Few golf courses in Waterford can compete with the setting of Dunmore East Golf Club. Perched above the picturesque fishing village of Dunmore East, the course combines golf with panoramic views across the village, Waterford Harbour, the Hook Peninsula and the surrounding coastline.
Located within Dunmore East Holiday & Golf Resort, the course is designed to be enjoyable for visiting golfers and holidaymakers as well as regular and competitive players. Visitors are welcome, daily green-fee tee times are available, and golf clubs, trolleys and buggies can be hired on site.
What is Dunmore East Golf Club?
Dunmore East Golf Club is a clifftop golf course overlooking Dunmore East in County Waterford.
Its nine-hole layout is Par 35 and measures 2,317 metres. Golfers looking for a longer round can play the course twice using alternative tee positions for holes 10–18, creating a Par 70 round. The club has been GUI affiliated since 1991.
The combination of golf and coastal scenery makes it particularly attractive to visitors staying in Dunmore East who want to fit a round into their holiday without committing an entire day to golf.
What is the Course Like?
The setting is the star.
The course sits high above the Waterford coastline, with the sea, cliffs and surrounding landscape forming part of the golfing experience.
But don’t mistake beautiful scenery for an easy round.
The layout incorporates natural hazards including valleys, cliffs and ocean inlets, creating decisions between attacking a hole and taking the safer option.
That risk-and-reward character allows lower-handicap golfers to challenge themselves while providing safer options for less experienced players.
Redesigned for More Dramatic Golf
The clifftop nine holes underwent a significant redesign in 2020 by golf-course design firm reGOLF, whose Irish division is headed by Jeff Lynch and Paul O’Brien.
The work included two new greens in particularly dramatic locations.
One was designed as an infinity green, while another sits just metres from the clifftop.
The intention behind the redesign was to create a course capable of appealing to both high and low handicappers, with players deciding how much risk they are prepared to take.
Golf With a View
This is one course where you may find yourself reaching for your phone almost as often as your putter.
The elevated location provides views across Dunmore East, the bay, Hook Peninsula and the Irish Sea. (Discover Ireland)
For visitors to Waterford, that makes the experience about considerably more than the scorecard.
Even if your golf isn’t particularly memorable on the day, the setting probably will be.
Is Dunmore East Golf Club Suitable for Visitors?
Yes.
The course welcomes golfers of different ages and ability levels, and green-fee tee times are available daily.
That makes it particularly convenient for holidaymakers.
Rather than having to organise an entire golf trip, visitors staying in Dunmore East can book a round as part of a wider break in the village.
Don’t Have Your Golf Clubs With You?
That isn’t necessarily a problem.
Dunmore East Golf Club offers:
- Golf club hire
- Trolley hire
- Golf buggy hire
These can be arranged through reception.
This is a particularly useful feature for visitors who hadn’t originally planned on playing golf when travelling to Waterford.
Golf Coaching
A resident golf professional is available for one-to-one golf coaching, while children’s golf camps are also offered.
For beginners or golfers wanting to improve their game, this provides another way of experiencing the club without simply booking a standard round.
Membership and Competitions
Dunmore East Golf Club isn’t simply a holiday course.
It also has an active members’ club, with competitions taking place throughout the season. During summer, the club states that member competitions run six days each week, alongside sociable club evenings.
A range of membership options is available, although visitors should check directly with the club for current categories and prices.
Golf Societies and Groups
Dunmore East is also worth considering for golf societies.
The resort offers Stay, Play and Eat society packages, with pricing available directly from the club.
The combination of golf, accommodation, food and Dunmore East village makes this particularly interesting for groups travelling from outside Waterford.
Instead of simply organising a day’s golf, it can become a proper overnight or weekend trip.
Stay and Play in Dunmore East
One of the advantages of the course is its location within Dunmore East Holiday & Golf Resort.
The family-owned resort includes holiday accommodation and motorhome facilities, while its position overlooking Dunmore East means the village and coastline are within easy reach.
For golfers travelling with partners or family members who don’t play, that’s important.
Nobody has to spend the entire trip sitting around waiting for the golfers to finish.
Hilltop Café & Bar
After your round, the resort’s Hilltop Café & Bar provides somewhere to sit down and enjoy the coastal setting.
The café and bar operates seasonally, including seven days a week during the main summer period, with more limited opening during May, June and September. Current opening times should be checked before visiting.
Its sun terrace takes full advantage of the elevated coastal location.
Is Dunmore East Golf Club Good for a Waterford Golf Break?
Yes – particularly if you want golf to be part of the holiday rather than the entire holiday.
You can play your round and still have plenty of time to explore Dunmore East, visit the harbour, have lunch or dinner in the village, walk the coastline or take part in another activity.
For a longer golf break, Dunmore East could also be combined with other courses around Waterford.
Where is Dunmore East Golf Club?
Dunmore East Golf Club is located at:
Dunmore East
Co. Waterford
X91 FY79
Golf Reception: 051 383151
Email: info@dunmoreholiday.ie
The course sits on the clifftop overlooking Dunmore East village.
Waterford In Your Pocket Tip
Bring the camera – and don’t automatically reach for the driver.
Dunmore East rewards golfers who think about where the next shot is going rather than simply trying to hit the ball as far as possible. With cliffs, valleys and coastal hazards forming part of the challenge, sometimes the sensible shot is the right shot.
If you’re visiting Waterford rather than travelling specifically for golf, the nine-hole format is also a major advantage. You can enjoy a proper round and still have plenty of time left to explore Dunmore East.
And if the scorecard starts going badly, just admire the view.
What Can I Do Nearby?
This is where Dunmore East Golf Club becomes particularly attractive for visitors.
You’re already in one of Waterford’s most popular coastal villages.
Combine your round with:
Dunmore East Harbour – take a walk around the picturesque fishing harbour.
Dunmore Adventure – kayaking, SUP, sailing, Sea Safari, Wibit and land-based adventures.
Dunmore East Beaches – spend some time beside the sea after your round.
Coastal Walks – explore more of the spectacular coastline surrounding the village.
Food & Drink – Dunmore East has a strong selection of places to eat and drink, making it easy to turn your golf outing into a full day.
Waterford City is also within easy reach for visitors who want to combine the coast with the city’s attractions, restaurants and nightlife.
If you are planning a wider Waterford golf break, explore Faithlegg House Hotel & Golf Club for accommodation and another golf destination.
Good to Know Before You Go
Best for: Golfers, couples, holidaymakers, societies and groups
Location: Dunmore East, Co. Waterford
Area: Waterford Coast
Type: Clifftop golf course
Course: 9 holes
Par: 35
Length: 2,317 metres
18-hole option: Course can be played twice using alternative tee positions for holes 10–18 – Par 70
Visitors: Welcome
Green fees: Daily tee times available
Golf societies: Welcome
Club hire: Available
Trolley hire: Available
Golf buggy hire: Available
Golf coaching: Available
Family friendly: Yes – particularly as part of a wider Dunmore East visit
Booking: Advance tee-time booking recommended
Book a Tee Time
Green-fee times are available through Dunmore East Holiday & Golf Resort.
For current tee-time availability, green fees, society packages and membership information, use the official website:
Dunmore East Golf Club – official golf page
Features
- Coastal Views
- Equipment Hire
- Golf Course
- Group Bookings
- Outdoor Activity
