Established in 1890, The Island Golf Club enjoys a spectacular setting bordered by water on three sides. Nestled in the remote and tranquil estuary between Donabate and Malahide, this classic links is set amongst some of the tallest and most dramatic sand dunes on Ireland’s east coast. Just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport and 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre, it is both accessible and delightfully secluded.
Overlooked by the charming village of Malahide, The Island is Ireland’s sixth oldest golf club and was ranked 10th in Irish Golfer’s Top 100 Courses in 2024. The course has hosted prestigious tournaments including Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship, stroke play qualifying for the British Amateur Championship, and the Irish Amateur Open.
Overlooked by the charming village of Malahide, The Island is Ireland’s sixth oldest golf club and was ranked 10th in Irish Golfer’s Top 100 Courses in 2024. The course has hosted prestigious tournaments including Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship, strokeplay qualifying for the British Amateur Championship, and the Irish Amateur Open.
This rugged and natural course is famed for its harmonious relationship with the surrounding dunes and coastline. The wind, strategic bunkering, and exceptional greens provide a stern but fair test. The signature hole, the par-3 13th, stretches over 220 yards along the beach, demanding both bravery and precision. Recent work by Mackenzie & Ebert has enhanced the course’s balance and playability, particularly on the front nine.
This rugged and natural course is famed for its harmonious relationship with the surrounding dunes and coastline. The wind, strategic bunkering, and exceptional greens provide a stern but fair test. The signature hole, the par-3 13th, stretches over 220 yards along the beach, demanding both bravery and precision. Recent work by Mackenzie & Ebert has enhanced the course’s balance and playability, particularly on the front nine.
Book your round at The Island Golf Club with 18Ireland and experience one of Ireland’s most spectacular and challenging links courses, where every shot is framed by towering dunes and breath taking coastal scenery.
Established in 1890, The Island Golf Club enjoys a spectacular setting bordered by water on three sides. Nestled in the remote and tranquil estuary between Donabate and Malahide, this classic links is set amongst some of the tallest and most dramatic sand dunes on Ireland’s east coast. Just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport and 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre, it is both accessible and delightfully secluded.
Overlooked by the charming village of Malahide, The Island is Ireland’s sixth oldest golf club and was ranked 10th in Irish Golfer’s Top 100 Courses in 2024. The course has hosted prestigious tournaments including Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship, stroke play qualifying for the British Amateur Championship, and the Irish Amateur Open.