Curragh Golf Club Centenary 1883-1983

The Royal Curragh Golf Club was founded in 1858, making it the oldest golf club in Ireland. The club has a rich history dating back to its foundation. It was initially known as the Curragh Golf Club until it was granted a royal charter in 1910, becoming the Royal Curragh Golf Club. After Ireland gained independence in 1922, the club reverted to its original name but restored the “Royal” prefix in 2013. The current course, which opened in 2007, was designed by Patrick Merrigan. The course is built on The Curragh plain and features a length of 6,586 yards with a par of 72. The club is a private members’ club, and it is located next to Curragh Camp, which has historically had strong links to the military.

The club has been associated with several notable figures, including Archibald Montgomerie, 13th Earl of Eglinton, who was a frequent visitor to the course in its early days. The club has also had members who served in the military, such as Colonel William H. Gibson, who has made significant contributions to the history of Irish golf. Notable members of the Royal Curragh Golf Club were Lilian Behan and P. O’Hanlon.