Concra Wood Golf & Country Club is the latest stage in the evolution of Castleblayney Golf Club. Founded as a 9 hole course in 1905, opposite the entrance to Concra Wood, it closed in 1949. In 1985, it was reborn in the grounds of Hope Castle (visible across Lough Muckno), before moving to its current location in 2008, and expanding to 18 holes. The idea for a new 18 hole course began in early 2000, thanks to the vision and planning of Castleblayney Golf Club. The golf club approached Coillte to buy 240 acres of dramatic, wooded landscape that tilts down into Lough Muckno. The views are spectacular, stretching across the Monaghan Drumlins to the Cooley and Mourne Mountains to the east, and the Slieve Gullion and Mullyash Mountains to the north. And all the while you are surrounded by the lake and its scattering of islands, including Black Island, Otter Island, Crane Island and White Island. It is a unique setting that golfers, fishermen and walkers will love. The landscape holds a rich history. The ruins of an old folly Castle (known locally as McMahon's Castle), built by Lord Blayney, lies beside the 8th tee box, while the Temple ruin is located between the 9th tee and 4th fairway. This was a picnic retreat for Lord Blayney. Elsewhere, the Belfast steps are inextricably linked with Castleblayney folklore and the fortunes and misfortunes of the Blayney family. The shape and flow of the golf course are perfectly complemented by the drumlins that roll across the countryside. This easy rhythm adds to the beauty of the course and its challenges, and it will inspire every golfer who chooses to play here. Woods and trees stretch their way elegantly around the course and between holes to give Concra Wood a truly natural touch. The new state-of-the-art clubhouse will be a stunning addition to Concra Wood. Located at the highest point it will offer panoramic views of Monaghan's stunning scenery, and far beyond. It has been designed by former international amateur golfer, Brendan Cashell and it will blend harmoniously into this much cherished landscape. Covering 15,000 square feet, members and visitors will arrive to find a stylish, modern and comfortable clubhouse. Not to mention the warm, traditional Castleblayney welcome. Spacious changing rooms, a full restaurant and bar and PGA Pro shop will be complemented by tennis courts, bowling green and fitness suite. It all adds up to a true golf and country club experience. There will also be conference room facilities. "The clubhouse was designed to suit the course and layout. It will have views of Lough Muckno and the closing holes. Muted stone will be used in the building so that it blends in with the surroundings," explained Brendan Cashell. Concra Wood Golf & Country Club is a Public Limited Company. It owns a 240 acre asset that has been developed into a golf course and clubhouse, and may be developed further. The sale of ordinary shares has and will continue to finance the club's development, and a limited number of these are still available. An ordinary share has equal rights, and entitles the shareholder to a vote at the Annual/Extraordinary General meetings of the PLC. A share also entitles you to apply for golf club membership. One share is available per person. The share can be resold; it is not an entrance/levy fee. The current share value is 17, 000. Once you have purchased a share in Concra Wood Golf & Country Club, you are then entitled to apply for club membership (Castleblayney Golf Club). This is available for an annual subscription fee. For further details contact Concra Wood Golf & Country Club, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan, Ireland. Tel: 042 9749485 Fax: 042 9754576 Tweet

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