Golf’s Greatest Holes: Ireland

Genre: Sport

Duration: 6 x 30mins

Episode 1: 

The series kicks off with Paul playing the stunning and legendary Hole 4 at The Old Head Golf Links, which perches on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The lighthouse on the horizon, lines up with the green of the Hole and overlooks the beautiful course. Next up, Paul and Chris travel to Ardglass Golf Club to play the 11th Hole, with the “original” Coney Island in the background. From there, it is the oldest club on the island of Ireland, The Royal Belfast, where Chris plays a tough 11^th Hole in the middle of the club’s “Amen Corner”. Finally, Paul plays in the driving rain at Carne Golf Links at the edge of County Mayo. He has never played before at Carne and despite the wild weather he has a fantastic time as he challenges the 10^th Hole.

Episode 2: 

The Episode starts at the lovely Ballycastle Golf Club near the Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland. At this spectacular course, Chris and Paul play the 7^th Hole which runs alongside the beach, with views of Rathlin Island. Chris leaves Paul briefly and heads over to Glasson where he plays the 5^th Hole, a beautiful downhill par three. Meeting up again, the pair head to The Portstewart Golf Club where they take on the 1^st Hole, a magnificent par 4 with stunning views of the beach. On a beautiful summer’s day, Chris travels to Mount Juliet, with the ducks and swans keeping him company as he plays the exquisite 3^rd Hole. Finally, Paul is off to the K Club near Dublin. Here he plays the 16^th Hole where he took on Tiger Woods in the Ryder Cup.

Episode 3: 

Adare Manor is the first course for Paul in Episode Three of the series. Paul tees off next to the magnificent Manor House, and takes on the 16^th Hole which is a par three over water. Chris is off to the North West of the island of Ireland to play at Lough Erne Resort, featuring two championship golf courses. He plays the 10^th Hole, which could be fantastic or a real disaster! Next up, the pair are off to Rory McIlroy’s home club, Holywood. Paul and Chris play the 13^th Hole, with beautiful views of the city of Belfast. County Louth is on the East Coast of Ireland by the sea, and the breeze over the cliffs causes some challenges for the golfers. Finally, Paul plays the tricky Hole 14^th at Ballyliffin, a par 3 playing into the wind, so a tough end to the episode!

Episode 4: 

The picturesque Portmarnock Golf Club is the first destination for Episode Four. Paul reminisces about the Walker Cup as he plays the 14^th Hole. Between the Wicklow Mountains and the Irish Sea, Chris finds himself at Druids Glen. With waterfalls, lakes and unparalleled views, Chris almost forgets he is playing golf. He battles with the 13^th Hole which is one of the most dazzling par 4’s in the world. Rosapenna Golf Club has important memories for Paul as this is where he fell in love with the game of golf. As a youngster, Paul used to caddy for his dad at Rosapenna. He plays the par 3, 14^th Hole which he loves. Meanwhile, Chris plays the 18^th Hole at Galgorm Castle, a fantastic hole with a green surrounded by water. Finally, Paul returns to one of his favourite courses at County Sligo. He plays the 14^th Hole, a really tough par 4.

Episode 5:

Lahinch Golf Club, with its stunning views across the Liscannor Bay, begins this episode. Paul loves the short par 4 at Hole 13, calling it the best “risk and reward hole in Ireland.” Next up, Chris visits the home of legendary Solheim cup star Leona Maguire, and plays the challenging Par 5 13^th Hole at PGA Slieve Russell. Chris and Paul meet up again just outside of Belfast at the Malone Golf Club. They play the wonderful par 3, 15^th Hole there, amidst the beauty of the 270-acre estate. Chris then travels to just outside of Dublin to Carton House, and plays the 18^th Hole on the Montgomerie course. Finally, Paul travels to Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, located in the Killarney National Park. He plays the 18^th Hole at Mahony’s Point and drinks in the sweeping views.

Episode 6: 

Paul kicks off the episode playing the 15^th Hole at Enniscrone, with its sweeping views of Scurmore beach and the beautiful Ox Mountains, in 400 acres of magnificent links. As he’s taking that shot, Chris is travelling down to Waterville, where he plays the dramatic par 5, 18^th Hole. With wild red hares racing in and out of the dunes, the course is truly wonderful. Next up, Paul and Chris get together to play the wonderful Royal Portrush. The pair play the big hitter 5^th Hole, with a dramatic approach, this is a fantastic hole. Chris then travels to the renowned Royal County Down with its magnificent backdrop of the Mourne Mountains. He plays the 4^th Hole, a tough par 3, with a challenging headwind. Will he succeed? The final step on the journey is the fantastic Luttrellstown Golf Club, a course that means so much to Paul. The pair take on the 11^th, a pretty par 4, and this concludes their wonderful golfing adventure around the island of Ireland.

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