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Turvey Golf and Country Club, Donabate, County Dublin. (1992 – 2011)
Early mention of the club in February 1992.
Drogheda Independent Friday 14 February 1992. Image © Independent News and Media PLC. Image created courtesy of THE BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD.
Report on the history of the location.
Irish Independent Tuesday 3 March 1992. Image © Independent News and Media PLC. Image created courtesy of THE BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD.
Advert for membership in April 1992.
Drogheda Independent Friday 10 April 1992. Image © Independent News and Media PLC. Image created courtesy of THE BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD.
Nine-holes open for play February 1994.
Drogheda Independent Friday 25 February 1994. Image © Independent News and Media PLC. Image created courtesy of THE BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD.
Turvey Hotel and Golf Club was eventually established in 1995 in the shadow of the historic Turvey House. The 18 hole par 72 measured 5,824 yards on the gents yellow tees, 6,071 yards blue tees and 5,407 yards on the red tees. The tree lined parkland course, with its magnificent oaks and beeches, water hazards provided a true test for all levels of golfer. Facilities included; Bar and Restaurant, Practice Area, Putting Green, Locker Room and Show Facilities.
Turvey Golf & Country Club also provided accommodation and golfing breaks, the Hotel consisted of a modern 12 bedrooms, Bar & Restaurant, two Function / Conference rooms, suitable for birthday celebrations, weddings, christenings ,conferences, and club meeting. It was located near Donabate village, just off the M1 and N1, and was less than 10 minutes from Dublin Airport, and three miles from Swords.
Captains drive-in September 1998.
Drogheda Independent Friday 11 September 1998. Image © Independent News and Media PLC. Image created courtesy of THE BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD.
Captain’s prize winner January 1999.
Drogheda Independent Friday 8 January 1999. Image © Independent News and Media PLC. Image created courtesy of THE BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD.
From the 2004 Golf Course Guide; Turvey Golf and Country Club, Turvey Avenue, Donabate; 18-hole parkland course, 6,400 yards, SSS 72, designed by P McQuirk; Green fees weekdays, 25 euros; weekend, 31 euros.
From the 2006 Golfer’s Handbook; Turvey Golf Club (1994); Membership 335; Secretary, Sean McNolis; Visitors fees, 30 euros, 35 euros weekend.
It was reported in March 2011 that Turvey Golf and Country Club was to be offered for sale at agricultural land prices.
Course scorecard and pictures below.
