Malone

The Drumbridge and Ballydrain nines form the basis of this entry (there is another perfectly good loop too) from Belfast. One of Antrim and indeed Ireland's top parklands, it was designed by CK Cotton and extends to a meaty 6,600 yards despite its history. Upgrades to some greens and changes to the signature par-3 15th have maintained Malone's reputation as a fine venue.

The Drumbridge loop plays down towards the Lagan, and includes the 7th – the hardest hole on the course - while the Ballydrain is dominated by a lake with fine par 3s.