Belmullet (Carne) Golf Course

Elevated tees and plateau greens are a feature at Carne with backdrops over Blacksod Bay and the Atlantic islands of Iniskea and dramatic Achill. Found on Mullet Peninsula, near Belmullet, it is Europe’s final outpost set amid the remote rugged countryside on the far west tip of County Mayo.

The club was founded in 1925 with membership at the time costing just over a £1-1shilling (a Guinea). Caddies were paid at a rate of not more than 6d (pence) for nine holes. In 1992 the club moved from the nine hole links at Cross Binhgamstown to the spectacular new 18 hole Carne Golf Links of today. “ Carne is everything you could ever ask for from the 1st tee to the 18th green”. James W. Finnegan ( Emerald Fairways & Foam Flecked Seas ).

Carne, as with the majority of the links courses, can be savoured all year round with great turf, fine large greens and mountainous dunes. As ever the local people are only too happy for you to try their pride and joy, they have perfected the hospitality as only the Irish know how! If the golf game is found wanting, you will still be guaranteed the golfing experience of a lifetime.

The history of Donegal can be traced back 9,000 years. Still to be seen throughout the countryside are pre-Christian tomb monuments, some form of Viking settlements, and early Christian monuments. Some of the best weavers in the world are located in Donegal, with this craft being passed down for generations.

In Donegal tradition runs deeper, rhythm is stronger, and the water is wilder than any other part in Ireland. With so many magnificent attractions and activities to experience, it is exhilarating and thrilling to take a holiday in this unspoiled environment