1. Acclaimed golf courses SOL Golf have worked on, having held such events as: THE RYDER CUP • THE BRITISH OPEN • THE IRISH OPEN • THE CURTIS CUP
2. Adare Manor Golf Club
Adare Manor,
Co Limerick
Tel: 061 396566
Contact: Joe Flaherty,
00 353 87 6868085
Architect: RT Jones
Work Carried Out:
New tees, bunkers & new practice area
SOL Golf started this project in July 2006. Initially, we re-shaped all bunkers and added some new ones. We lengthened the Course by adding 5 new Pro Tees, specifically for the Irish Open in 2007. In addition, SOL constructed a new practice area for the Club.
3. Athenry Golf Club
Palmerstown,
Oranmore, Athenry
Co Galway
Tel:091 794466
Contact: Jerry Hanley
00353 86 8254456
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
18 hole tee/greens/bunkers remodel.
Sol Started Reconstruction of Athenry in October 2004. A complete upgrade of all the Greens and Tees to USGA and several new locations which lenghtened the course. The final Phase is due to start in September 2008.
4. Balbriggan Golf Club
Blackhall,
Balbriggan, Co Dublin
Tel: 01 8412229
Contact: Hugh Devlin
00 353 86 8585998
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out
Full 18 hole remodel, tees, greens, bunkers, lakes etc
Work started in 2007 on the remodel of Balbriggan. What was to be phased over three seasons has been now brought in to two. Such is the scope of work that a crew has remained on site since September. We are currently through the first nine and starting on the second phase. The work includes new lakes, water features and all new USGA Greens and Tees. In the first phase alone over 25000m2 of turf was imported and laid.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 20/5/09
To Whom It May Concern
Balbriggan Golf Club has been working with SOL Golf Course Construction Ltd since September 2007 on the re-design of our existing course. This project involves the construction of 17 new sand based greens and 16 new sand based tee boxes along with relevant water features and re-design of holes.
SOL was originally awarded the contract for the init9ial 4 holes which were carried our during autumn 2007. During this development we found their work to be of the highest standard with a great attention to detail. More importantly the feedback we were receiving from our members was very positive. This initial phase of development was opened for play in May 2008 to much acclaim then and since from all who have played it.
SOL have since been awarded the contract for the remainder of the business and this work is currently ongoing and due to be opened in May 2009. We in Balbriggan Golf Club believe we have formed a great partnership between both parties and it is very easy to work together to achieve the correct results. Their knowledge in the tasks they are undertaking is second to none. More importantly they have the manpower and machinery required to carry out all of the tasks. To this end I would have no hesitation in recommending them for any future construction project.Peter Slevin
Hon Secretary
Balbriggan Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5. Ballybunion Golf Club
Ballybunion,
Co Kerry
Tel: 068 27146
Contact: Dan Blake
00 353 87 6495280
Architect: Tom Watson
00 353 68 27146
Work Carried Out
Building new practice/putting green facility/This course has hosted the Irish Open
In Winter 2004, SOL built a new practice/chipping green and putting green facility.
6. Baltray Golf Club
Drogheda,
Co Louth
Tel: 041 9881530
Contact: Michael Delaney
041 9881530
Architect: McKenzie & Ebert Ltd
0044 1243 531901
Work Carried Out
Remodelling Works To Green, Tees, Bunkers For Irish Open
SOL started work on this project in Summer 2004, continuing over two phases, with final completion in 2005.
In the three years prior to Baltray hosting the Irish Open, SOL were brought in to construct several new Greens and 9 new Back tees to increase the length of the Course.
"SOL Golf have good foremen, good shapers and the ability to finish projects off well and this remains the strength of the company"
- Tom Mackenzie, Donald Steel & Co
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 14 November 2008
To Whom It May Concern
I had occasion to visit Lahinch Golf Club some years ago for thee South of Ireland Championship when it became apparent to me that despite my many previous visits there were features to the back nine on the course that I never knew were there.
I was subsequently enlightened by some members that these features were in fact only constructed within the last year.
As it appeared to me that they had been there forever and a day and taking into account that we were about to embark on an upgrade of the course at Baltray. I immediately asked Lahinch Golf Club who carried out the changes, as I realized that this is the contractor that we need for Baltray.
It was of course S.O.L GOLF COURSE CONSTRUCTION Ltd. I am happy to say that on both occasions we have made changes to the courser, once for a significant upgrade and the second time for some tweaking ahead of the Nissan Irish Open, we have used SOL, their work has been thorough and most importantly has blended in immediately just as I first witnessed that year at Lahinch.Michael Delany
Secretary Manager
County Louth Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7. Bantry Bay Golf Club
Donemark,
Bantry,
Co Cork
Tel: 027 50579
Contact: John O'Sullivan
027 50579
Architect: Christy O'Connor Jnr
01 298 0660
Work carried out:
Remodelling of Tees, Greens & Bunkers.
Starting during Autumn 2006, three new Greens, Fairways, Tees and Bunkers were re-modelled by SOL for Christy O’Connor Jnr. The project involved rock breaking and was completed within three months.
8. Bearhaven Golf Club
Castletownbere,
Co Cork
Tel: 027 70700
Contact: John Crowley
027 70700
Architect: James Healy
00353 65 6820119
00353 87 2585185
Work Carried Out
Construction of 4 new holes.
SOL started construction of four new Greens, four new Tees and two new Holes in June 2000, completing all works by September 2000.
9. Beaufort Golf Club
Beaufort,
Co Kerry,
Tel: 064 44440
Contact: Tim Thomson
064 44440
Architect: James Healy
00 353 65 6820119
00 353 87 2585185
Work Carried Out:
Bunker remodeling.
