NC Ireland Annual Pairs Tournament 2025

Day 1 - Arrive into Dublin and Stay at The Castleknock Hotel

Castleknock Hotel is a fantastic four star hotel located in Dublin. Guests can enjoy luxurious bedrooms with contemporary decor and furnishings, the 190 bedrooms at the Castleknock Hotel feature flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Bathrooms have power showers, bathtubs and under-floor heating.

The Earth & Vine Restaurant offers a farm-to-fork style dining experience. The 22 Bar & Restaurant offers a casual dining experience and a menu with modern twists on Italian food. The Lime Tree Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere and guests can also enjoy a drink on the sun terrace.

Guests can use the onsite leisure center which includes a swimming pool, gym and spa which offers Elemis and Voya signature treatments.

The Hotel is just 15 minutes drive from Dublin city center, 6km from Phoenix Park and Dublin Airport is only a 25 minute drive away.

If you arrive early and your in the mood to play golf on your first day, you can tee off at the onsite Castleknock Golf Course. Please let me know your preferred tee time.

Once your settled in to your hotel we would like to invite you to our welcome dinner and drinks at the hotel restaurant 6 30pm.

Day 2 - 1st Round at Luttrellstown Castle Golf Club

Today you will tee off at the fantastic Luttrellstown Castle. Set on a private, 567-acre walled estate, this championship golf course consisting of 7,347 naturally-contoured yards of mature parklands, links-style bunkers, water hazards and a state-of-the-art clubhouse.

The Golf Course at Luttrellstown Castle Resort has been masterfully designed by acclaimed course architects MacKenzie/Steel. They have expertly integrated 18 incredible holes into a 15^th century parkland paradise. The course now includes Ireland’s famous River Liffey, the estate’s historic Doric Temple and the grounds of the majestic 600-year-old Irish castle. However, when you are surrounded by such incredible scenery, it’s a challenge to concentrate on your golf swing.

From a state-of-the-art, 3-storey clubhouse with modern locker rooms for both men and women, to an extensive 30-bay indoor/outdoor driving range, you will find everything you need to make your round one to remember at one of Dublin’s leading championship golf courses. You can also rent buggies, electric trolleys and Titleist golf clubs onsite or even fit kit yourself out with a wide range of leading fashion and accessory brands, from the fully-stocked Pro Shop.

Prize giving for todays round will commence inside the clubhouse after your round. Prizes include – 1st and 2nd place Pairs and closest to the pin.

Day 3 - 2nd Round at K Club Ryder Cup Course

The Arnold Palmer designed Palmer North is renowned as one of Europe’s most spectacular courses. It has its charms and its challenges, enticing players to bring out the very best in their game. While it may be unlikely that you will be asked to tackle the course from the championship tees, this should in no way diminish the excitement of pitting your wits against Arnold Palmer, as this is precisely what you are doing.

Day 4 - Final round at Killeen Castle Jack Nicklaus Signature Course

Killeen Castle Golf Resort & Lodges is one of Ireland’s oldest and finest 12th century Norman castles. Nestled within 600 acres in the heartland of Royal Counry Meath overlooked by the hill of Tara. Killeen Castle is home to a Jack Nicklaus signature Golf Course.

Spaciously rambling over 350 acres among superb natural woodlands, Jack has created a course that can be set up to provide the sternest of championship challenges but which remains playable and enjoyable for the average golfer. It is a testament to the quality of Jack’s creation that the course has been awarded the honour of host venue for The 2011 Solheim Cup and the 2010 AIB Ladies Irish Open.

After your round of golf please join us for the final prize presentation with over £2,000 overall prizes. This includes todays pairs winners and the overall 54 hole team prizes.

Day 5 - Dublin Guided Sightseeing Tour

Take in a full day exploring the City with key stops at the Guinness Factory, Dublin Castle and finally Temple Bar for some of the best Live Music and legendary Irish Banter/Criac.

Guinness Factory – The Connoisseur Experience at the Guinness Storehouse, is a journey through the tastes, smells and story of Guinness. Here you’ll sample four of the most popular beers that have ever been brewed at Guinness while your guide talks you through all there is to know about them. Discover the origins of famous Guinness beers, connect with the people around you and gain an understanding of the craft and connection behind the most iconic brand in the world.

Dublin Castle – Constructed in the early thirteenth century on the site of a Viking settlement, Dublin Castle served for centuries as the headquarters of English, and later British, administration in Ireland. In 1922, following Ireland’s independence, Dublin Castle was handed over to the new Irish government. It is now a major government complex and a key tourist attraction

Temple Bar – Temple Bar is a busy riverside neighborhood, spread over cobbled pedestrian lanes. Crowded pubs host live folk music and DJ sets, and diners pack restaurants serving Asian, American and Irish cuisine. Quirky boutiques stock clothes and crafts by local designers. The National Photographic Archive highlights Ireland’s past, while the Project Arts Centre and Temple Bar Gallery + Studios shows contemporary art

If you want to skip the sightseeing and play one more round of golf please let me know and we will secure a tee time for you.

Day 6 - Departure Day

Price per person –

Early Bird Price – £1,999
Normal Price per person – £2,199

Deposit of £599 per person required to secure your place.

Itinerary includes:

• 3 Rounds of Championship Golf
• 5 Nights Luxury Accommodation, double or twin bedroom
• Breakfast each morning at the hotel
• Welcome Dinner and Drinks at the Hotel on arrival day
• Prizes each day along with overall 54 hole winning Pairs
• Airport transfer to and from the airport
• Chauffeured Minibus return to golf each day
• Entry ticket to Dublin Guided Tour
• 24hr Assistance from one of NC Ireland Golf Tour Managers
• Option to arrive early or depart later if you wanted to extend your visit

Terms & Conditions

• Price based on double or twin room sharing (2 golfers per room)
• Flights excluded (to be arranged by yourself)
• Max handicap – 24 for men and 32 for women
• Non Refundable Deposit required to secure booking
• All payments can be via Credit/Debit Card or Bank Transfer.
• Balance to be paid 60 days prior to itinerary start date. Inside 60 days, refunds will be made at discretion of individual courses/hotels/transport providers.
• Travel insurance is not included; we recommend that you take out your own Travel Insurance.
• Caddies may be requested at all courses, but are subject to availability, and must be paid for directly on the day direct to the Caddie (Euros).
• Carts are also available most of the golf courses, but should be reserved in advance due to limited quantities at some courses.
• Please click on our full Terms and Conditions on the tour page.