County Louth Golf Club (Baltray)
County Louth Golf Club (Baltray) | Championship Links
County Louth Golf Club, known as Baltray, is a traditional championship links that exudes understated brilliance. Founded in 1892 and refined by Tom Simpson in the 1930s, the course flows naturally over dunes and flatland, delivering variety and subtle challenge without contrivance.
Baltray is famed for its fair test—every hole is strong, but none relies on gimmicks. The par-4 14th is considered one of the finest in Ireland, while the finishing stretch provides a stern yet fair conclusion.
It has hosted the Irish Open and is regularly ranked among the best links courses in the country. Baltray is golf as it was meant to be played: authentic, strategic, and true.
At Cypress & Salt, we craft County Louth itineraries that pair this hidden gem with five-star coastal stays and bespoke cultural adventures, ensuring your Baltray journey is both seamless and unforgettable.
Course Stats
Par: 72
Yardage: 7,031 yards
Course Rating: 74.4
Slope Rating: 135
Designer: Thomas Gilroy (1892), Tom Simpson (1938)
Type: Classic Championship Links
Signature Holes: 7th (links par 5), 14th (one of Ireland’s finest par 4s), 18th (testing par 4 finish)
Championships: 2004 & 2009 Irish Open, Irish Amateur Championships
Best Seasons to Play
May – September: Peak play with firm links surfaces and long days.
June & July: Championship conditioning during Ireland’s busiest golf season.
April & October: Quiet, traditional links with more wind and challenge.
