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GOLFERS PARADISE............
The Southwest coast of Ireland is a mecca for golfers worldwide, with such famous courses as Ballybunion, Tralee, Old Head Kinsale and Killarney within reach. Waterville's own Championship Links, just 1 mile from the hotel and regarded by many as the jewel in the crown, has recently hosted many of the world's top ranking golfers, such as Tiger Woods, David Duval, Mark O'Meara and the late Payne Stewart. Today a life sized bronze statue pays tribute to his special relationship with Waterville.

WATERVILLE GOLF LINKS
Waterville is rated among the top 5 courses in Ireland and the top 20 links courses in the world. The course has embarked on a new chapter of its fabled history when noted international golf architect Tom Fazio was commissioned to update the memorable Eddie Hackett masterpiece. Fazio has assisted many of the worlds leading clubs including Winged Foot, Pine Valley and Augusta National. “Everything about Waterville is truly spectacular, said Fazio”. “The setting is one of the best I have seen for golf”.
Waterville 18 Hole Championship Golf Links is located approx. 11/2 km from the hotel (165 euro less 10% discount on green fees for hotel guests).

SKELLIG BAY GOLF COURSE
Skellig Bay is a stunning Ron Kirby designed championship golf course. The course is Ron's only total design project here in Ireland - though he has Dromoland Castle, Greystones and Stackstown as other design credits for course upgrades and improvements.  Over 7,400 yards in length, the course has 5 tees on every hole.
Skellig Bay Golf Course is located approx. 1 km from the hotel.
Special hotel green fees for 60-euro person.

The combination of these two courses make them a must play and The Butler Arms Hotel is the ideal base from which to do so.

DISTANCE TO SURROUNDING CLUBS
Killarney – 79km                   Tralee – 85km
Ballybunion – 101km             Old Head – 179km
Dooks – 52km                       Ring of Kerry – 60km

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FISHING
Fishing Season: 17th January – 30th September

Waterville's Lough Currane is renowned worldwide for the quality of its Salmon and Sea trout fishing. Lough Currane - a few feet away from sea level with a beautiful backdrop of mountains and spruce forests. Big spring salmon and vast numbers of seatrout have to run only 500 yard length of the river to reach the lough. Fly fishing is the norm and some trolling for early season sport are carried out on the lough. Ghillies will hold the boat close to underwater rocks, islands and headlands, while anglers fly fish.

SALMON FISHING
The main Spring salmon run is from January to May. Average weight 10lbs. A 12ft to 15ft. double handed fly rod is recommended. Popular patterns are Hairy Mary, Thunder and lightening, Munro Killer, Black Doctor, Blue Charm, in sizes 6,8 and 10. The main grilse run from May to September. Average weight is 5lbs, and lighter tackle than that used for the Spring is recommended.

SEA - TROUT FISHING
The sea trout fishing begins in Mid-May. Average weight 2-2 ½ lbs. From July onwards Finnock(known locally as ‘juniors’)can also be caught. Average weight 1-1 ½ lbs. A single handed 10ft-11ft rod is recommended and popular patterns are Bibio, Black Pennell, Claret Bumble, Connemara Black, Fiery Brown and Watson’s Fancy in sizes 8,10,12, and 14.

THE INNY RIVER
River in the Waterville catchment area are generally spate ribers so fishing is best arranged during the holiday and according to conditions at the time. The catchment is a long narrow mountain valley of some 47 square miles, the fishing which can be excellent is usually confined to about 8 hours following a spate.
Deep-sea angling also available.

Boats are available for hire, as well as ghillies with their own boats. Ghillies may be hired on a daily basis, all are experienced and in addition to being able to create an interesting day’s fishing, they provide boats and engines, as well as tackle if required. Guests of Butler Arms Hotel may book ghillies at hotel reception desk, but prior notice is advisable. Picnic baskets and drying room facilaties available