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Doonbeg is a pretty
seaside village in West Clare. It is situated between the towns of
Kilkee and Miltown Malbay. The nearest large towns are Kilrush and
Kilkee which are both approximately 11km away
The central point of the village is an architecturally important
seven arched stone bridge which crosses the Doonbeg river and
divides the village. The crossing is overlooked by the remaining
fortifications of Doonbeg castle. Doonbeg is sometimes referred to
as "The Long Village" due to the length of its main street. It is
reputed to be one of Ireland's longest villages.
The village has recently become famous for its wonderful Links Golf
Course. The Greg Norman designed Doonbeg Golf Club plays along 1.5
miles of beach and dunes. The ocean is visible from the green,
fairway, or tee on 16 of the 18 holes. The par 72 layout features a
single loop of nine holes out and nine back. It plays 6,885 yards
from the back tees.
Doonbeg is also a wonderful base for touring the County of Clare as
it is just 10km from Kilkee with its golden sandy beach and
Waterworld Leisure Complex and is also within easy driving distance
of other popular tourist towns of Lahinch, Liscannor and Doolin.
Local events in Doonbeg include a Jazz Festival on the June Bank
Holiday Weekend , a Family Festival during the second week of August
and the Willie Keane Memorial Weekend - a traditional music and
dancing festival held in Doonbeg every October Bank Holiday. |
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