Golf Breaks in the Irish Heartlands

Esker Hills

Tullamore, Co. Offaly

• Designed by Christy O'Connor Jnr
• Home course to 2019 Open Championship winner Shane Lowry
• 3 miles from Tullamore

The Heritage Resort

Killenard, Co. Laois

• Designed by the 5 time major winner Seve Ballesteros and Jeff Howes
• Sensational views of the Slieve Bloom Mountains
• 5 lakes and a stream running through the course, there is water on no fewer than 10 holes

Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club

Athlone, Co. Westmeath

• Designed by Christy O'Connor Jnr
• Located on the shores of Lough Rea, affording picturesque views from every hole
• Has played host to a range of regional and international championships
• Awarded the Golf Resort of the Year in 2011 (IGTOA)

Tullamore Golf Club

Tullamore, Co. Offaly

• Sensational backdrop of the Slieve Bloom mountains
• Classic parkland in style, measuring just over 6,200 yards from the back tees
• Awarded the 2019 Best Parkland Course in the Hidden Heartlands of Ireland by Golfers Guide

Portarlington Golf Club

Portarlington, Co. Laois

• Founded in 1908, situated 2.5 miles West of Portarlington
• Designed by the acclaimed Eddie Hackett
• Par 71 at close to 6,500 yards from the back tees

Other Irish Heartlands Courses

Mount Temple
Established: 1991 | Par: 72 | Length: 6481 yards

Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club

Glasson, Co. Westmeath

• 4 star hotel
• Room views of the stunning Lough Ree
• Glass-fronted restaurant overlooking Killinure Bay
• 5 miles from Athlone

The Heritage Resort

Killenard, Co. Laois

• 5 star hotel
• Views overlooking the onsite championship course and the surrounding Slieve Bloom mountains
• State of the art spa facilities, offering 70 different treatments
• Fantastic range of outdoor activities, including tennis courts and a 3 mile walking track

The Killeshin Hotel

Portlaoise, Co. Laois

• 4 star hotel
• Located on the outskirts of the charming Portlaoise
• Onsite Zest Health Club has a sauna and steam room to enjoy

Tullamore Court Hotel

Tullamore, Co. Offaly

• 4 star hotel
• Great city centre location in Tullamore
• Elegant decor throughout the hotel
• Leisure club offering a gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room

Nightlife

The Irish Heartlands are home to a wide selection of traditional pubs and bars, head to Athlone or Tullamore for a great evening out on the tiles!

• Sean's Bar, Athlone (Bar)
• Brewery Tap, Tullamore (Pub)
• The Malt House, Athlone (Pub)
• Palace Venue, Tullamore (Nightclub)
• The Snug Bar, Athlone (Bar)
• Karma, Athlone (Nightclub)

Restaurants

There is a diverse range of culinary delights to enjoy whilst exploring the Irish Heartlands, from fine dining local cuisine to fast food outlets, you are sure in for a treat!

• Bacchus Restaurant, Athlone (Mediterranean)
• Captain House, Tullamore (Seafood)
• The Villager, Glasson (Local Cuisine)
• La Cucina Di Angelo's, Athlone (Italian)
• Shishir, Tullamore (Thai & Indian Cuisine)
• The Blue Apron Restaurant, Tullamore (Local Cuisine)

Activities

The rich history and picturesque setting of the Irish Heartlands provides the perfect balance for off the course activities.

• Tullamore Dew Distillery (Tour)
• Charleville Castle (Local History)
• Bay Sports, Hodson Bay (Waterpark)
• Athlone Castle (Local History)
• Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum (Local History)
• Viking Ship Cruises (Tour)