Perched above the Irish Sea on the County Down coast, Ardglass Golf Club is one of the most visually striking and entertaining courses in Ireland. The opening holes hug a dramatic cliff edge, with the waves crashing just feet from the fairways. From the very first tee – a bold shot over a rocky inlet – you know this is no ordinary round. The course weaves between coastal ledges and rolling linksland, with constant elevation changes, blind shots, and shifting winds. It’s not long, but it’s full of character and challenge. The 11th, a short downhill par-3 with the sea behind, is postcard-perfect. The back nine climbs into higher ground with panoramic sea views in every direction. Ardglass rewards imagination, course management, and commitment. What it lacks in length, it makes up for with exposure, creativity, and charm. Off the course, the 14th-century clubhouse – once a castle and now a pub – is a destination in itself. It’s a proper Irish links experience, quirky and thrilling in equal measure.