Machynys Peninsula 2025

Monk’s Island, Machynys

The Monk’s Island Course at Machynys is a modern links championship layout designed by Jack Nicklaus. Opened in 2005, this 7,121-yard course has already hosted an impressive 16 championships, including four Royal & Ancient Championships and four Ryder Cup Wales LET Championships of Europe. Notably, Monk’s Island is the youngest course ever to be awarded an R&A Championship.

The course caters for all abilities, with up to five teeing areas per hole. High handicappers can enjoy a fun and strategic round, while low handicappers from the back tees are presented with a true test of golf. Its challenging layout, combined with stunning views, makes it a highlight of any golfing calendar.

Weather Conditions: Thankfully, we stayed dry for most of the day, giving players the perfect conditions to enjoy the course.

Tournament Highlights:

• Winning Pair & Score: Ben Cheshire & Lewis Rodrigues – 44 Points

• Longest Drive: Lasse Morild

• Nearest the Pin: Julian Pritchard

From testing fairways to perfectly maintained greens, Monk’s Island offered a memorable day of competition, camaraderie, and great golf for all participants.

Leaderboard can be found here: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11126279667785452476