PLAYER INFORMATION FILE 
 
It is essential that all players review the information and resources housed  HERE before their participation in the Championship. 
In addition to that information, the following specific points should be noted with regard to this Championship:  

 Event 

 South of Ireland Women’s Amateur Open Championship 2026 

Venue 

Lahinch GC (Old Course) 

Venue Contact Information  

Liscannor Road Lahinch V95 HD00 County Clare 

(065) 7081003 
Email -  info@lahinchgolf.com  

Schedule 

54 Holes 

36 Holes on Day 1 - Shotgun Start @ 9am & 2pm 

Format 

Strokeplay

Lunch

Lunch is included on Day 1 only

Practice Round Bookings 

Official Practice Day –   24th April from 3pm.  Players to contact Lahinch GC directly to arrange same.

Please note that entry into the championship confers no other rights to access the facilities of Lahinch GC, except on terms provided by the Club and in this instance by prior arrangement. Any entrant attempting to access the facilities without prior permission of the club will have their entry from the championship withdrawn without a refund. 

  

Draw 

The Draw for the Championship will be published seven days before it is due to commence. Anyone who is included in the Starting List will be included in the Championship Draw accordingly.  

In order to facilitate the travel plans of competitors, the Championships Department will endeavour, insofar as is possible, to facilitate any reasonable requests regarding the time of starting (such requests should be emailed to munster@golfireland.ie). 

Withdrawals 

Withdrawals must be advised in advance by email to munster@golfireland.ie   
Link to Withdrawal Policy A-Z Player Information 

Practice Areas 

Driving Range, Short Game Practice and Putting Green 

Tees  

Red Tees

Caddies

Caddies are allowed

Registration 

All competitors will be sent a link to register for the championship via the tournament management system approximately three days beforehand. All competitors must register by clicking the link to confirm their participation. 

Please report to registration desk on morning of the event, located in the Pro-shop

Local Rules & Pace of Play 

Golf Ireland Hard Card is in operation and can be obtained from the Player’s Lounge 

Link to Local Rules - golf ireland hard card 2026.pdf

Link to Pace of Play - A-Z Player Information

Tournament Committee 

Chief Referee –  Kevin Glynn
Competition Director – Jennifer Hickey