SOL Golf carried out some re-modelling work on existing bunkers in Summer 2004.
10. Birr Golf Club
The Glens,
Birr, Co Offally
Tel: 057 91 20082
Contact: Billy Donnellan
00 579120082
Architect: Birr Golf Club
057 91 20082
Work Carried Out:
Construction 3 new holes, 5 greens & 3 new tees.
Construction started on three brand new Golf Holes on a site which had previously been a quarry adjacent to the Golf Club. Once complete, the Club decided to re-model five existing Greens and Tees to USGA standard; this work was completed by October 2007.
11. Bunclody Golf Course
Lackabeg,
Co Wexford
Contact: Ciaran Redmond
00353872308465
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00353 56 7756622
00353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
New 18 hole golf course & practice facilities & all associated civil & infrastructural works.
Construction of this new 18 Hole Golf Course started in April 2007. A unique Golf Course which even encorporates a five storey lift on one of the Holes. The course also features 10 acres of lake, the river Slaney and spectacular Woodland Holes. The construction has recently been completed within the target period of 14 months. A full opening is planned for March 2009.
12. Bundoran Golf Club
Bundoran,
Co Donegal
Tel: 071 9841302
Contact: Terry McShay
00 353 872 360815
Architect: Howard Swan of Swan Golf Design
0044 1277 896229
Work Carried Out:
Remodelling works to 3 greens & bunkers.
This work was again carried out in two phases. The first phase was in 2005 when SOL remodeled all 58 bunkers. The second and larger phase was the construction of 3 new USGA Greens and Two new Tees.
This phase was completed April 2007 and is currently in Play.
13. Carrick-On-Shannon Golf Club
Woodbrook,
Carrick-On-Shannon,
Co Leitrim
Tel: 071 9667015
Contact: Brendan O'Connor
00 353 86 3806729
Architect: Hawtree Ltd: Marc Westenburg
00 44 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
New 9 hole build to bring course to full 18 holes.
SOL started construction on 9 new holes in March 2002. A most difficult site that was bordered by the Shannon on three sides. The job was a full site strip with all new Green tees and fairways. The nine holes were completed on time and within budget as we completed seeding in September 2002.
14. Carriglass Golf Club
Co Longford
Contact: Tom Kearns
00 353 86 2177908
Architect: Jeff Howes & Retif Goosen
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
18 hole golf course, practice facility & all associated civils & infrastructure works in relation to hotel, village & housing.
A new 21 hole golf Course set in the historic Carriglass Estate. A complete new championship course which is Goosens first design in Europe and is destined to be a true gem in the traditional parkland course. Work commenced here in May 2006.
15. Castlehume Golf Club
Enniskillen,
Co. Fermanagh
DT93 7ED
Tel: 048 66327077
Contact: Michael Tracey
00 353 861721649
Architect: Castlehume GC
048 66327077
Work Carried Out:
3 New greens.
SOL was tasked with the building of 3 new holes, commencing work on the first two in May 2005. Construction on the final Green/Tee etc, started in March 2008.
16. Castleisland Golf Club
Dooneen,
Castleisland, Co Kerry.
Tel: 066 7141709
Contact: Michael Coote
066 1741709
Architect: Spring Golf Design: Arthur Spring
00 353 87 2564811
Work Carried Out:
New 18 hole/greens/bunkers/tees.
In 1999/2000, SOL commenced construction of a new 18-Hole Golf Course which included Greens, Bunkers and Tees. Works were completed here in 2001.
17. Castleknock Golf Club
Castleknock,
Dublin 15
Tel:01 8205600
Contact: Paul Monahan
01 8205600
Architect: Gaunt & Marnock
00441629815423
James Healy
00353 87 2585185
Work Carried Out:
New 18 hole golf course & all associated civil works.
This 18 hole Championship Course was started in April 2004. A huge programme of works were undertaken which included lining 30,000 m2 of lakes and breaking out 20,000 m3 of rock. Over 400,000 m2 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. Due to the amount of resources on site, SOL managed to complete this project with 18 holes seeded out by October 2004. The course opened for play in summer 2005.
18. Castlemartyr Golf Course,
Castlemartyr,
Co Cork
Tel: 021 4644053
Contact: Andrew Scanlon
00 353 868 214074
Architect: Bates Golf Design: Ron Kirby
001 561 624 0809
Work Carried Out:
New 18 Hole Golf Course & Practice Facilities
SOL 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 250,000 cubic meters. The course was finished and seeded out in Autumn 2007and has recently opened for full play, to rave reviews.
19. Castletroy Golf Club,
Castletroy,
Co Limerick
Tel: 061 335261
Contact: Paddy Keane
061 335261
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
18 hole remodel, tees/greens/bunkers/lakes etc
SOL started work on this complete 18 Hole Remodel in April 2004. Construction work included tree removal and additional drainage due to poor ground conditions, involving the use of dumper trucks. The course re-opened for Play in May 2006.
20. Ceann Sibeal Golf Club
Dingle,
Co Kerry
Tel: 066 9156255
Contact: Thomas O'Shea
00353872725277
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
New 12th hole par 3 & new turf nursery.
SOL started to build a new Turf Nursery for Ceann Sibeal in 2003, completing the work in 2004. SOL returned to Dingle to construct a new 12th Hole Par 3 and Bunker in 2004, completing the work in 2005.
Photography courtesy of Aidan Bradley; www.golfcoursephotography.com21. Charleville Golf Club
Charleville,
Co Cork
Contact: Greg Collins
00 353 86 8157585
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
Construct new 18th green.
