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A Weekend Built Around Golf and Hospitality
A Belfast golf weekend offers an easy balance: memorable golf by day, excellent food and hospitality by evening, and a city rich in culture in between. At the centre of it is The Royal Belfast Golf Club, Ireland’s oldest golf club, set at Craigavad on the shores of Belfast Lough.
Day One: Settle Into Belfast
Many visitors stay in Belfast city centre, where hotels, restaurants and attractions sit close together — ideal for groups travelling from further afield. Others prefer Holywood, Bangor or the wider North Down area for a quieter coastal base near the Club.
Day Two: Play Royal Belfast
Arrive with time to check in at the Pro Shop and warm up on the putting greens — all players should reach the first tee at least ten minutes before starting. The Harry Colt parkland course, with its narrow landing areas and subtle green contours, rewards accuracy and course management, with the Belfast Lough setting adding a distinct sense of place. Afterwards, Craigavad House — built in 1852 — offers a warm setting for food and drink in Bistro 1881 or the clubhouse bar, giving the round time to settle into memory.
Things to Do in Belfast
Beyond golf, Belfast offers historic attractions, museums, restaurants and traditional pubs, making it a strong choice for mixed groups and couples — golfers can play, while others explore the city, before everyone meets for dinner.
A Sample Weekend Itinerary
Friday: Arrive in Belfast and check into your hotel. Head to the Cathedral Quarter for dinner and drinks — the area’s cobbled streets and traditional pubs make for a good first night in the city.
Saturday: Spend the day exploring Belfast. Visit Titanic Belfast, the city’s flagship museum on the story of the ship and Belfast’s shipbuilding history, or spend the morning in the Queen’s Quarter around Queen’s University, taking in the Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens. A guided food tour is a good way to sample the city’s restaurant scene in the afternoon or evening.
Sunday: Play Royal Belfast before departure, then stay for food and drink at Craigavad House.
Plan Your Belfast Golf Break
Explore our visitor information or book a tee time at The Royal Belfast Golf Club – Book Tee Times Online – Online Golf Booking
Wherever you’re travelling from, Craigavad is ready to welcome you.
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