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Dooks is one of Ireland's oldest golf courses and one of Kerry's magnificent links courses. youtube.com/watch?v=FKoc_5…

In 1889 nine golf holes were laid out at Dooks by the Royal Ordinance Corps who had an artillery range in Glenbeigh at the time. In 1890 Dooks was one of just 12 Golf Courses in the entire island of Ireland. In 1895 the Great Southern Hotel Group took over Dooks for a few years and engaged Golf Architect, Anthony Brown, to bring the course up to a higher standard. A railway stop was opened in Dooks in 1897, mainly to facilitate visiting golfers. In 1889 a further 9 holes were added making Dooks the first 18 hole golf course in Kerry. The additional 9 holes were abandoned two years later due to cost reasons. The Club was affiliated to the GUI in 1903 and to the ILGU ten years later in 1913. In 1921 Lady Edit Gordon was elected Captain - the first lady in Ireland to become a full Club Captain. In 1963 the Club faced it's biggest crisis when the land owners gave the Club notice to quit. However, an intensive national "Save Dooks Campaign" resulted in the purchase of Dooks for £7,000 - seven times it's annual income at the time. In 1970, following massive voluntary efforts of it's members, an additional nine holes were opened. In 2010 one of the major long term aspirations of the Club was realised with the full acquisition of the adjoining commonage natural links lands. This provides huge potential for future Club development. Over the years Dooks has come through many stages of development and the current Martin Hawtree designed course is now ranked in the top 30 courses in Ireland - not as high as we believe it deserves, but we are getting there. This year (2014) the Club is celebrating 125 years of golf and many special events are planned. This page is dedicated to memories of our 125 years and information, as it happens, on how we are celebrating our historical landmark year. If you have any photographs, memories, information, or stories please feel free to post them. Most importantly, please "like" this page and share it with your friends on Facebook.

14/09/2026

What a win by Shane yesterday just incredible . Congratulations from everyone at dooks.

11/09/2026

Have weekend plans? Join us at The Natterjack Bar & Restaurant! Whether you're playing golf or just relaxing, everyone's welcome. Reserve your spot at 066 9768205 Ext 4 or drop by! 🍽️⛳

07/09/2026

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04/09/2026

Dreaming of a 2027 getaway to Dooks Golf Links? 🌊⛳ Experience the beauty of emerald fairways next to the Wild Atlantic Ocean with the majestic Reeks mountains in the background. 🏞️ Discover more at www.dooks.com

31/08/2026

With the end of summer holidays, we wish all our Junior Members the best as they head back to school — and a special good luck to those beginning at a new school. We hope your summer was filled with fun, friends, and lots of golf! 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️ Warm regards from all of us at Dooks Golf Club.

26/08/2026

Join us at The Natterjack Bar & Restaurant! Whether you're hitting the golf course or just relaxing, there's a place for you here. Book your table at 066 9768205 Ext 4 or come on over! 🍽️⛳

24/08/2026

Find out why so many people become enamored with this place! www.dooks.com

19/08/2026

What every your fancy we got you covered at www.dooks.com

17/08/2026

Team Dooks. Happy Monday hope you all have an amazing week.

14/08/2026

If you're up for golf, shopping, or a tasty meal, head to www.dooks.com to see all your choices and enjoy your day to the fullest!

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Dooks Golf Club
Glenbeigh
V93XP03

Telephone

+353669768205

Website

http://www.dooks.com/

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