Located in the picturesque seaside village of Castlerock, just five miles west of Coleraine, Castlerock Golf Club is a true gem on Northern Ireland’s famed Causeway Coast. Nestled among sweeping sand dunes and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and River Bann, this stunning destination offers a classic links golf experience in one of the island’s most dramatic natural settings.
On clear days, golfers are treated to views of Scotland and the Isle of Islay, making Castlerock not only a challenge to play, but a joy to behold.
Castlerock Golf Club offers two distinct links courses, each providing its own flavour of challenge, scenery, and charm:
The Mussenden Links Course is the club’s flagship—a traditional championship links originally crafted by Ben Sayers and Harry Colt, and later refined by Dr. Martin Hawtree in 2017 and 2019. With its rolling dunes, undulating fairways, and ever-present coastal winds, this 18-hole test rewards strategic shot-making and precise play.
Standout holes include the infamous 4th hole, “Leg O’ Mutton”—a daunting 200-yard par 3 bordered by a railway on the right and a burn on the left, with a raised green that demands accuracy and nerve.
The Bann Course is a delightful nine-hole layout that combines links character with a shorter, more relaxed format. It’s ideal for golfers seeking a scenic, less time-consuming round, while still enjoying the natural beauty and quality playability that Castlerock is known for. The par-5 signature hole is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in Irish golf.
At 18Ireland, your Castlerock Golf Club experience is designed around what you want. Whether you’re simply looking to book a tee time, or you’re after a complete package with luxury accommodation, transport, and premium club hire, 18Ireland delivers exactly what you need—your golf, your way.
Book your Castlerock Golf Club experience with 18Ireland today, and discover why this championship links remains one of Ireland’s premier coastal golf destinations. Every view, every hole, and every challenge will stay with you long after your final putt.
Located in the picturesque seaside village of Castlerock, just five miles west of Coleraine, Castlerock Golf Club is a true gem on Northern Ireland’s famed Causeway Coast. Nestled among sweeping sand dunes and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and River Bann, this stunning destination offers a classic links golf experience in one of the island’s most dramatic natural settings.
On clear days, golfers are treated to views of Scotland and the Isle of Islay, making Castlerock not only a challenge to play, but a joy to behold.