Carrick-on-Suir Golf Club

Carrick-on-Suir Golf Club sits on elevated parkland overlooking the River Suir and the town of Carrick-on-Suir in County Tipperary, though the postal address places it in County Waterford. The course was designed by Eddie Hackett, the prolific Irish architect who shaped more than a hundred layouts across Ireland during the mid-to-late twentieth century. Hackett's work typically emphasized routing that followed natural contours and made economical use of available land, and Carrick-on-Suir reflects this approach with holes that move across rolling terrain and offer views of the surrounding countryside and the Comeragh Mountains in the distance. The layout is a parkland design with mature trees lining several fairways and a mix of elevation changes that require thoughtful club selection. The River Suir influences the setting but does not directly come into play on most holes. Hackett's design philosophy favored accessibility and playability for club members while still presenting strategic interest, and Carrick-on-Suir serves primarily as a members' club for the local community. The club has a traditional Irish golf club atmosphere, with a modest clubhouse and a focus on regular member play and local competitions. It remains a regional course rather than a destination layout, offering a straightforward test of golf in a scenic part of the southeast.