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Golf in the MidlandsThis midland location offers a choice of 9 superb courses, from theChristy O'Connor designed Glasson and Esker Hills courses tohighly acclaimed ones at Athlone, Mount Temple, Moate,Roscommon, Castle Barna, Tullamore and Mullingar.Glasson Golf Hotel & Country ClubRanked in the Top 10 NewIrish Courses 2004 byDermot Gilleece (GolfJournalist) This majesticgolf setting is snuggleddown in the heart ofIreland.A Christy O'Connor Jnr. masterpiece that has all golfers talking.Every hole is breathtaking and measuring over 7000 yds from thechampionship tees it is a true test for all golfing standards. GlassonGolf and Country Club must be seen to be believed. Set on apeninsula bordering Lough Ree, it is set to become the subject ofmany an oil painting. It has 29 luxury Bedrooms, Central Location,Full Catering Facilities, Purpose Built Conference Centre, PrivateJetty on Lough Ree. Tel: 090- 648512026Esker Hills Golf Club is aChristy O'Connor Jnr. designedmasterpiece, built on uniqueterrain where no two holes areremotely alike. Spend sometime here exploring theultimate golfing test - it's wellworth the effort!Regarded as one of Ireland's leading inland courses, Esker Hills is achallenging championship golf course where no two holes areremotely alike. It is noted for its distinct links feel, superb sandbasedgreens, all-year playability and warm welcome.Esker Hills Golf Club is built on 150 acres of testing terrain. Openedin 1996, the Club has 300 members. The exploits of IrishInternational Shane Lowry has greatly enhanced the profile of theClub. Golf Club privileges are available to registered home ownersat 'Lios na Coille'.Shane finished tied for 37th together with Colm Moriarity fromAthlone, after a four round total of one under-par at the 139thOpen Championship in St. Andrews, and has mixed feelings afterhis first appearance in a Major tournament.