Gaeltacht Culture
Irish remains a living language across communities in western Donegal.
NORTH WEST IRELAND
West Donegal
Three links courses shaped by Donegal's Atlantic edge.
Links Golf Along Donegal's Western Edge
West Donegal keeps the game close to the sea and open horizons. Cruit Island brings intimate coastal golf, while Narin & Portnoo follows a larger sweep of linksland above Gweebarra Bay.
Donegal Golf Club then changes the scale at Murvagh, with long fairways extending across its secluded peninsula.
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Murvagh Scale
Donegal's championship tees extend to 7,453 yards.
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Limited Holes
Cruit Island is a natural nine-hole, par-68 links course.
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Cove Carry
Cruit Island's sixth hole is a 137-metre par three.
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Gweebarra Views
Narin & Portnoo Links runs beside the beach and rocky coast.
WEST DONEGAL LINKS
More Than Golf Awaits
Kinfern can include local places and experiences alongside your golf, should you wish to spend more time exploring beyond the course.
- Visit Donegal Castle in the heart of Donegal Town.
- Tour the Ardara Distillery beside the Owentocker River.
- Hike Sliabh Liag for soaring Atlantic cliff views.
- Explore the reconstructed historic cottages at Glencolmcille Folk Village.
Tweed Heritage
Handweaving remains a living part of western Donegal's craft identity.
Coastal Tables
Seafood from Donegal's coast appears widely on local restaurant menus.
Living Tradition
Music sessions remain part of pub life across western Donegal communities.
Begin Your Journey
Speak with our golf travel specialists and start planning your next championship experience.