Kildare Pitch and Putt

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Welcome to the home of Kildare County Board Pitch & Putt. Kildare County Board is the governing body for all 6 Pitch & Putt clubs in Kildare namely, St. Bridget's Pitch & Putt, Ryston Pitch & Putt, Athgarvan Pitch & Putt, Prosperous Pitch & Putt, McDonagh Pitch & Putt & Poulaphouca Pitch & Putt.

All six clubs are open to new members and green fees. Please contact each club individually for details of membership and green fees charges.

Why Pitch & Putt?

Pitch and Putt has a unique place within the Irish sporting fraternity as Pitch and Putt is a game for all ages from 6 to 96 and caters for both male and female players. A round of Pitch & Putt can take as little as 1 hour to play and certainly wont break the bank with average adult membership fees in Kildare being just €100.00 for the entire year and just €40.00 for a juvenile.

All clubs have a PLAY N' PLAY policy where you can arrive, pay a green fee (as little as €5.00 per person) and go out and enjoy a round of Pitch and Putt. To play casually there is no dress code while there is also the option to improve, play competitions and represent your county.

St. Bridget's Pitch & Putt

www.stbridgetspitchandputt.ie

Founded in 1987 St. Bridget's is located in Kilcullen and hosts the 2023 National Mathcplay finals the blue ribband event in Irish Pitch & Putt circles. St. Bridget's has an active juvenile section with over 60 kids playing each week. St. Bridget's membership and green fees can be paid online through their website.

Ryston Pitch & Putt

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Founded in 1960 Ryston is located in Newbridge and is home to the top ranked ladies players in Ireland who make up the bulk of the Kildare team which are multiple winners of the national womens team championships. Ryston also has a large juvenile club catering for 75 active young members. Ryston is open for membership and green fees all year round.

Athgarvan Pitch & Putt Club

http://www.athgarvanpandp.com/

Founded in 1949 Athgarvan Pitch & Putt is location on the edge of The Curragh plains at Athgarvan. Again home to a large juvenile section, Athgarvan is know as one the best and most challenging courses in Ireland. If you want a serious test of your game, Athgarvan is the place to visit. You will also be greated with a warm welcome as with any of our affilate clubs.

Poulaphouca Pitch & Putt

https://www.poulaphoucapitchandputtclub.com/

Nestled overlooking the Blessignton Lakes you would be hard pushed to find a more scenic setting to play. Established in 1956 Poulaphouca is a wonderful compact layout that will challenge the most experienced player. Open all year round and always open to new members and gree fees.

Prosperous Pitch and Putt

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064571507041

Founded in 1989 Prosperous Pitch and Putt Club is nestled within the heart of Prosperous Village in North Kildare.

McDonagh Pitch & Putt

https://www.facebook.com/Pandpmcdonagh/

Founded in 1947 McDonagh is situated in The Curragh Camp. McDonagh is one of Ireland's most respected and most challenging pitch and putt layouts. Known for its impeccable greens there are no excuses for miss putts.

Kildare, Leinster, Ireland

What do I need to start playing Pitch and Putt?

All you need to start playing Pitch and Putt are two clubs (pitcher and putter as the name suggests), tees and golf balls. Ideally choose a pitching club that you are comfortable hitting shots up to 70m and as short as 25m. In Pitch and Putt you are allowed 3 clubs in total so you might choose two different pitching clubs to accompany your putter.

What specific rules do you need to be aware of?

All holes in Pitch and Putt are par 3. All tee shots must be taken off a tee on the designated tee box. A maximum of 4 players per group. Each player must have his/her own equipment. Avoid slow play and keep your group moving along. MOST IMPORTANT. If you land on the green and make a pitch mark with your ball (a hole in the green) the pitch mark must be repaired to ensure the health of the green.

Where can I play?

In Kildare we are very fortunate to have 6 clubs within reasonable proximity of each other. We have clubs in Newbridge, Athgarvan, Kilcullen, Curragh Camp, Prosperous & Poulaphouca. All 6 clubs are open to new members as well as green fees. You can play a single round for as little as €5.00 per person payable at the club. Some clubs, such as St. Bridget's in Kilcullen, have an online payment system.

Our GREENS are our LIFEBLOOD

When playing Pitch and Putt the absolute most important thing to remember is to repair your plugmark should you land on the green. This is absolutely crucial to the health of our greens in the county. In each of our clubs you will be greated with a smile. However do not take offence to being asked to leave for non repair of pitchmarks.

CLICK HERE TO SEE HOW TO REPAIR A PITCHMARK

Kildare County Board Dress Code

The attached document details the dress code for all Kildare County Board competitions. This dress code will be strictly enforced at the first tee of each competition. Non compliance will lead to disqualification. Please make yourself familiar with the dress code.

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SHORTGRASS SIMPLIFIED RULES 2023

The attached document outlines the basic simplified rules for the Kildare Shortgrass 2023. A new format this year so please make all players aware.

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SHORTGRASS 2023 POSTER

Feel free to download the poster for the Kildare County Board Shortgrass 2023

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SHORTGRASS 2023 ENTRY FORM

The Kildare Shortgrass entry form 2023 which takes place on 7th & 8th October 2023. Feel free to download and post in your club. Entry closes on 15th September.

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SHORTGRASS 2023 RESULTS

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Declan Power (Athgarvan)

Chairperson

086 2250049

Christy Sweeney (St. Bridget's)

Vice Chairperson

James Seery (Ryston)

Secretary

086 6079077

Jesse Dunne (Athgarvan)

Treasurer

085 1428057

Breda Brophy (Ryston)

Competition Secretary

087 2253892 bredabrophy60@gmail.com

Ger Twohig (Ryston)

Juvenile Officer

086 3414179

Mark Phelan (St. Bridget's)

PRO / Digital Media

087 7781635 kildarepropitchandputt@gmail.com

Kevin Lambe (Athgarvan)

Technical Officer

085 7854487

Kildare Pitch & Putt