THE ROYAL DUBLIN GC: The second oldest club in Ireland (founded in 1885), Royal Dublin has been the site of many major tournaments including the Irish Open. Formed in 1885 and receiving its royal designation in 1891, The Royal Dublin Golf Club is The second oldest club in Ireland. It has been home to many championships, amateur and professional, with the highlights being three memorable Irish Opens staged from 1983 to 1985. Originally designed by the renowned architect, Harry Colt, in 2006 has seen the completion of the final phase of the magnificent programme of improvements. The links course has a unique location on Bull Island in Dublin Harbor