Royal Portrush Golf Club | Dunluce Links
Royal Portrush Golf Club | Dunluce Links
Royal Portrush is the jewel of Northern Ireland’s north coast, a course of championship pedigree and breathtaking beauty. The only club on the island to have hosted The Open Championship (1951, 2019, and returning in 2025), Portrush is a test of power, precision, and imagination set against the rugged cliffs of the Causeway Coast.
Originally designed by Harry Colt, the Dunluce Links is a true masterpiece. Its rolling fairways, deep bunkers, and natural contours demand strategy on every shot. Few holes in golf are as iconic as the par-3 16th, “Calamity Corner,” played over a yawning chasm to a plateau green. The reimagined 7th and 8th holes, introduced for the 2019 Open, have only enhanced the course’s grandeur.
Portrush combines the charm of traditional links with the challenge of modern championship golf. Whether in calm sunshine or battling coastal winds, each round leaves an indelible impression.
At Cypress & Salt, we craft Royal Portrush experiences that go beyond the tee sheet. From luxury stays at coastal resorts to curated excursions along the Giant’s Causeway and whiskey tastings at Bushmills Distillery, we ensure your Portrush journey captures the full essence of Northern Ireland.
Course Stats
Par: 72
Yardage: 7,337 yards
Course Rating: 75.0
Slope Rating: 142
Designer: Harry Colt (1932, Dunluce Links), Martin Ebert refinements (2015–2017)
Type: True Links
Signature Holes: 5th (par 4 with sea views), 16th “Calamity Corner” (par 3), 18th (memorable finishing par 4)
Championships: The Open (1951, 2019, 2025), Irish Open, Amateur Championship
Best Seasons to Play
May – September: Prime season with firm, fast fairways and long days.
July & August: Peak playability, though tee times book far in advance.
April & October: Atmospheric play with more availability and dramatic weather.
