Open Stableford - Mixed

Description

Join us for the Open Stableford at Ballycastle Golf Club on September 7, 2026. This mixed individual event uses stableford scoring, offering an exciting alternative to traditional stroke play. Golfers of all abilities can compete on equal footing as the format rewards consistent play throughout the round. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or looking for a fun challenge, this tournament promises an engaging day of golf.

Ballycastle Golf Club

County Antrim, United Kingdom

Ballycastle Golf Club, founded in 1890, is an 18-hole links-style course located on the Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland, yards from the shoreline. The course features a distinctive layout combining five lush parkland holes with thirteen links-style holes. The parkland section offers mature trees and framed tee shots with receptive greens, while the links portion presents dramatic vistas with undulating dunes and seaside hills. The back nine ascends into elevated terrain commanding panoramic views of Ballycastle town, Fair Head, Rathlin Island, and on clear days, the Mull of Kintyre and Scottish western isles. Notable characteristics include fast-flowing rivers, wooded hills, manicured greens, and an ancient ruined abbey. The course presents varied challenges, with some blind tee shots, strategic layup opportunities, and a particularly demanding short par 3. Ballycastle is recognized as a hidden gem along the north coast, offering a scenic test suitable for golfers of all abilities. The course maintains high condition standards and is complemented by quality clubhouse amenities including a restaurant and social facilities.