Tandragee offers plenty
The Course
The meticulously manicured parkland course offers a true test of your golfing ability. While not the longest course in County Armagh at 5,736 mtrs it is without doubt the trickiest. The sloping, undulating fairways and raised greens with run-off areas ensure that if you can play well at Tandragee, you can play well anywhere.
The History
It was back in 1911 that the ninth Duke of Manchester brought over Mr. John Stone, an eminent Scottish professional from Sandy Lodge Golf Club in London, to lay out a private course on his estate in Tandragee. The Duchess of Manchester, who was born in Cincinatti, Ohio, took a keen interest in the design of the course and some of the original bunkers were laid out, under her direction, in the shape of the great lakes and these are evident even today. The then nine-hole course skirted the lovely Derryallen Woods where, in spring, great banks of rhododendrons provided a blaze of colour.
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Hide AdThose who visit the course today can still see the beauty of those shrubs as seen by players who played the course almost 100 years ago. Players marvel in the history of this great club as evidence of the Duke’s estate, the outbuildings and the original course form part of a great 18 holes with some wonderful views of the rolling countryside for miles around.
New Members
New members are always welcome at Tandragee and can be assured that timesheet slots will be assigned for them, Saturday or Sunday or both days if preferable. Unique to clubs in this area,
Tandragee has two resident PGA Professionals in Dympna Keenan and Angela Kilmartin. Members are safe in the knowledge that all parts of their game can be supported from lessons to equipment to clothing, general tips and guidance. New members are welcomed and guided initially through an induction and ‘get to know us’ evening. If you’re considering Tandragee with a friend or friends, ask for the latest group deals – you’re sure to save a few quid on the current rates! In the Fairways Restaurant, under the new management of Head Chef Davy Jones you can be assured of some great value meals and of course the famous Tandragee Sunday Carvery!
Experience Tandragee
At Tandragee you can be assured of a welcome and a game that is steeped in history and splendour for almost 100 years. Tandragee is the only NI Tourist Board approved club in this area so as a member or a visitor you can expect a quality experience all-round. If you are interested in membership at Tandragee contact the office who will be only too delighted to help, give you all the relevant information, current promotions and even arrange a game. New members can join the interest free Monthly Payment Scheme and spread the cost of their subscriptions over the year, making that initial layout much easier!
Tandragee Golf Club,
Markethill Road,
Tandragee,
Co. Armagh
02838 841 272
www.tandragee.co.uk