Royal Belfast Golf Club

In 1885 the Club became “Royal” after the Prince of Wales (subsequently King Edward VII, pictured left) was invited to become its Patron during a visit to Ireland. The current Patron is HRH Prince Andrew, Duke of York.What are believed to be the first golfing trophies in Ireland, early RBGC monthly medals, are today on view in the clubhouse.

In 1892, as the game grew in popularity, the course became overcrowded and the Club relocated to a new 9 hole course in Carnalea, near Bangor. Club life was peaceful and prosperous and the fine Club spirit which prevailed has endured to the present day.In 1885 the Club became “Royal” after the Prince of Wales (subsequently King Edward VII, pictured left) was invited to become its Patron during a visit to Ireland. The current Patron is HRH Prince Andrew, Duke of York.What are believed to be the first golfing trophies in Ireland, early RBGC monthly medals, are today on view in the clubhouse.

In 1892, as the game grew in popularity, the course became overcrowded and the Club relocated to a new 9 hole course in Carnalea, near Bangor. Club life was peaceful and prosperous and the fine Club spirit which prevailed has endured to the present day.