The 2011 Solheim Cup Tour
Killeen Castle, County Meath, Ireland - September 2011
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About Killeen Castle Golf Club Solheim Venue 2011
Killeen Castle Golf Club is set in the grounds of the historic Killeen Castle, which is one of Ireland's oldest and finest Norman castles dating back to the 12th Century. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus, and is a par 72 design with a total length of 7,700 yards covering 350 acres of the 600 acre estate.
Course Facts
Some key facts about the golf course:
- Total Length: 7,700 yards
- The golf course covers 350 acres
- 44,000 tonnes of sand used to cap the fairways and rough areas
- 278 liner miles of slit drains complement the 200 miles of piped lateral drainage
- 7,000 mature trees planted from 10-15 years old
- Par 72
- 4 – Par fives
- 10 – Par fours
- 4 – Par threes