[3] Founded in 1893,[4] the club had barely opened its doors before experiencing financial problems.

[citation needed] An investment in the early 20th century saved the club and nine new holes were laid out.

[4] A number of the world's top players have played at the course, including Tom Watson who first visited Ballybunion in 1981.

[8] The club hosted the Murphy's Irish Open in 2000 and the Palmer Cup in 2004.

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