SOL constructed an entire new green on this site in September 2007.
22. Clonakilty Golf Club
Lisselan Estate,
Clonakilty,
Co Cork
Tel: 023 33552
Contact: Mark Coombes
023 33552
Architect: Jack Kenneally
00 353 87 8923235
Work Carried Out:
6 New Holes, Lisselan Golf Club.
Lisselan Golf Club opened in 1994 as a 6-hole golf course. It re-opened in 2004 with three additional holes and a new par 72 layout, constructed by SOL Golf.
23. Cobh Golf Course
Marino Point,
Co Cork
Tel: (021) 4812399
Contact: Mick Lynch
00 353 879191286
Architect: Hawtree Ltd:
Marc Westenburg
0044 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
New 18 hole golf course & practice facilities & associated civils works.
The landscape is rapidly changing at Marino during the construction of this new 18-hole championship golf course. Sol Golf started work on this new construction in February 2008. With an exceptionally quick turn round, seeding is expected to be completed by October 2008.”
24. Delgany Golf Club
Delgany,
Co Wicklow
Tel: 01 2874536
Contact: Peter Riberio
01 2874536
Architect: Patrick F Merrigan
00 353 86 2440557
Work Carried Out:
18 hole remodel greens/tees/bunkers
SOL Golf managed and shaped 19 New Greens and 2 new Tees in 2003, returning in 2004 to build 3 new Tees and 2 new Fairways.
"I have found their workmanship, attention to detail, day to day management and shaping to be of an exceptional high standard"- Patrick S. Merrigan, Architect25. Dooks Golf Club,
Dooks,
Glenbeigh,
Co Kerry
Tel: 066 9768205
Contact: Declan Manion
066 9768205
Architect: Hawtree Ltd: Marc Westenburg
00 44 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
18 Hole Remodel Greens/Tees/Fairways/Bunkers
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 with timeframe and budget, keeping all other holes in play at all times.
"SOL were the contractors for the construction work and it was their feel for links shaping that produced such good results."
- Marc Westenburg, Hawtree Limited. Architects
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 13 November 2008
To Whom It May Concern
I wish to confirm that SOL completed all construction work here in Dooks Golf Club during our re-development programme between the years 2002 – 2005.
While on site they were the main contractors in the remodeling of 17 of our golf holes, including tee boxes, fairways and greens. As Dooks Golf Links is situtated on rich beautiful links land the club were always mindful that the construction work would have as little as possible disruption to the land an its surrounding environment. Having studied and seen previous work on similar links courses in Ireland the club employed SOL to complete our re-development over a three phase period.
The works in Dooks involved major movement of sand, the translocation of both heather and mar ram, the shaping of the new 17 holes and the finishing and turfing of the site. In this work we feel SOL worked very professionally and their management of the project was exceptional. They were very accommodating in their work and impressive in the way they liaised with all parties from architects, committees, irrigation contracts, agronomists and our environmentalists. With SOL’s management our project was completed on time and within budget, while allowing our members to have 13 holes open for play at all times.
It is also evident from the completion of the project the ability of SOL to implement Hawtrees design.
We as a members owned golf club are delighted and proud to have had SOL to implement Hawtrees design.
We as members owned golf club are delighted and proud to have had SOL involved in the re-construction of our golf course. We found SOL very efficient to deal with and the result of their work has been remarkable, gaining praise every day from our visiting golfers.
Dooks Golf links has no hesitation in recommending SOL Golf to anyone wishing to build or re-construct a golf course.Brian Hurley
Manager
Dooks Golf Links
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------26. Doonbeg Golf Club
Doonbeg,
Co Clare
Tel: 065 9055600
Contact: Jim Mckenna
065 9055600
Architect; Gregg Norman
00 353 65 9055600
Work Carried Out:
New Practice Area. Remodel 12th hole.
SOL started construction on a Practice Facility area and refurbishment work on the 12th Hole. The Golf Club opened for limited play in 2001, opening for full play in 2002.
27. Douglas Golf Club
Maryborough Hill,
Douglas,
Co Cork
Tel: 021 48952970
Contact: Ronan Burke
02148952970
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00353 56 7756622
00353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
Remodel works to tees/bunkers/fairway/drainage.
2006 saw Douglas Golf Club employ SOL to upgrade many of the tees and bunkers for both strategic and length purposes.
28. Dungannon Golf Club
Dungannon,
Co Tyrone
Tel: 00 44 2887722098
Contact: Peadar Quinn
00 44 7764 153951
Architect: Patrick F Merrigan
00 353 86 2440557
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling Of Greens, tees & bunker complexes.
Commencing work in June 2008, with a target finish date of August 2008, SOL remodeled 6 Greens, Fairways and Tees, involving extra drainage due to the recent heavy rainfall.
29. Ennis Golf Club
Drumbiggle,
Ennis, Co Clare
Tel: 065 6865410
Contact: Kevin Brown
065 6865410
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
Remodel Works To Tee/Bunkers. Slit drainage to complete
course
Over the course of 3 years starting in 2003, SOL rebuilt all the tees at Ennis giving them both a longer course but also an increased tee space. SOL also completed a complete Sand Slitting programme on all Fairways.
"Working with SOL Golf Construction on the drainage program brought hands on experience and implemented the drainage plan to the highest standards while working on local contours and ground conditions."- Eddie Connaughton, Course Architect, EBC Ltd30. Enniscrone Golf Club
Enniscrone,
Co Sligo
Tel: 096 36297
Contact: Brian Casey
096 36297
Architect: Donald Steel & Company Ltd
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
9 New Holes, Remodel Existing 18th Hole
One of the first jobs that SOL Golf was awarded in the summer of 1999
was the new holes at Enniscrone. To this day recognised as some of the finest holes on the west coast of Ireland.
