Special Offers
This year we have put together a number of competitive offers that reflect the climate we all find ourselves in and allow our frequent, and new, visitors to enjoy our unique links. Please contact the office for the latest and best offer for you.
Pro Shop
Robert J. Browne (Known as R.J. ) - Club Professional
Laytown & Bettystown golf club pro-shop is run by the club professional Mr. Robert J Browne.
R.J. has been a golf professional for forty three years and has been the resident professional at Laytown and Bettystown since 1967.
Playing History
Robert played on the European Tour from 1962 until 1992. He played on the Senior Tour from 1992 - 2002.
He has held numerous course records and he has also won the Lombard Trophy.
He was chairman of the Irish region for seventeen years.
He founded the W.P.G.A. with Mr. Colin Snape as Secretary.
He was also chairman of the Irish P.G.A. when it amalgamated with the P.G.A. in 1975.
Last year he was made an honorary member of the P.G.A.
Teaching History
R.J. has taught many great golfers. These include Des Smyth and Philip Walton.
He has also taught Michael Hoey, the British Amateur Winner.
He taught sisters Carol and Phil Wickham who represented Ireland on the European team. Deirdre Smith, the current Irish champion was also a student of R.J.
Many of today's up and coming young pros are coached by R.J.
Our Junior programme at Laytown and Bettystown is overseen by R.J.and is considered one of the best in Ireland.
Golf consultancy and interests
Robert is a golf consultant and a golf course designer and expert witness in legal golf proceedings.
He initiated golf as a subject on the adult education programme.
He hosts his own radio programme on LMFM and has been a commentator on T.V. with specific reference to swing analysis.
Robert can be Contacted at
: 041- 9828793
To book a tee time please:
Telephone: 041-9827170
Fax: 041-9828506
Caddymaster: 041-9827563
email:links@landb.ie