Arrival

The day begins on the approach along Station Road, where Belfast Lough opens ahead and the pace of the city falls away. Bearing right at the fork, the route passes the 15th and 18th holes before reaching Craigavad House.

Check In and Warm Up

In the clubhouse you will find the Visitor locker rooms, equipped with showers, towels, complimentary toiletries, and small lockers in which to store any valuables.
Check in for golf at the Pro Shop where our Club Professional, Andrew Ferguson, and the team will help with final preparations. A putting green and a short iron range are available to warm up — arrive at the first tee at least ten minutes before your starting time.

The Round

Designed in 1925 by Harry S. Colt with W.A. Murray, the course asks golfers to plan carefully from the tee. Memorable moments include the tightly bunkered par-3 4th, the out-of-bounds-lined par-4 8th, and the 408-yard par-4 9th along Belfast Lough — the most difficult hole on the course.

Craigavad House

After the final putt, Craigavad House — built in 1852 — offers a place to change, relax and enjoy the hospitality Royal Belfast is known for, with a drink and/or meal in the bar to let the round settle into memory.
Enjoy a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff (Guinness) in the Herdman Room or a nip of our very own Kirker whiskey. Menu highlights include Craigavad Kerala-style chicken curry, Classic Seafood Chowder and our Pie of the Week. And don’t forget the iconic Ulster Fry.

Plan Your Visit

Explore our visitor information section or book a tee time here – The Royal Belfast Golf Club – Book Tee Times Online – Online Golf Booking. For group reservations, contact the Club Office on +44 28 9042 8165 option 1 to discuss availability.