"SOL were the contractors for the construction work and it was their feel for links shaping that produced such good results."
- Martin Ebert, Donal Steel & Co. Architects
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
14/11/2008
To whom it concerns
Enniscrone Golf Club is proud to have been associated with SOL construction since they first began work with us in 1999. At that time SOL carried out a major expansion of our links course involving sand dune relocation, construction of 6 new tees, 6 fairways and 6 greens. The work (1999-2001) was carried out with full environmental approval and was praised from all sides. In addition the sanding, hydroseeding and overall shaping, quality was second to none and today we can boast one of the finest links courses in Ireland.
When the club decided in 2004 to carry out a major change to our 18th hole, SOL were again employed to do this work and the result today is something to admire such is the quality of workmanship employed. We have found SOL construction to he most professional in their overall planning and most helpful when changes had to be made on site.
Currently, SOL construction are on site carrying out changes to 4 of our greens and once again top quality work is in progress. the fact that we were awarded the IGTOA Golf Course of the year 2008 is proof of the quality we have at Enniscrone.
I would have no hesitation in recommending SOL Construction for any project.Pat Sweeney
Manager,
Enniscrone Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31. Farnham Estate
Cavan,
Co Cavan
Tel: 049 4377700
Contact: Roy Mc Cabe
00 353 86 3849692
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
New 18 hole golf course, practice facilities & associated civils works.
SOL commenced work on this new Championship Course that is set in 1200 acres, in April 2006. A most unique course in its layout with only two holes side by side. A massive earthworks job which involved stripping over 600,000m2 of topsoil, 400,000m3 of earthworks and 120,000m2 of forestry clearance.
In order to create the Irrigation lake a further 30,000m3 of rock had to be broken out. Due to very challenging ground conditions and some very bad weather this job has required three seasons to complete. The front Nine is now open for Play.
32. Fota Golf Club
Fota Island,
Carrigtwohill,
Co Cork
Tel: 021 4883700
Contact: Con O' Driscoll
021 4883700
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
Construction of new 9 Holes & practice facilities. This Course has hosted the Irish Open.
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.
Photography courtesy of Aidan Bradley; www.golfcoursephotography.com33. Galway Golf Club,
Blackrock,
Salthill
Co Galway
Tel: 091 522033
Contact: Padraig Fahy
091 522033
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work carried out:
18 hole remodel greens/tees/bunkers etc.
The Golf Club enlisted the services of SOL to upgrade the existing Greens and Tees to modern USGA specification. This was achieved over four seasons by a dedicated crew who constructed 3/4 new Greens and Tees per year. The final phase was completed in 2004/5.
34. Glenstall Abbey
Murroe,
Co Limerick
Tel: 061 386103
Contact: Fr. James
061 386103
Architect: Glenstall Abbey
Work Carried Out:
Drainage works & civils works For tennis courts.
SOL Golf carried out drainage and civil works for a new Tennis Court Academy in April-June 2008.
35. Grange Park Golf Club
Prescott Road,
St Helens
WA10 3AD
Contact: Owen Mullins
00 44 174 426318
Architect: Tom Deignan DWG Design
Work Carried Out:
Remodelling works to greens, tees & bunkers.
Starting in September 2006, SOL remodeled 3 Greens and 2 Tees.
36. Halmstad Golf Arena AB
Box 11365
404 28 Gothenburg
Sweden
Contact: Martin Siljegard
0046(0)736875789
Architect: Christian Lindin
JC Lundin Golf Course Architecture
Stampgatan 56A
411 01 Gothenburg
Sweden
0043(0)31 5507757
For more than two years, efforts to develop the idea behind the world’s foremost training facility for golf have been going on. In May 2010, the construction of this unique golf arena begun.
Halmstad Golf Arena is a facility dedicated to the training of all the various situations found in golf. The facility will span 17 hectares and in the center lay a 365-meter long range flanked by grass tees on both sides.
Surrounding the range is a short game area for stroke lengths up to 140 meters with a 2170sqm large green in the center.
There is also a practice hole with four greens and nine tees.
The 900sqm large Sports Academy holds a high tech gym, swing studios with the latest technology and two meeting rooms for 75 and 40 people. Directly adjacent to the Sports Academy is the large putting green (1615sqm) and a chipping green (2000sqm) with bunkers of varying character suitable for both elite and amateur golfers alike.
The southeastern corner of the facility will be modeled after the famous "Himalayas" at "The Old Course" in St. Andrews. In this area, equivalent to a football field, stimulating challenges for both experienced golfers and beginners will be created.
The whole area has spectacular ocean views only 500 meters away. This combined with the links character the area will assume the overall experience will be complete.”Christian Lundin
Architect37. Hermitage Golf Club
Lucan,
Co Dublin
Tel: 016 265396
Contact: Mark Harrington
00 353 860 822744
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
Construct putting green complex.
With a new Pro Shop and first Tee area being landscaped, the Club decided to rebuild the Putting Green. SOL completed the reconstruction in only five days in June 2008.
Photography courtesy of Aidan Bradley; www.golfcoursephotography.com38. Hesketh Golf Club,
Cockle Dick's Lane,
off Cambridge Road,
Southport,
Lancashire PR9 9QQ
Contact: Martyn Senior
00 44 1704 536897
Architect: Hawtree Ltd
Martin Hawtree
00 44 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling works to greens.
SOL reshaped two Greens, Tees, Bunkers and Mounding on this Links style Course, commencing work in October 2006.
