Druids Glen Course, Druids Glen Golf Resort
As a leading Golf Course in Wicklow, Druids Glen is often referred to as "The Augusta of Europe". The flora and fauna of the Glen provide a colourful backdrop to a magnificent golf course. The forests and streams produce a haven for wildlife in what was once a home to the Druids.
Design duo Pat Ruddy and Tom Craddock were given the brief to create the best inland golf course in Ireland. The classic parkland course features many signature holes and provides golfers with a thrilling golf experience amidst a beautifully manicured landscape - which is why Druids Glen is considered one of the top golf resorts in Ireland.
The Druids Glen name originates from a stone altar of pre-christian worship, which was discovered during the construction of the golf course, in the thickly forested area overlooking the 12th Green. Today, a Druid stands proudly at the site as a reminder of the history of the Glen.
Druids Glen was the Home of the Irish Open for 4 years from 1996 - 1999. In 1996 & 1997, seven-time European No.1 Colin Montgomerie won the title. In 1998, he was denied a hat-trick of victories by David Carter in a dramatic playoff. In 1999 record Irish Open crowds witnessed teenager Sergio Garcia from Spain produce a final round 64 to capture his first professional victory. Druids Glen has also played host to many of the world's great golfers, including "Major Winners": Nick Faldo, Ernie Els, Seve Ballesteros, John Daly, Ian Woosnam, Jose-Maria Olazabal, Retief Goosen and Sandy Lyle. The course also hosted the Seve Trophy in 2002. This event saw the leading Tour Professionals of Great Britain & Ireland play their counterparts from Continental Europe. The teams were captained by Colin Montgomerie and Seve Ballesteros.
In 2000/01 Druids Glen was honoured to receive the award of European Golf Course of the Year, from the International Association of Golf Tour Operators.
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Recommended Itinerary
Accommodation at the Druids Glen Golf Resort playing golf on the:
- Druids Glen Course
- Druids Heath Course
