Dromoland Castle
Newmarket on Fergus, Co. Clare, IrelandA storied Irish castle with championship golf on 450 acres
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Dromoland Castle is one of Ireland's most treasured baronial castles, dating to the 16th century and set on 450 acres of rolling Clare countryside. The championship golf course, redesigned by Ron Kirby and J.B. Carr, threads through ancient forests and around the castle's lake, offering an experience steeped in aristocratic grandeur.
- 16th-century castle hotel on the shores of Lough Dromoland in County Clare, steeped in Irish noble history
- Ron Kirby and J.B. Carr-designed par-72 with the lough-side 7th as one of Ireland's most photographed golf holes
- Falconry, clay shooting, archery, fishing, and horse riding on the castle grounds
- Full-service spa and the Earl of Thomond fine-dining restaurant with lake-view tables
- Proximity to the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, making it a gateway property for West of Ireland touring
The Course
- Dromoland Castle Golf Club — 18 holes, par 72, designed by Ron Kirby & J.B. Carr
Dromoland Castle Golf Club · 7th (Par 3)
From an elevated tee high above a postage-stamp green, this 180-yard par-3 demands precision over Lough Dromoland — water looms left, a quirky shamrock-shaped bunker guards the right, and the historic castle spire frames the horizon behind.
Restaurants & Bars
- The Earl of Thomond Restaurant
- The Fig Tree Restaurant
- The Gallery Bar
On Property
Spa- Falconry
Fishing
Clay Shooting- Archery
Horse Riding
Tennis
May - September
Ireland's longest days with mild temperatures keep the course in peak condition June through August.
Book the Earl of Thomond Restaurant for dinner and request the window table overlooking the lake — at dusk the castle's reflection on the water is exceptional. The falconry experience on the grounds is run by experienced handlers and worth scheduling in the morning before your round.
Dromoland Castle
Features &
Amenities
Dromoland Castle is a 16th-century baronial estate on 500 acres in County Clare, eight miles from Shannon Airport, offering a 6,824-yard parkland golf course, The Castle Spa, and the formal Earl of Thomond dining room within the castle itself.
Ron Kirby and JB Carr Parkland Golf
The championship course designed by Ron Kirby and JB Carr plays 6,824 yards for men across terrain that combines gentle hills, ancient deciduous trees, and water hazards drawn from the estate's natural hydrology. Guests have access to on-course coaching and a TrackMan simulator room in the castle's dedicated golf facility, and the Fig Tree Bar at the clubhouse serves as the post-round gathering point.
The Castle Spa and Leisure Centre
The Castle Spa, recognized in the World Luxury Spa Awards (Ireland, 2024) and Ireland's 5 Star Spa Experience Gold Medal (2025), operates six treatment rooms including a twin suite and an Amber and Quartz Crystal Bed, drawing on Dr. Barbara Sturm, Seabody, and OSKIA product lines. The 17-meter pool runs the length of a floor-to-ceiling glazed wall overlooking the golf course, accompanied by sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi.
Estate Field Sports and Falconry
Dromoland's field sports program includes falconry with Ireland's native birds, archery, clay shooting, and fly fishing on the estate's river and lough. These activities are conducted on the grounds under the guidance of resident instructors, making the estate self-sufficient for guests who prefer outdoor pursuits to spa or golf programming.
Signature
Events
Dromoland stages Spring Awakening each year around the spring equinox, a ticketed immersive sound and light experience in the castle's historic Brian Boru Hall.
Spring Awakening
Held in the Brian Boru Hall, this 90-minute experience uses live harp, Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, and transformative light to guide participants through a seasonal reset. Sound artist Fiona Guiheen and harpist Aisling Lyons lead the sessions, which are designed for small groups lying on soft mattresses in the hall. The program is positioned as an alternative to conventional spa programming for guests seeking a restorative arrival or departure ritual.
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Your visit to Dromoland Castle is coordinated by the LXV concierge — preferred tee times, dining reservations, room upgrades, and personalized welcome amenities, arranged before you arrive. One of more than 55 properties in the LXV network.
Getting
Here
Dromoland CastleDromoland, Newmarket on Fergus, Co. Clare, Ireland V95 ATD3
Tel: +353 61 368 144
Shannon Airport (SNN)
Approximately 13 km from the castle; 10-15 minutes by car. The primary gateway for transatlantic arrivals and the most convenient airport for guests traveling directly to Clare.
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Approximately 200 km east; 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours by car via the M7/M18. Practical for guests combining Dublin with a Clare itinerary, or when flight options into Shannon are limited.
Cork International Airport (ORK)
Approximately 120 km south; around 1 hour 45 minutes by car. An option for guests routing through the south of Ireland before heading north to Clare.
Shannon's proximity makes Dromoland a natural first or last night for transatlantic itineraries, and the castle can arrange private car transfers from the terminal.