39. Kanturk Golf Club
Fairy Hill,
Kanturk,
Co Cork
Tel: 029 50534
Contact: John O'Connor
029 50534
Architect: James Healy
00 353 65 6820119
00 353 87 2585185
Work Carried Out:
Remodel all tees, new 13th green.
SOL started work for Kanturk Golf Club in the Summer of 2003/4, remodeling all Tees and constructing a new 13th Green, the project was completed in September 2004.
40. Kilkee Golf Club,
Kilkee,
Co Clare
Tel: 065 9056048
Contact: Secretary/Manager
065 9056048
Architect: Kilkee Golf Club
065 9056048
Work Carried Out:
Preparation & hydro seeding of 2 fairways.
SOL Golf carried out Hydro seeding works to fairways, using a salt-resistant seed mix, in September 2003.
41. Killarney Golf Club: Killeen Course
Mahony's Point,
Killarney,
Co Kerry
Tel: 064 33899
Contact: Maurice O'Meara
064 33899
Architect: Donald Steel & Co Ltd
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
18 hole remodel greens/tee/bunkers, drainage etc. This Course has hosted the Irish Open.
SOL started a major refurbishment in June 2005, including a remodel of all Greens, Tees, Bunkers and lake drainage works. The work was completed within budget and on schedule in September 2005.
42. Killarney Golf Club: Lackabane
Mahony's Point,
Killarney,
Co Kerry
Tel: 064 33899
Contact: Maurice O'Meara
064 33899
Architect: Donald Steel & Co Ltd
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
18 Hole - bunker sanding & finishing. Also rebuilt 4th Hole.
Sol Golf commenced construction of a new 4th Hole, then bowling out and sanding of all bunkers, in 1998.
43. Killeen Castle Golf Club
Dunshaughlin,
Co Meath
Tel: 016 893000
Contact: Mark Collins
016 893000
Architect: Bates Golf Design: Ron Kirby
001 561 624 0809
Work Carried Out:
New fishing lake & par 3 golf holes complex.
SOL Golf won this most prestigious job to build not only two purpose built fishing Lakes, but also three excptionally challenging par 3 holes which play through the Lakes. This was also the first Lakes in Europe to be sealed using the new product from the USA called ESS 13. An oil based substance which seals the lake just like a plastic membrane. This job was started in July 2007 and was completed in May 2008.
44. Kilspindie Golf Club
Aberlady,
East Lothian,
Scotland EH32 OQD
Tel: 00 44 1875 870358
Contact: Paul Casely
00 44 1875 870358
Architect: Donald Steel & Co Ltd: Tom Mackenzie
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
Revetting of all Bunkers On new golf course.
SOL commenced work on this classic links course in June 1998, consisting of revetting and turfing of all course bunkers.
45. Kinsale Golf Club
Kinsale,
Co. Cork.
Contact: Barry Murphy,
021 477 4722.
Architect: Hawtree Ltd,
00 44 1993 811976.
Project Manager/Consultant: James Healy,
00 353 65 6820119
00 353 87 2585185
Work carried out:
4 new holes and remodeling.
Sol Golf will begin construction of 4 new holes and commence remodeling of the course in August 2008.
46. Lahinch Golf Club
Lahinch,
Co. Clare
Tel: 065 7081003
Contact: John Ruaine
00 353 87 6836016
Architect: Hawtree Ltd: Martin Hawtree
0044 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
18 hole championship course. Remodel greens/tees/fairways etc.
As one of the finest Links Courses in the world, reconstructing this course to the scale, was a massive undertaking for SOL. 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.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 7 November 2008
To Whom It May Concern
SOL Golf Course Construction ltd, Ballinahulia, Ballydesmond, Co. Cork, have untaken several projects for Lahinch Golf Club between 1999 and 2002 they carried out a major Old Course Development Project to the plans of Dr Martin Hawtree, our architect. This job was completed on time, on budget and to our and Dr. Hawtree’s satisfaction.
They have carried our a number of smaller projects for us, the most recent being just completed, and these, likewise were expertly and professionally finished.
I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending them to other Club’s undertaking golf course projects or the like. If you would like to have any further information, please feel free to contact the undersigned at any time.Alan Reardon
Secretary Manager
Lahinch Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------47. Legion GAA Club
Killarney,
Co Kerry
Tel: 064 36026
Contact: Pat Kissane
00 353 86 2547780
Architect: Legion GAA
064 36026
Work Carried Out:
Construction Of new running track & practice area.
SOL began construction of a new Running Track and Training Area in 1999/2000, completing the work on time and within budget.
48. Limerick Golf Club
Rossbrien,
Ballyclough
Co Limerick
Tel: 061 4151 46
Contact: Pat Murray
061 4151 46
Architect:Declan Brannigan Design: Ronan Brannigan
00 353 86 2628741
Work Carried Out:
Construct new tee boxes.
One of the oldest yet challenging Courses decided to begin upgrading their Tees in 2007. SOL built and sodded the new tees in order to have them back in play by early Spring.
49. Lough Erne Golf Resort
Castlehume,
Enniskillen,
Co Fermanagh
Tel: 00 48 66327077
Contact: Jim Treacy
00 48 66327077
Architect: Faldo Golf Design: Guy Hockley
00 44 7968 952846
Work Carried Out:
New 18 hole golf course & associated civils works.
Due to open in 2009, this spectacular site is designed by Nick Faldo and bears his signature. SOL commenced construction on the new 18 hole Championship Course in February 2006. The Fairways are sand-based with a high specification drainage system underneath.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
I2 November 09
To whom it concerns
I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of the captains, council and members of St. Anne's Golf Club to congratulate S.O.L. Golf Construction Ltd. on completing very successfully our final phase of course development.
