“This is the place.”
These simple words, reputedly spoken by two members of the Maccabean Golfing Society, marked the beginning of Edmondstown Golf Club. Standing in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains likely somewhere along what is now the 18th fairway, with its sweeping views across Dublin City they had found what they were searching for: a home for a new club, created for golfers who, at the time, found it difficult to gain membership of established courses.
The year was 1944. Europe was still at war and Ireland was far from the open, pluralist society it is today. Despite the uncertainty of the time, the land then an old dairy farm was purchased, and Edmondstown Golf Club was born. The original course began as nine holes, expanding gradually over the years until, following the acquisition of additional land in 1959, it proudly became a full 18-hole course.
By the 1980s, Edmondstown was firmly established when plans for the Southern Cross Motorway presented a significant challenge to the club’s future. After two decades of negotiations, the final route of what would become the M50 was confirmed. As part of this process, Edmondstown secured additional land, allowing for a complete redesign of the course. In 2002, all 18 holes were remodelled, including replacement holes, resulting in the course enjoyed today now widely regarded as one of South Dublin’s premier golf courses.
At its heart, Edmondstown has always been a club defined by its people. Its membership reflects a broad mix of backgrounds and professions “Doctors, tailors and candlestick makers “all united by a shared love of the game. The club plays an important role in the local community, welcoming golfers young and not so young, and offering more than just golf. Edmondstown proudly hosts a choir, a bridge section, and a vibrant social life.
Recent years have seen significant investment in the club, including a refurbished clubhouse and a state-of-the-art professional shop, complete with an indoor golf club fitting studio ensuring Edmondstown continues to evolve while staying true to its roots.
Above all, Edmondstown is known for its friendliness and sense of belonging. As G. Randolph so fittingly put it:
“Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave and impossible to forget.”
