Deer Park Golf is situated in the picturesque peninsula of Howth, a fishing village north of Dublin city and less than 30 minutes from Dublin Airport.

Set against the magnificent back drop of Howth Castle, and famed for the stunning views of Dublin City, the North Dublin Coastline and beyond.

For over four decades this property has been very popular with golfers of all skill levels. This beautiful estate includes 2 traditional golf courses: the Deer Park 18-hole and St Fintan's 9-hole, and the highly challenging 18-hole Pitch & Putt course. There is also a 3-hole par 3 Academy course, solely for the development of junior golf in Dublin.

Opened in 1973 by Christopher Gaisford St Lawrence of Howth Castle, the Deer Park course made golfing history in Ireland by becoming its first public golf course.

Since then, the Fred Hawtree designed layout has given much enjoyment to golfers from Dublin and further afield for over four decades, with many Dubliners learning how to play here in Deer Park Golf.

The par 72 has generous fairways and beautifully maintained greens and plays 6293 metres for Men and 4678 metres for Ladies, offering as much challenge as it does reward.

Under the watchful eye of long-time Head Greenkeeper, Gerry Hudson and his highly experienced greenkeeping team, the Deer Park 18-hole course is beautifully maintained year round and offers a great opportunity for groups and individuals to play a round of golf in a relaxed and friendly environment, with the stunning backdrop of the Dublin’s suburbs and countryside.

St Fintan’s 9 Hole

A varied and challenging 9-hole course. 

Offering an equally challenging and enjoyable experience to the Deer Park course, St Fintan’s with its meandering fairways and panoramic views of the Dublin coastline plays 2508 metres with a par 36.

Many golfers feel like they have gotten the better of the course until they reach the Index 1 final hole. A wonderful uphill par 4, that looks and feels like a Par 5 that requires skill and precision to gain a score against the course.

This course is ever popular with members and guests who want to get out for a quick 9 holes late in the evening or after work.