The workmanship was of the highest standard. Under the direction of our course architect Eddie Connaughton, I am pleased to state that the construction was completed on time and within budget. The completion of 3 new greens, new putting and chipping greens, our new road and first tee complex and other tee boxes are very pleasing to our members and visitors alike. Full marks to Easi, Andy and your lady green keeper Elsie who followed the instruction and were very co-operative with the St. Anne's Project team and Eddie Connaughton often times in trying weather conditions.
Finally I wish you a great corporate day and every success for the future.Joe Lynch
President of St. Anne's Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------50. Luttrelstown Golf Club
Castleknock,
Dublin 15
Tel: 01 8089988
Contact: Dermot Saunders
00 353 872541159
Architect: Donald Steel & Co Ltd: Tom Mackenzie
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
18 hole remodel tees, greens & bunkers & associated infrastructural works.
In 2004, SOL Golf started the full redevelopment of Luttrellstown Castle. This mammoth task involved keeping 9 holes in play at all time for the members. In order to achieve this, SOL were required to Sod the first 9 holes completely. This involved importing 100,000 m2 of Sod from Derry. All the original green surfaces were lifted and relayed. The 18 holes were completed by August 2005.
51. Malahide Golf Club
Beechwood Road,
The Grange,
Malahide Co Dublin
Tel: 01 8461611
Contact: John O'Meara
01 8461611
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling of 9 holes, greens, tees, bunkers, waterfeatures etc.
SOL Golf started work in September 2006, on the Red 9; doing all 9 new Green Surrounds, 3 new sets of Tees, new Fairway bunkering and several water features. All work was completed by March 2007.
52. Milltown Golf Club,
Lower Churchtown Road,
Dublin 14
Tel: 01 4976090
Contact: Brian Hendrick
01 4976090
Architect: Mckenzie & Ebert Ltd: Tom Mackenzie
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
18 hole remodel of greens, tees and bunkers.
SOL started construction on 7 new Greens, Tees and Fairway Bunkers in mid September, 2005. All Greens were stripped of native sod, which was later to be replaced on the new surface. This entire job was all sodded and sand split by December 2005, with the remaining fairway bunkers finishing in April 2006. The club then took a break for 2007(which was their centenary year) with the remaining 11 holes to be re-constructed at the start of August, 2008.
53. Mitchelstown Golf Club
Mitchelstown, Co Cork
Tel: 025 24072
Contact: John F Cunningham
025 24072
Architect: David Jones Bangor, Co Down
James Healy
00 353 87 2585185
Work Carried Out:
Additional 6 new golf holes
SOL started construction of 6 new Holes in Summer 2003, including Tees, Greens, Fairway Bunkers, also all drainage and sanding works.
"Six new holes were constructed to a very high standard under very severe weather conditions in 2002 and open ready for play in under a twelve month period."
"SOL carried out their construction work to a very high standard and were very accommodating to work with for the duration of the project."- James Healy, Consultant/Project Manager
- David Jones, Golf Architect54. Moate Golf Club
Aghanargit,
Moate, Co Westmeath
Tel: 090 6481271
Contact: Eddie B Connaught
00 353 87 2625987
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
Bunker remodelling.
SOL Golf constructed 10 new Fairway Bunkers for Moate Golf Club at the end of 2006.
55. Monkstown Golf Club
Monkstown,
Co Cork
Tel: 021 48441376
Contact: Martin Travers
021 48441376
Architect: Donald Steel & Co Ltd: Tom Mackenzie
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
New green & bunkers.
SOL Golf constructed a new 3rd Green in Monkstown in Summer 2001.
56. Mountrath Golf Club
Mountrath,
Co Laois
Tel: 0502 32558
Contact: James Healy
00 353 65 6820119
00 353 87 2585185
Architect: James Healy
00 353 65 6820119
00 353 87 2585185
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work to 3 new greens.
SOL reshaped three new Greens for Mountrath Golf Club in 2001.
57. Naas Golf Club
Naas,
Co Kildare
Tel: 045874644
Contact: David Behan
045 856693
Architect: Naas Golf Club
Work Carried Out:
New Tee Box.
In September 2005, SOL constructed a new Tee box for Naas Golf Club.
58. Narin & Portnoo Golf Club
Portnoo,
Co Donegal
Tel: 074 9545107
Contact: Michael McBride
074 9545107
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
New 5 holes & remodeling works, hydroseeding etc.
SOL commenced work in August, 2004, building 7 new greens, tees and fairways. This 18-hole, links course now has a new par 73 layout, with 2 complete new holes.
59. Newlands Golf Club
Clondalkin,
Dublin 22
Tel: 01 4592913
Contact: Gerry Byrne
00 353 876221447
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work to 3 holes, greens/tees/fairways & water feature etc.
SOL Golf re-modelled three Greens and a new Water Feature for Newlands Golf Club in September 2006. All works were then sodded and the Golf Course was open was play from April 2007.
60. Portlaois GAA
Portlaois,
Co Laois
Contact: John Hanniffy
087 2460779
Architect: S.T.R.I.
Richard Hayden
00 44 1274518911
Work Carried Out:
Construction of 7 new GAA pitches.
SOL began Construction of seven new GAA Pitches in May 2008; the largest pitch development of its kind in the country. The pitches will be open for play in 2009.
61. Portmarnock Golf Club
Portmarnock, Co Dublin
Tel: 018462968
Contact: Ian Ritchie
00 353 872546712
Architect: Hawtree Ltd: Martin Hawtree
0044 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work to 5 holes, greens/tees/fairways etc. This course has hosted the Irish Open.
