Welcome to Ardnacrusha Pitch and Putt Club
Ardnacrusha is a vibrant community club dedicated to providing a fun and enjoyable experience for all ages and abilities of pitch and putt. Located in Ardnacrusha, Clare by the Limerick/Clare border just a ten minute drive from Limerick City,
Established in 1954 the pitch and putt club has a strong history in the local community, a friendly and welcoming environment for all in a stunning location based close to the ESB Ardnacrusha Power Plant. A championship grade 18 hole pitch and putt course with 21 greens to allow rotation. Although relatively small in size this pitch and putt course provides challenges throughout with undulations, changes in elevations and trees scattered around the course it ensures to keep you on your toes!
Whether you are looking for a local club to join for a social game or are seeking competing against peers, Ardnacrusha has been built around all aspects of this community sport. Hosting weekly scramble competitions designed to be fun and inclusive for all, these are a great way to get to know other club members and learn from some of the masters of the game. For those who wish to compete a little more seriously there are also 5 club majors - The Fogarty Cup (Running since 1954), The Presidents Prize, The Captains Prize, The Club Strokeplay and The Club Matchplay. All five competitions are competed for annually as Nett competitions.
Pitch and Putt - What is it?
Affiliated Pitch and Putt refers to a formally organized version of the sport Pitch and Putt, governed under an official body, typically Pitch and Putt Ireland (PPI). The game itself is a shorter, more accessible variant of golf, played on courses with holes ranging typically from 30 to 70 meters. It emphasizes skill and precision over power, using only a few clubs (usually a putter and two wedges).
When a club or competition is said to be “affiliated,” it means it operates under the official rules, standards, and regulations of Pitch and Putt Ireland (or formerly the Pitch and Putt Union of Ireland—PPUI), and its players are eligible for official national rankings, inter-county competitions, and national championships.
🏌️♂️ The Game in Practice:
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Course: 18 holes, par 54.
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Clubs: Maximum of 3.
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Balls: Standard golf balls.
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Focus: Short-game skill, especially chipping and putting.
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Rules: Similar to golf but streamlined; regulated by national and international pitch and putt bodies.
Pitch and Putt - History in Munster
🌱 Origins:
Pitch and Putt originated in Munster, Cork in the 1930s. A local man named Donal Power is often credited with developing the early format of the sport. It was seen as a fun, accessible version of golf for the working class, with smaller equipment, shorter holes, and less expensive courses.
🏗️ Growth and Structure:
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1940s–50s: The sport expanded rapidly across Munster and Ireland.
- 1954: Ardnacrusha Pitch and Putt Club was founded.
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1960: The Pitch and Putt Union of Ireland (PPUI) was formed, helping to standardize the game nationwide and establish formal affiliations. Ardnacrusha member P.A Murphy was the very first president of Pitch and Putt Ireland.
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Munster Council of the PPUI was established to oversee clubs and competitions in the Munster province.
🏆 Competitive Scene:
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The Munster region became a hotbed for competitive Pitch and Putt, producing many top players and clubs.
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Affiliated clubs in counties like Cork, Limerick, Tipperary, Clare, Kerry, and Waterford host inter-club competitions, provincial championships, and feed into national tournaments.
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The Munster Council manages inter-county championships, scratch cups, strokeplay and matchplay championships within the province.
🌍 International Role:
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Irish affiliated pitch and putt, particularly from Munster, has played a leading role in the global development of the game. Ireland has often been the dominant country in international Pitch and Putt competitions under the FIPPA (Federation of International Pitch and Putt Associations).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Location
Ardnacrusha Pitch and Putt Club
Clare, Ireland
About us
Ardnacrusha Pitch and Putt Club has been a staple of the Clare and Limerick community for over 70 years, providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Our passion for pitch and putt shines through in everything we do.