The course measuring 6,700 sq. yards from the blue tees has been described by Dermot as “a gently undulating elevated terrain framed on all sides by mature trees… creating a seductively restful environment”.
No sharp inclines impedes the older golfer and of further delight to the senior player are the extensive
buggy paths that meander through all the 18 holes.
Designed by the golf course Architect, Jonathan Gaunt, the course can be described as modern with
large undulating greens. The green complexes described by legendary professional golfer David
Jones as “superb” allow for numerous and varied pin positions. Jones goes on to describe the par 3
holes as amongst the best he has seen during his long golfing career.

All par 3 holes are guarded or prefaced by lakes increasing the challenge with large bale-out areas
for golfers of all handicaps.

The short par 3 11th hole will undoubtedly become the signature hole
described by Jones “a beautiful hole” set out on a lake measuring over 3 acres. The hole allows the
brave player to take on the expanse of the water or the more timid or perhaps the more thoughtful
player the carry over the water can be reduced by aiming for the large bale out to the left of the green.
The green is framed by a sloping Donegal rock wall that enhances the charm of the hole and makes it
very memorable. The back tees create a special challenge. Tees are numerous on all holes.
Lakes come into play on seven holes. The ladies have the option of taking the water on directly or
using the more than adequate safe options or bale outs. These are fully lined lakes with extensive recirculation systems to ensure that the water is always fresh and inviting to the player but hopefully
not to the golf ball. Marshes come into play on a number of holes. Castleknock golf course is a
unique location, modern in design; it will gratify all golfers due to its varied tee positions, its ease of
traverse and its very special location.
A marriage of old-world elegance and modern design

John Jennings is the Course Superintendent. John is regarded as one of the most experienced golf course Superintendents in the country. He has extensive experience in modern grass types, management and grow-in and he has devoted all his life to golf course maintenance and management.
John and his staff will bring the course to its final maturity, ready for the golfer. At the moment he has a
winter staff of 3, all trained green keepers. This will expand to 12 at peak growing-in time. John’s team are Ken Kelly; Assistant - John Murray; Green Keeper and Ciaran Grant, Green Keeper.

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