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Fota Island Golf Club
Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork, Ireland
Fota Island sits tranquilly in Cork Harbour, just a short drive from Cork City, which is Ireland's second largest city. Ideally located in Ireland's southwest, Fota Island's great golfing neighbours include the likes of Ballybunion, Killarney and Waterville to name just a few.
A traditional parkland golf course, Fota Island is kept in immaculate condition year round. The club is located within a 780 acre estate, which also houses the Fota Island Wildlife Park and is included in the "Inventory of Outstanding Landscapes of Ireland", while the splendid woodland and water features combine to create a challenging layout.
Arguably one of the finest golf course challenges in the region, Fota Island was the venue for the 2001 and 2002 Murphy's Irish Open. A classic championship venue, Fota has also hosted the Irish PGA Championship and no fewer than three Irish Amateur Opens, and most recently the Irish Seniors Open in June 2006.
The splendid woodlands are woven into a challenging course which is very much in the traditional mode, featuring pot bunkers and undulating putting surfaces.
The Clubhouse is currently closed as it undergoes a 3 million euro renovation programme and shall re-open in March 2007.
In addition, Fota Island now boasts a state of the Art Golf Academy featuring the GASP swing analysis system and the SAM Puttlab. An exciting new nine championship holes in keeping with the existing course is due to open in Summer 2007. The new nine holes feature a world class layout with some very challenging features to test the most competitive golfer.
Discover Cork's newest luxury destination, the Sheraton Hotel is located just a few minutes drive from Cork City and situated only 20 minutes drive from Corks International Airport. The Hotel incorporates the world class island spa complete with 18 treatment rooms, hydrotherapy and thermal suites and an indoor swimming pool. The development also includes 250 residential lodges. These luxury properties are strategically located throughout the estate and radiate unsurpassed style both inside and out.
No. of holes: 18
Length: 6927 yards
Par: 71
Course Type: Parkland
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