17. The European Club – Top 100 UK and Ireland golf courses 2012

The European Club in Ireland has been ranked number 17 in Golf Monthly's top 100 UK and Ireland golf courses 2012

The European Club

Architect: Pad Ruddy Stats: 6,720 yds, par 71, SSS 73 GF: €180 with further rounds by same person within 7 days at €70 Visitor information: Welcome any day but not before 09:30 on Sunday W: theeuropeanclub.com 2010 Ranking: 14 (down 3) Improvements since 2010 Rankings: Course: None

Panellists' Comments: "Drama on a grand scale"; "Definitely a top track, very solid in all areas."

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