SOL Golf carried out remodelling work on five Holes, including Greens, Tees, Fairways and Water Features, over three seasons; commencing work in 2000.
CLIENT'S REFERENCE
Date: 17 November 2008
To Whom It May Concern
I hereby confirm that the firm of Sol Golf ltd were appointed by Portmarnock Golf Club in 2002/3 to carry out construction works as designed by M Hawtree Associates.
This work was completed on time and within budget. Sol golf were very flexible in meeting the golf requirements of the Club and the work was carried out in accordance with the specifications and to a very high standard.John Quigley
General Manager
Portmarnock Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------62. Portmarnock Links Golf Course
Portmarnock,
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 8460611
Contact: Fintan Brennan
00 353 87 6750425
Architect: Fintan Brennan
00 353 87 6750425
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling works to tees & greens.
SOL Golf began construction of eight new Tee Boxes in 2005, in order to lengthen the Golf Course.
63. Rosapenna Golf Resort
Downings
Co Donegal
Tel: 074 91 55301
Contact: Frank Casey
074 9155301
Architect: Tom Doak Golf Design
Work Carried Out:
Fine shape & prep & seed 6 new greens & 1 new tee.
SOL commenced work on this Links Course in June 2007, fine shaping and seeding 6 Greens and rebuilding the First Tee.
64. Royal Birkdale Golf Club
Waterloo Rd,
Birkdale,Southport,
Mersyside,
PR8 2lX
Tel: 00 44 1704 567920
Contact: Michael Gilyeat
00441704567920
Architect: Hawtree Ltd: Martin Hawtree
0044 199 3811976
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work to 6 holes, also bunkers/Tees/Greens
In Preparation For British Open 2008.
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 remodeled during construction.
For a hole by hole description of the work carried out by SOL for this years British Open on Royal Birkdale... go to our 'Latest News' section in the 'Contacts Page'.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 17/11/08
To Whom It May Concern
This is to confirm that SOL Golf Construction Limited were appointed as the main contractor responsible for carrying out some widespread alterations to our course in preparation for the 2008 Open Championship.
The work was carried out in two phases, phases one being the winter of 2005/2006 and phase two being the winter of 2006/2007 and ranged from, but was not limited to relocating a green, alterations to a number of other greens, altering and re-aligning fairways, removing, rebuilding and relocating bunkers and general landscaping improvements.
The work was carried out in total harmony with our own staff and close liaison with the Club. At all times SOL Golf Construction Limited 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.
As a Club we would have no hesitation in appointing SOL Golf Construction Limited to carry out any work for us in the future or recommending them as a contractor to any other party.M C Gilyeat
Managing Secretary
The Royal Birkdale Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------65. Royal Dublin Golf Club
Dollymount,
Dublin 3
Tel: 01 8336346
Contact: Brian Kearney
01 8336346
Architect: Hawtree Ltd
Martin Hawtree
00 44 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
Complete refurbishment of 18 holes tees, greens, bunkers etc. This Course has hosted the Irish Open.
Sol Golf commenced work on Royal Dublin in October 2002, with the re-construction of the 9th Hole. This was the template for the re-design of the entire Golf Club over the following three seasons. All 18 Greens have since been completely re-modelled, with four entirely new Green locations, three complete New Golf Holes and the Course now in excess of 7,000 yards from the Blue Tees. The works on this Course were completed on time, within budget in 2005/6.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 13/11/098
To Whom It May Concern
I wish to confirm that SOL Golf Construction Ltd., were the contractors on the major upgrading of The Royal Dublin Link, which was carried out between 2002 and 2006.
The Royal Dublin Golf Club which is a Championship Links and hosted The Irish Open as recently as 1983-1985, had no significant development work carried out on the Links since 1920's.
The Links-upgrading and redevelopment, which was executed under the direction of Martin Hawtree, Golf Course Architects, was carried out over 4 years in order to keep a minimum of 12 holes in play each winter. The work involved the construction of some new holes from tee to green, the realignment and lengthening of many others and the reconstruction of all 18 greens and most of the tees.
I wish to confirm that SOL carried out the work to the highest quality, commenced and finished their work each year on time and completed the €4.5 million contract within budget.
I have no hesitation in recommending SOL for any future major golf course development projects.Brian Kearny
Chairman Links Development Committee Royal Dublin Golf Course.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------66. Royal Portrush Golf Club
Portrush,
Co Antrim,
BT56 8JQ
Tel: 00 44 2870 822311
Contact: Mrs Wilma Erskine
00 44 2870 822311
Architect: MacKenzie & Ebert Ltd: Martin Ebert
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
Construction of short game & practice area.
The Course has played host to Open Championships, including the Senior British Open Championship in 2004. In October 2007, SOL started to build a new short game area, dunes and extended the driving range.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 14 November 2008
To Whom It May Concern
SOL Golf worked on the construction of the Short Game Area at Royal Portrush Golf Club in late 2007. They are currently working on the construction of new Championship Tees for the Club.
SOL’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.
We would have no hesitation in recommending their services.Wilma Erskine
Secretary Manager
Royal Portrush Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------67. Shannon Golf Club
Golf Links Road, Shannon,
Co Clare
Tel: 061 471849
Contact: Michael Corry
061 471849
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work To 5 greens/tees/bunkers etc.
SOL Golf carried out re-modelling work to five Greens, including Tees, Bunkers, etc for Shannon Golf Club completing the project in 2004.
