Ring of Kerry golf course is an awe inspiring sight located in Templenoe, 4 miles west of the town of Kenmare in South Kerry. Designed by Eddie Hackett, his brief was to design a 'world class' golf course that is sufficiently flexible to challenge competent and experienced players from the back teeing areas, yet be capable of being played and enjoyed by the average handicap player from middle and forward teeing areas. The brief also included that the golf course be to a standard capable of hosting smaller professional golf events, both Irish and European.

Highlights of the course

6th Hole - "Ladies View"
Par 4, 383 yards from an elevated tee box. The key to this hole is the drive, with a following wind, an iron off the tee is strongly advised to ensure a safe passage to the fairway, from where the green can be easily reached with a mid-iron.

9th Hole - "Cill Airne"
Par 4, 307 yards. A great match play hole, on the same lines as the 10th at the Belfry. Short enough to drive but the entrance to the green is narrowed by the lake that sweeps to the green-side edge.

10th Hole - "Derrynane"
Par 4, 441 yards. A challenging hole, demanding accuracy off the tee and a strong iron or wood to reach the green, avoiding the sand traps along the way.