2012 Society Information Pack Introduction Course Scorecard Glen of the Downs Brochure Golf Event Services Standard Green Fee Rates Society Green Fee Packages Reviews List of Contents: Refreshments On Arrival 10 th Tee Refreshments Starter Menu Options (Page 1) Main Course Dinner Menus (Page 2) Dessert Menus (Page 3) How to find us / Directions Terms & Conditions
Introduction There are not too many places in the world where you can enjoy a game of golf surrounded by majestic mountains and views of the glistening sea. In a tranquil valley below the Wicklow Mountains lies the dramatic setting of Glen of the Downs. This golf club doesn t just have an enviable setting. Situated amid a stunning 132 acres of green slopes and valleys, it has earned a reputation as one of Wicklow s finest courses. Its universal appeal stems from its clever design, which challenges both the beginner and ardent player. This combined with picture perfect scenery explains why it is often referred to as a golfer s dream. Whether your preference is a friendly round of golf or a Society or corporate day on the greens, Glen of the Downs caters to all types of players and their particular golfing requests. Designed by Peter McEvoy it has all the essentials undulating greens, 90 bunkers, and a five tier double green - to deliver the utmost in golfing glory. In addition to the premier course, guests can enjoy a full service clubhouse to accommodate any event. Nothing goes amiss from the moment you tee off on the perfectly manicured greens to the après golf in the clubhouse. The course plays similar to a links course featuring many elevated tees and excellent bunkers. True to many great golfers expectations, there are moments of near heartbreak and sheer delight while playing this course. The highlights include a five-tier double green which is shared by the 8th and 10th holes. Sandwiched in between is a quite superb par five - the 9th, which measures 500 yards off the back. With Glen of the Downs Peter McEvoy believes he has constructed probably the best set of par 3's ever. Golfers of all levels are sure to find the course a challenge with its natural slopes and valleys, combined with McEvoy's rolling fairways and some 90 bunkers. The course is easy to walk around although there are buggies available for hire. The view is also something to be appreciated with a magnificent panorama of the Wicklow Mountains and the Irish Sea.
Golf Event Services Golf Goody Bags Presented in a paper carrier bag containing a range of essential golf items and may be customised to suit your needs or budget. (Example goody bags below :) Summer Goody Bag ( 10.00): Soft Drink, Chocolate Bar, Branded Ball Marker, Branded Pitch Repair Tool, Tee s, Pencil and Golf Club Groove Cleaner. Summer Goody Bag ( 20.00): Soft Drink, Chocolate Bar, Branded Ball Marker, Branded Pitch Repair Tool, Tee s, Pencil, Golf Club Groove Cleaner and Branded Golf Towel. Winter Goody Bags ( 12.00): Soft Drink, Chocolate Bar, Branded Ball Marker, Branded Pitch Repair Tool, Tee s, Pencil, Golf Club Groove Cleaner and Hand Warmer. Winter Goody Bags ( 20.00): Soft Drink, Chocolate Bar, Branded Ball Marker, Branded Pitch Repair Tool, Tee s, Pencil, Golf Club Groove Cleaner, Hand Warmer and Branded Golf Towel. Prizes Our golf shop stocks a range of items suitable for prizes. The following items are a sample of what we have to offer. * Other Stockists include: Cutter & Buck, Lyle & Scott, Ping Clothing, Nike Clothing, Range of Golf Bags, Ping Putters & Wedges, Footjoy Golf Shoes, Ecco Golf Shoes, Nike Golf Shoes, Titleist & Top Flight. All Groups will be offered a 15% discount on all prizes purchased from our Golf Shop. Event Management Let us help you enjoy your goal at Glen of the Downs. Our golf services allow the host to hand over the golf administration ensuring the host is free to circulate with guests. This golf service option includes: Score card preparation, Registration Desk, starter on the First Tee, Nearest the Pin & Longest Drive facilitation, locker room reservation, competition management (Rules explained, handouts, Scoring, rules decisions and final results). Fees - 200 Golf Tuition VIP Playing Lesson Chipping, Putting & Bunker Clinic Beat the Pro - hosted on a par 3 Half-Day 250 Golf Psychology Instruction Full Day 500
Standard Green Fee Rates Summer Green Fees 1 st April 2012 31 st October 2012 Monday to Friday 50 Early Bird (before 10am Monday Friday only) 30 Saturday & Sunday 65 Winter Green Fees 1 st January 2012-31 st March 2012 & 1 st November 2012-31 st December 2012 Monday to Sunday 49 (Includes Steak meal & Pint)
Society Green Fee Packages Society Green Fees Only 1 st April 2012 31 st October 2012 Monday to Wednesday 30 Thursday & Friday 40 Saturday & Sunday 50 Society Green Fees with meal 1 st April 2012 31 st October 2012 Monday to Wednesday 42-52* Thursday & Friday 52-62* Saturday & Sunday 60-70* * For meal options please see menu pages Winter Green Fees 1 st January 2012-31 st March 2012 & 1 st November 2012-31 st December 2012 Monday to Sunday 45 (Includes Steak meal & Pint) For Groups of 20 golfers or more
