Padraig Harrington unveils Marlay Putting Green to the public

Harrington worked closely with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, who provided the site and will manage and operate the green. John Clarkin’s team at Turfgrass®, provided their expertise in construction and agronomy and worked alongside Atlantic Golf Construction in the build of the putting green. The project was funded by the Padraig Harrington Charitable Foundation together with the assistance of a golf development grant from The R&A, and also a grant from Golf Ireland, supported by Sport Ireland’s special projects scheme.

This is a consolidation of philanthropic teamwork, as highlighted by Padraig Harrington:

I am thrilled to announce the opening of the Marlay Putting Green. It has been amazing to see this project come to fruition, and I am so pleased the people of Dublin will be able experience golf in a fun and family focused setting. My aim for this project has always been to create an affordable and accessible facility which is designed for all ages and golf abilities at no cost. I’ve always wanted to give back to the community and find a way to introduce the game of golf to all generations.”

Harrington added,

I would like to extend a special thank you to Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and it’s Parks team, John Clarkin and his team at Turfgrass®, Anthony Bennett and the team at Atlantic Golf Construction, as well as all the contractors and suppliers who have also offered their time and services for free or at preferential rates. I would also like to thank The R&A, as well as Golf Ireland and Sport Ireland, for their generous grants which have made this project possible, in addition to my sponsors, Wilson and Titleist for the supply of putters and golf balls.”

Frank Curran, Chief Executive, Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council said:

We are immensely proud of our partnership with Padraig Harrington and this new world class local facility at Marlay Park.  This is a state of the art, unique putting course covering 3000 square metres and we look forward to bringing the game of golf to a new generation and a new audience”.

John Clarkin from Turfgrass® commented,

We are delighted to offer our services and participate in this community inspired project with Padraig, one that will hopefully encourage a new generation to get involved in and experience the fun side of golf.  The putting green will be six times the size of an average green and incorporates various undulations which will provide some fun hole locations.”

At the launch the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, said:

As Minister with responsibility for sport, one of my priorities is to increase participation in sport and physical activity and to ensure that opportunities are provided to enable people to participate. Facilities such as this putting green, which is freely accessible to the public, are key to moving the dial in terms of participation numbers.  I would like to commend Pádraig and all the team who have worked to bring this to fruition.”

 

Marlay Putting Green Opening Hours

The Putting Green is a family focused golf amenity, located in the centre of Marlay Park adjacent to the boules area and tennis courts.  Admission is free but those wishing to play must obtain permission from the adjacent Treo Coffee Trailer, where putters and golf balls are also available to borrow. 

The Green is open Wednesday  - Monday  from 1^st July  

It will be closed on concert days at start of July

The Green will open at 10.30am (depending on weather, condition of green and maintenance) and will close at 16.30 .  

There is a limit to the numbers playing the green at a given time in order to protect the surface. Limits are 200 players on weekends (Fri- Sun). Please ensure you do not wear heels or studded footwear and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.