68. St Anne's Golf Club
North Bull Island,
Dollymount,
Dublin 5
Tel: 01 8336471
Contact: Stephen Almer
00 353 860 402784
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00353 87 2625987
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work to greens/tees/mounding featuring & practice area.
SOL has completed two major re-construction programmes for St Annes; the first involved the construction of five new Greens and the Fairway Mounding on six Holes in 2001/2.
SOL returned in 2007 to re-build four more Greens, three Tees, a practice facility and to completely change the entrance to the Clubhouse. The Course was re-opened for play in April 2008.
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
23/5/08
To whom it concerns
I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of the captains, council and members of St. Anne's Golf Club to congratulate S.O.L. Golf Construction Ltd. on completing very successfully our final phase of course development.
The workmanship was of the highest standard. Under the direction of our course architect Eddie Connaughton, I am pleased to state that the construction was completed on time and within budget.
The completion of 3 new greens, new putting and chipping greens, our new road and first tee complex and other tee boxes are very pleasing to our members and visitors alike. Full marks to Easi, Andy and your lady green keeper Elsie who followed the instruction and were very co-operative with the St. Anne's Project team and Eddie Connaughton often times in trying weather conditions.
Finally I wish you a great corporate day and every success for the future.Joe Lynch
President,
St. Anne's Golf Club
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------69. The Heritage Golf Club
Kilenard,
Co Laois
Tel: 0502 45994
Contact: Tom Keane
0502 45994
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00 353 56 7756622
00 353 86 8549923
Work carried out:
Construction of 27 hole course & practice area & all associated civils works.
SOL Golf commenced work on this prestigious course in July 2001. In what is currently recognised as one of the finest inland courses, SOL finished seeding in June 2003 and the course opened for play in August 2003.
Photography courtesy of Aidan Bradley; www.golfcoursephotography.com
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 15 July 2008
To Whom It May Concern
Sol Golf Construction were the main contractors on the construction of the Heritage Golf Course at The Heritage Golf & Spa Resort in Killenard, Co. Laois in 2001. They were involved in the creation of every aspect of the course including greens, fairways, bunkers, tee boxes, lakes, streams, planting and all other features. They implemented this design based on the specification of the course designers Seve Ballesteeros and Jeff Howes.
Since the initial construction project, Sol Golf Construction have been involved in the continuous maint3enace programme on the course and have offered ongoing support and guidance to our Course Superintendent Anthony Fitzpatrick. In 2008 the course was ranked by Backspin Magazine as “5th best Parkland course in Ireland” and 15th in Golf Digests “Ireland’s top 100 Golf Courses”. It has hosted the Irish Seniors Open, The Heritage Challenge and the Seve Trophy with some of Europe’s top players in attendance.
I would be happy to speak on the quality of Sol golf Constructions services and their commitment to my project.Donagh Davern
Resort General Manager
The Heritage Golf & Spa Resort
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------70. The Island Golf Club
Corballis, Donabate,
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 8436205
Contact: Noel Ryan
01 8436205
Architect: Hawtree Ltd
00 44 1993 811976
Work Carried Out:
Remodeling work to 3 holes & rock wall sea protection.
SOL Golf started work on three new Greens and three new Tees, in November 2005. Work was completed in early January 2006. The next phase started later that year, which involved the re-construction of an entire new 15th Hole along with a new Green and Tee box. Work is ongoing with the next phase due to start later in 2008.
71. Tralee Golf Club
Barrow,
Ardfert,
Co Kerry
Tel: 066 7136379
Contact: Anthony Byrne
066 7136379
Architect: Donald Steel & Company: Tom Mackenzie
00 44 1243 531901
Work Carried Out:
18 hole remodel to green/tees/bunkers/fairways etc. New resevoir for irigation system.
A huge and most prestigious job which was carried out over three seasons, between October and March, 2006 to 2008. SOL rebuilt Greens, Tees and Fairways, stripping and relaying all the native turf as well as importing sod from the UK. Sol not only moved thousands of m3 of Sand, but also had to break thousands of m3 of Rock
CLIENT’S REFERENCE
Date: 15/11/08
To Whom It May Concern
SOL Golf Construction Ltd. worked over a 3 year period on a major remodeling of the tees, greens and fairways at Tralee Golf Club.
SOL's organization, 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.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------72. Waterford Golf Club
New Rath,
Waterford,
Co Waterford
Tel: 0514 853 405
Contact: John Fearnon
00 353 87 2431790
Architect: Declan Brannigan Design: Ronan Brannigan
00 353 86 2628741
Work carried out:
Remodelling works to fairway bunkers.
SOL Golf constructed one new Fairway Bunker for Waterford Golf Club in 2008.
73. Westport Golf Club
Carrowholly,
Westport,
Co Mayo
Tel: 098 28262
Contact: Paul O'Neill
098 28262
Architect: Eddie B Connaughton
00 353 87 2625987
Work carried out:
Remodeling work to 4 holes, greens/tees/bunkers etc.
SOL started work in Westport in 2002, remodelling the 6th, 7th, 8th and 18th Holes, constructing new Greens, Tees, Bunkers and new lakes at the 18th Hole.
74. Youghal Golf Club
Knockaverry, Youghal,
Co Cork
Tel: 024 92787
Contact: Peter Murray
024 92787
Architect: Jeff Howes Golf Design
00353 56 7756622/00353 86 8549923
Work carried out:
Construction of 3 new holes.
SOL constructed three new Holes in Summer 2003, including Tees, Greens and Bunkers.
74. Others
Europe:
May 2010: SOL has been awarded the contract to build a new golfing academy that is being developed in Halmstad, near Gothenburg in Sweden.
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