Reviews "Everything went superbly well all thanks to your attention to detail, the course, clubhouse ambience, food and most importantly your staff were the contributing factors which ensured the complete success of our MS Ireland Golf Event. I have no hesitation in recommending Glen of the Downs Golf Club as an excellent venue for anyone considering an event or simply a round of golf" Niall Murray GEI (Golf Events Ireland) MS Ireland Charity Event August 2010. Thank you to the staff at Glen of the Downs Golf Club for a very enjoyable golf outing. The staff, facilities, course, food and beverage really helped make our outing a great success. We hope to play Glen of the Downs Golf Club again soon" Caroline Kinsella, UCD Business Alumni Golf Society, August 2008 We have been running golf classics for many years now. The friendship and hospitality we receive at Glen of the Downs Golf Club over the last seven years insures we intend holding our classic there for many years to come. It s a beautiful and picturesque golf club but above all the professional and friendly service we receive is outstanding. Frank Mullen & Peter Borza. Dalkey Utd Fundraising classic. Situated in beautiful surroundings and supported by an experienced and customer-focused team the Glen of the Downs Golf Club has ensured the success of our annual charity golf event for the past several years. I would have no hesitation in recommending the club to others." Ronan Collins, Communications Manager,Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association "We recently played the Glen of the Downs as part of our stag weekend to Wicklow, we had a great day and I would rank it as one of the best golf courses in Wicklow if not in the whole of Dublin. The course is in very good condition and is certainly challenging without being too hard for high handicapers. Sitting on the veranda overlooking the 18th green with a nice cold guinness rounded off a perfect day!! Thanks for all your help." Keith Carey "I was given a gift voucher for Christmas, I had heard good things about the course but had never played it. Myself and my son had a lovely day. The views of the Wicklow mountains are magnificient, its a very good course. We were well looked after and enjoyed a snack in the bar after our game. Hopefully see you again soon!" Alan Andrews
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Glen of the Downs Golf Club kindly request that all members and visitors adhere to the following: RULES: Visiting persons must comply with the constitution, rules and byelaws of the Golfing Union of Ireland and the byelaws of Glen of the Downs Golf Club plc. Please take care of our golf course by taking the time to repair pitch marks, replace divots, rake bunkers and obey all course signage. Visiting golfers will play off the tees of the day. Two-ball matches have precedence over three or four-ball matches. Players losing one clear hole must give way to players behind. In extreme cases, management reserve the right to ask individual players or groups to speed up or leave the course. The organiser must accept that Glen of the Down Golf Club reserves the right to withdraw the date agreed, in circumstances such as securing of a major fixture, adverse weather conditions etc. and to offer alternative dates to their group. PAVILION DRESS CODE: Neat casual dress is essential at all times. GOLF COURSE DRESS CODE: Not permitted: Denims or jeans Runners, Trainers or Tennis Shoes Leisure track suits tops or bottoms T-Shirts or Sweat shirts Men s Shorts other than tailored shorts Ladies shorts other than tailored shorts *METAL SPIKES ARE NOT PERMITTED * The use of mobile phones is prohibited on the golf course. Mobile phones may be used in the car park & locker rooms only. CHILDRENS POLICY: Children are not permitted on the deck/garden Terrace. Children must be supervised at all times. Children must be off the premises by 9pm. RESERVATION POLICY: 25% Deposit is required at time of booking by quoting credit card number or within ten days if payment is by bank draft or cheque (made payable to Glen of the Downs Golf Club plc ). A balancing invoice will be issued on the day of the event for immediate settlement. Bookings are only confirmed on receipt of booking confirmation and initial deposit. Provisional booking will automatically be released after ten days if initial deposit is not received. Precise numbers for golf and catering, if different from the initial booking, must be confirmed in writing at least one month before the date of the event. The event format, i.e. 8-min slots for 3 balls and 10 min slots for 4 balls must be confirmed at this time. ** Visiting groups are advised that any shortfall in numbers after the final confirmation date will be charged for. CANCELLATION POLICY 90 days + before event Refund of deposit No payment due Less than 90 days before event No refund of deposit No payment due Less than 30 days before event No refund of deposit Full payment due unless time Sold by Glen of the Downs plc Less than 72 hours before event No refund of deposit Full payment Due ** In the event of a reduced number of golfers or a no-show on the day of play, full payment is due for unused tee times ** The event organiser is requested to make each member of his group aware of the above conditions.
How to find us / Directions: Glen of the Downs is ideally located, just off the M11 a half an hour from Dublin. The following descriptions outline the best route to Glen of the Downs Golf Club. From Dublin (M50): Travel south on the M50 to the M11 Dublin Wexford road. ** After the village of Kilmacanogue, continue Southbound for approximately 2 miles and take the Glenview Hotel exit on the left. Once off the M11 take the first turn right and drive ¼ mile, Golf Course entrance is on the left. From Wexford / Rosslare: Follow signs for Dublin / N11/M11, then continue straight on N11 through Enniscorthy, Gorey (by-passed), Arklow (by-passed) and Wicklow (by-passed). ** Take the Glenview Hotel exit on the left Turn right at the stop sign and follow the road over the flyover. Take the second turn left and drive ¼ mile, Golf Course entrance is on the left. Further details & maps log on to our website @ www.glenofthedowns.com If you have any difficulties with the directions, please contact our Golf Shop on +353 (0) 1 2876240. Satellite Navigation Co-ordinates: 53 9 8 N - 6 8 27 W