey forming part of the scenery.

Visitors also have access to a practice green, practice-net area, equipment hire and professional tuition by arrangement. The clubhouse provides food and refreshments after the round, while Adare’s traditional pubs, restaurants, thatched cottages and historic buildings are close by.

For golfers exploring County Limerick or building a wider golf tour through southwest Ireland, Adare Manor Golf Club offers an accessible and characterful alternative to the region’s larger resort and links courses.