Royal Portrush Golf Club is a private member’s Club, which warmly welcomes visitors on the Dunluce and Valley Links. We would ask that all visitors observe the Rules of the Game, and to pay close attention to the Club’s dress code.
Tee Reservation
Tee-times can be booked in advance on-line for both courses. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your booking and payment on completion of your booking. Tee-times can also be booked by telephone and e-mail, subject to written confirmation and receipt of full payment. Tour Operators and larger groups should book via phone or e-mail.
All visitors are expected to be members of a recognised Golf Club and to hold a bona fide current Playing Handicap. A Certificate of Handicap with a maximum of 18 for males (24 for females) on the Dunluce Links, must be presented along with a Letter of introduction from Home Club and are conditional prior to play.
Dunluce Green Fees
| Flat Rate | £240 per person |
| Additional Same Day Round | £150 per person |
| Winter Rate (Effective Nov. 2020 – March 2021, Monday-Sunday, no Saturdays) **PLEASE NOTE: Winter conditions will apply i.e. if there is frost then frost holes could be in play. ** | £90 per person |
| Spring & Autumn (Monday to Friday, April & October 2021) | £150 per person |
Visitor Times
| Monday | No Visitors in morning. Visitors may play after 2.00pm |
| Tuesday | Between 9.40am & 11.50am & after 2.00pm |
| Wednesday | Between 9.40am & 10.55am No Visitors in afternoon |
| Thursday | Between 9.40am & 11.50am & after 2.00pm |
| Friday | Between 9.40am & 10.55am No Visitors in afternoon |
| Saturday | Members’ Competition Day. Visitors may play after 3.00pm |
| Sunday | Between 10.30am & 11.30am & after 2.00pm |
Tour Operators
For Tour Operators, a 25% non-refundable deposit for ALL Tour Operator Bookings within 7 days of the booking being made.
Full and Final Payment will be required 3 months before date of play.
Valley Green Fees
| Flat Rate | £60 per person |
| Additional Same Day Round (Subject to Availability) | £20 per person |
| After 4:30 PM | £30 per person |
| Winter Rate (Effective Nov. 2020 – March 2021, Monday-Sunday, no Saturdays) **PLEASE NOTE: Winter conditions will apply i.e. if there is frost then frost holes could be in play. ** | £30 per person |
Visitor Times
| Monday | Before 9.00am & after 11.00am |
| Tuesday | Before 9.00am & after 11.00am |
| Wednesday | Before 9.00am & after 10.30am |
| Thursday | Before 9.00am & after 10.30am |
| Friday | Before 9.00am & after 10.30am |
| Saturday | After 2.00pm |
| Sunday | After 2.00pm |
Societies/Groups of 16 and over ONLY
A non-refundable deposit of £20.00 is required at the time of booking. Balance payable on the day. Please contact the Admin office directly by phone or e-mail to book a society or large group.
All visitors are required to check in with the Starter and Club Shop, prior to play
Tour Operators
For Tour Operators, a 25% non-refundable deposit for ALL Tour Operator Bookings within 7 days of the booking being made.
Full and Final Payment will be required 3 months before date of play.
Caddies
Elite Caddy (Blue Bib): Will have an extensive knowledge of the game and the links. Cost: £55.00 + gratuity
Senior Caddy (Burgundy Bib): Will have a very good knowledge of the game and the links. Cost: £45.00 + gratuity
Trainee Caddy (Yellow Bib): Will have a good knowledge of the game but limited knowledge of the links. Cost: £35.00 + gratuity
Fore-Caddy (per group): £80.00 + gratuity
For further information and to request a caddy, please contact our Golf Services Manager (terry@royalportrushgolfclub.com).
Please note that all our caddies are self employed and therefore no guarantee can be given as to availability. If a caddy has been requested and is available they will be allocated to the player by the starter.
Royal Portrush Golf Club reserve the right to allocate a fore-caddy or an individual caddy to individuals/groups booked in morning times that have NOT pre-booked a caddy.
Dress Code
Shirts
Golf shirts must have collars, with either long or short sleeves. Rugby/football shirts are prohibited, as are any shirts carrying slogans, numbers or illustrations on apparel that are not golf-related. Collarless shirts, such as t-shirts of any variety, are not allowed.
Long Trousers
Must be tailored and appropriate for golf. All types or colour of denim, military-style or camouflage-style trousers, combat trousers (multiple pockets), cut-offs or tracksuits are strictly prohibited.
Shorts
Tailored Bermuda shorts ARE permitted on the Links and can be worn with white knee-length OR short socks. Shorts are NOT permitted in the Dining Room/Babington Room, but ARE permitted in The Dunluce Room, Locker Rooms, Club Shop and Balcony. Short shorts, training shorts and athletic shorts are NOT permitted.
Shoes
Shoes designed for the purpose of playing golf only, ARE permitted. Hard and soft spikes ARE both permitted on the Links. Golfers are NOT permitted to wear training shoes on the Links. Golf shoes and training shoes ARE permitted in the Clubhouse, excluding Dining Room & Babington Room. Sandals, of any type, are NOT permitted on the Links. Any sandals/shoes worn in the Clubhouse, must be worn with socks (this applies to gentlemen only).
Ladies
Collarless shirts/tops must have sleeves and sleeveless shirts/tops must have collars and must have a modest neckline. Halter-neck tops are not permitted. Trousers, tailored Bermuda shorts, golf skirts/culottes are permitted.
Caps
Caps are not permitted to be worn in the Clubhouse by either ladies or gentlemen.
- These rules apply to all golfers, as well as caddies and visitors accompanying golfers. Persons not properly dressed will be denied access to the Clubhouse.
- The Dress Code will be strictly enforced at all times.
- All Golf Club staff are fully authorised to require any golfer, whose dress does not comply with the dress code, to leave the course.
- Please avoid embarrassing situations, as members of staff are not permitted to allow any exceptions to this Rule.
- Golfers and visitors who are uncooperative or abusive to staff will be asked to leave the Golf Club.
Slow Play
Is not acceptable and players taking excessive time will be warned or asked to leave the Links. Players are asked to give way, if they are holding up the game behind. Visitors must play from the markers specified by the Starter and commence from 1st Tee only.
Clubhouse Information
Mobile Phones
Are NOT permitted on the Links. Mobile phones and tablets may be used in the clubhouse but not for making calls. Wi-fi is available.
Smoking
There is a total ban on smoking in the Clubhouse building.
Catering
Dining Room is open 7 days a week from April to September, and operates a snack menu, with reduced hours, between October and March. Groups wishing to order meals or have special requirements, should confirm with the Catering Department, in advance. Groups can be catered for outside of normal hours with advance notice. Tea, coffee and sandwiches are available in the Duncluce Room.
Professional
The Club Shop is well stocked and can arrange hire of clubs and tuition. Visa, MasterCard and Amex Credit Cards are accepted.
- Trolley Rental: £5.00 per round
- Club Hire: £40.00 per round.
- Electric Trolley Hire (with GPS): £20.00 per round, limited in number – no self-drive golf carts are available.For further information please go to Rental Clubs & Services
Clubhouse & Car Park
Articles of value should NOT be left in Locker Room, as the Club cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage. Royal Portrush Golf Club will not accept responsibility for loss or damage to vehicles parked in the car park.
The Club reserves the right to amend or rescind any or all of these conditions at anytime. Notice will be given wherever possible.