Photo: Wikimedia CommonsPortstewart Golf Club (Old Course)
Portstewart, Co. Derry
Portstewart Golf Club has two main courses: the Strand, which hosted the 2017 Irish Open to great acclaim and ranks among the finest links in Ireland, and the Old Course — the original layout and a more accessible alternative. The Old Course lacks the dramatic dune confrontations that make the Strand so demanding but it is proper links golf on the same Causeway Coast peninsula, at roughly half the price. A natural second round for anyone staying at Portstewart, and a sensible option for higher handicappers who might find the Strand too severe. The Strand Course requires advance booking and commands a premium; the Old Course is more readily available and understandably popular for that reason.
Highlights
- Portstewart complex
- Causeway Coast links
- More accessible than Strand
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Common questions
How does Portstewart Old Course differ from the Strand Course?
The Strand Course is the championship links at Portstewart — one of the finest on the Causeway Coast, ranked in most top-25 Ireland lists. The Old Course is shorter and more accessible, providing a genuine links experience at Portstewart for golfers who cannot get a tee time on the Strand or who want a second round at a lower cost. It shares the same Portstewart peninsula setting.
Is the Portstewart Old Course worth playing?
Yes — it is a proper links with good character, and at significantly less than the Strand Course it represents strong value on the Causeway Coast. For golfers spending two or three days in Portrush or Portstewart, it fills a natural slot alongside the Strand and Royal Portrush without repeating the same experience.
How do I book the Portstewart Old Course?
The Old Course books through GolfNow with good online availability. The Strand Course books directly through Portstewart Golf Club.
Where should I stay for a Portstewart golf trip?
Portrush and Portstewart are the natural bases for the northern links circuit — both small seaside towns with hotels, restaurants and atmosphere. 55° North on Causeway Street in Portrush is a reliable dinner option with good views. The Causeway Hotel near the Giant's Causeway is worth a night if you want to stay close to the headland itself.
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