CO. KERRY, IRELAND
Tom Watson
- • Construction of new practice / putting green facility
- • Revetting of old bunkers
- • Remodelling of tees in old course
- • Construction of new pathways
SOL GOLF, Ballinahulla, Ballydesmond, Co. Cork, Ireland+353 [0]64 775 1006 info@solgolfconst.com
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A most picturesque and intriguing dune system was transformed over 3 winters by SOL Golf and Martin Hawtree, starting in 2004, adding not only length and character to the course but also upgrading tees and greens to the highest industry standard. Completion of this course included several new fairways and bunkers. The project was completed within timeframe and budget, keeping all other holes in play at all times.
SOL GOLF have again lived up to their reputation of achieving an excellent job to the highest quality.
Mark Westenborg, Hawtree Ltd., Architect Dooks Golf Course Continue reading →
We have found SOL GOLF to be committed to achieving the highest standard of quality workmanship regardless of the scale of the project and budget involved. They have impressed us by being very adept at interpreting and visualising our design plans and with their in-house expertise in the form of dedicated shapers, finishing crews and on site supervisors.
Jeff Howes, Jeff Howes Golf Design, Farnham Estate Continue reading →
SOL GOLF’s organisation, site management, shaping, finishing and work ethics were of the highest order. Their professionalism, attention to detail and quality of work are second to none.
Vari McGreevy, Manager, Ballybunion Golf Club Continue reading →
One of the first jobs that SOL Golf was awarded in the summer of 1999 was the construction of the new holes at Enniscrone. To this day recognised as some of the finest holes on the west coast of Ireland
Enniscrone Golf Club is proud to have been associated with SOL GOLF since they first began work with us in 1999. For the construction of 6 new tees, 6 fairways and 6 greens, the sanding, hydroseeding and overall shaping, quality was second to none and today we can boast one of the finest links courses in Ireland. The result today is something to admire due to the quality of workmanship employed. We have found SOL GOLF to he most professional in their overall planning and most helpful when changes had to be made on site. The fact that we were awarded the IGTOA Golf Course of the year 2008 is proof of the quality we have at Enniscrone.
Pat Sweeney, Manager, Enniscrone Golf Club Continue reading →
SOL GOLF commenced work on this prestigious course in July 2001 in what is currently recognised as one of the finest inland courses in Ireland. Seeding was finished in June 2003 and the course opened for play in August 2003.
I am very happy with the way that SOL Golf has carried out the construction works in relation to project management, shaping, finishing and the completion of the new golf course on schedule and within budget
Seve Ballesteros About the construction of The Heritage Golf Club Continue reading →
The Course has played host to Open Championships, including the Senior British Open Championship in 2004. In October 2007, SOL GOLF started to build a new short game area, dunes and extended the driving range.
SOL GOLF’s organisation abilities, site management, shaping and finishing skills and work ethic are of the highest standard. Their staff worked and interacted well with the Royal Portrush Golf Club staff and they have co-operated well with us in every aspect of the project.
Wilma Erskine, Secretary Manager, Royal Portrush Golf Club Continue reading →
The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers EAST LOTHIAN, SCOTLAND, UK Architect: Hawtree Ltd Work Completed: • Remodelled 15 golf holes and rebuilt new tees • Repositioned bunkers and new feature work • Built a new driving range tee and chipping … Continue reading →
This 18 hole Championship Course was started in April 2004. Due to the amount of resources on site, SOL GOLF managed to complete this project with 18 holes seeded out by October 2004. The course opened for play in summer 2005.
A huge programme of works were undertaken which included lining 30,000 sq.m. of lakes and breaking out 20,000 cubic metres of rock. Over 400,000 sq.m. of topsoil was stripped and 250,000m3 of subgrade was shaped to create this fantastic course. Along with this, a full irrigation and drainage system was installed.
Michael O’Leary, Managing Director, SOL GOLF Continue reading →
As one of the finest Links Courses in the world, reconstructing this course to the scale, was a massive undertaking for SOL GOLF. This project was started in 1999/2000 and continued up until 2002/2003. During this period the entire Championship course was redesigned which included two complete new golf holes.
SOL GOLF have done an excellent job and the quality of their shaping and turf laying was outstanding.
Martin Hawtree, Hawtree Ltd., Architect Lahinch Golf Club Continue reading →
Both SOL GOLF’s site personnel and management have proved exemplary in their consistent effort to perform. The company is known within the golf industry to have significant and successful experience in construction of golf courses in sand environments as well as more challenging soils of inland developments.
Guy D. Hockley, Senior Consultant Architect, FALDO Design Continue reading →
SOL GOLF carried out remodelling work on five holes, including greens, tees and fairways over three seasons. This course has hosted the Irish Open.
This project bears the mark of SOL GOLF’s skilled and sensitive work. It has been an enormous pleasure to work with them.
Martin Hawtree, Hawtree Ltd., Architect Portmarnock Golf Club Continue reading →
SOL GOLF have good foremen, good shapers and the ability to finish projects off very well and these remain the strengths of the company.
Tom McKensie, Donald Steel & Co. Ltd., Architect Baltray Golf Club Continue reading →
A huge and most prestigious job which was carried out over three seasons, between October and March, 2006 to 2008. SOL GOLF rebuilt greens, tees and fairways stripping and relaying all the native turf as well as importing sod from the UK. SOL GOLF not only moved thousands of cubic metres of sand but also had to break thousands of cubic metres of rock.
SOL GOLF’s organisation, site management, shaping, finishing and work ethics were of the highest order. We have no hesitation in using SOL GOLF for any future projects in Tralee or in recommending them to any golf club or developer.
Anthony Byrne, General Manager, Tralee Golf Club Continue reading →
SOL GOLF’s experience of championship links courses is unequalled and their workmanship is second-to-none. They will do an outstanding job.
Donal J. Trump, Continue reading →
SOL commenced work in October 2005, on the first of two phases; all works were completed by April 2007. The work consisted of alterations to all 18 tees except the 7th and 12th. The practice Green, Fairway Bunkers, Dunes and Moundings were also Remodelled during construction.
The work was carried out in total harmony with our own staff and close liaison with the Club. At all times SOL Golf conducted themselves in a professional manner. The project was managed to our total satisfaction and their staff were extremely conscientious and diligent in carrying out their work.
M. C. Gilyeat, Managing Secretary, The Royal Birkdale Golf Club Continue reading →
SOL Golf was appointed as contractor to extend this existing 18 hole golf course, to a 27 hole facility. Work on the new 9 hole commenced in March/April 2005 and finished early in 2006, with the course opening later that year. This course has hosted the Irish Open.
Michael O’Leary, Managing Director, SOL GOLF Continue reading →
SOL GOLF started work on this new 18 Hole Golf Course in Spring of 2006 and included a complete topsoil strip and full drainage specification; the total earth movement was 250,000m3. The course was finished and seeded out in Autumn 2007 and opened for full play to rave reviews.
Michael O’Leary, Managing Director, SOL GOLF Continue reading →
Constructed in 2006 and has successfully hosted the 2010 Irish Open and will host it in 2011 Irish Open.
Michael O’Leary, Managing Director, SOL GOLF Continue reading →