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BLESSINGTON, WICKLOW THELOCATION SETTING • Situated in the garden of Ireland, Co. Wicklow • Easily accessible by car • Located just 40 minutes drive from Dublin City • Located just 50 minutes drive from Dublin Airport via M50, Junction 11 (N81, Tallaght) THE SETTING Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is based on the Tulfarris is part of Ireland’s Ancient East. banks of Blessington Lakes, County Wicklow, A region of legends and stories, from just 37km from Dublin, with easy access to ancient times to modern day – a place Ireland's motorway networks. brimming with culture, attractions, festivals and fun. The Dublin and Wicklow Russborough House & Mountains are just a few Parklands is just a 10-minute minutes drive away for drive from the resort, with a both walks and trails. shop & café also on site. • More than just a hotel, leisure and golf resort, Tulfarris is a luxury 4 star hotel, one of the most picturesque venues in Wicklow. • Offering delicious food, relaxed bars and deluxe guest bedrooms with spectacular views across the Blessington Lakes and Wicklow Mountains. • 18th century manor house with 7 unique bedrooms. • 80 guest rooms in main hotel plus 3 self catering golf lodges. • Elk Bar, Lime Tree Restaurant. • Wedding and conference facilities for up to 250 guests. • Treatment rooms. 4 5 THE GOLF COURSE Tulfarris is enjoying rave reviews from professionals and amateurs alike. The 18 hole championship golf course has seen an investment of over €1 million since the property was bought by PREM Group in 2016. With an ongoing programme of works in place for 2020 and beyond, new facilities include a new clubhouse with coffee dock, fully stocked pro-shop, locker rooms, showers and bathrooms, all located next to the dedicated golfer’s car park adjacent to the first tee. Additional works include upgrades to the bunkers, greens, fairways and enhancements to the general course aesthetics. Standing by the shores of Blessington Lakes will leave you speechless. Set across three peninsulas, renowned course architect Patrick J. Merrigan has created a stunning 18-hole championship golf course paradise at Tulfarris. Test your handicap among breath-taking surroundings where ponds and wild grasses blend into the exciting design against sweeping panoramic views. Whether you are a leading pro or an enthusiastic beginner, Tulfarris Golf Course offers an exhilarating test in the garden of Ireland, Co. Wicklow. 6 SIMON THORNTON TULFARRIS TOURING PROFESSIONAL European Tour winning professional golfer Simon Thornton was appointed as the touring professional at Tulfarris Golf Club in November 2017. Simon will assist in promoting the course as one of Ireland's premier golfing destinations. Simon's career began in Royal County Down as an assistant club professional. After progressing through the PGA Irish Region EuroPro Tour and paying on the Challenge Tour in 2009, Simon earned his European Tour card. In 2013, he claimed his first European Tour win at the Najetis Hotels et Golfs Open in France. Commenting on his appointment, Simon said "I am delighted to be working with Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort. The first thing I noticed when I played here was the quality and layout of the course which is really impressive. Tulfarris has all the ingredients to become one of the premier golfing destinations in Ireland. It's an exciting time for the resort and I am looking forward to being part of its success." THE FACILITIES 18 hole Practise putting Driving range championship course and chipping area Clubhouse with coffee dock, changing Golf academy Fully stocked golf shop facilities, lockers and showers Host venue to the EuroPro Tour 2018, 2019, 2020 ABOUT THE PGA EUROPRO TOUR The PGA EuroPro Tour is a men’s developmental professional golf tour. The tour was created in 2002 when the two development tours – the EuroPro and PGA MasterCard Tours merged into one. Players primarily come from Ireland and the UK, with some also coming from Continental Europe, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Top 5 players by Order of Merit receive an invite to compete on the Challenge Tour. The start of many of the world’s most famous golfers have come through the PGA EuroPro Tour. PREVIOUS WINNERS Louis Oosthuizen (South Africa) MAJOR WINNERS Charl Schwartzel (South Africa) Nicolas Colsaerts (Belgium) RYDER CUP PLAYERS Ross Fisher (England) Tryell Hatton (England) Simon Thornton, Branden Grace, EUROPEAN TOUR WINNERS Michael Hoey, Jamie Donaldson and many more. 11 EVENT COVERAGE Shown on 98 networks Sky Sports Golf will broadcast a Shown on 4 occasions on around the world reaching 2 hour highlights programme Sky Sports Golf. following the event. 400 million homes. Social media: Your brand will Every event is available to watch Irish Golfer Magazine are reach a potential audience of on demand in high definition on the media partners and will 30,000+ on Twitter/Facebook the PGA Euro ProTour’s give extensive coverage to which will be very active YouTube channel. the event. throughout the event. A LOOK BACK AT THE 2018/2019 PREM GROUP IRISH MASTERS PRO AM DAY MEDIA COVERAGE TESTIMONIALS “As Lead Tournament Director for the PGA EuroPro Tour it was my responsibility to work with ASH WELLER Tulfarris to deliver a tournament to the demanding standards required for an event of that stature. In Lead Tournament Director both planning and execution Pat Barrett and the team provided flawless delivery and were a pleasure to PGA EuroPro Tour work with. The course itself is stunning in both quality and layout with views to match. Tulfarris is a fantastic addition to the Tour’s schedule and I am greatly looking forward to returning in 2020.” “For me, Tulfarris was the number one stop on the EuroPro this year. It’s a true test of golfing ability rewarding good golf but punishing bad Golf. The quality of the golf course was second to none and I RICHARD MANSELL can see it as a future European Tour stop. More importantly the service we as players received was PGA EuroPro Tour player outstanding and we were made to feel right at home. Will definitely be back to play this hidden gem in the near future.” PETER FINCH “I’ve recently been fortunate enough to play and stay at Tulfarris on the PGA EuroPro Tour and loved PGA EuroPro Tour player the experience. The course has a stunning setting and examines every part of a player’s game. I would YouTube Golf Entertainer recommend anyone to stay and play.” 2020 PGA EuroProTour Irish Masters Pro Am | Tuesday August 25th 2020 Tournament Days | Wednesday August 26th to Friday August 28th 2020 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Title Sponsor Package Gold Package Silver Package Bronze Package Opportunity Timing €15,000 €600 €415 €250 Your brand name in event title. Lead up to and Yes -- -- -- ‘The X Irish Masters at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort’ throughout event Logo on event team apparel Throughout Yes -- -- -- Pro-Am Event Pre-dinner speech Day 2 Yes -- -- -- Private golf clinic with Simon Thornton for up to 20 Date of your choice Yes -- -- -- people with dinner on a date of your choice. in Autumn 2020 Half page ad in Irish Golfer Magazine Lead up to event Yes -- -- -- Shown on Sky Sports Main Sponsor Interview on Sky Sports -- -- -- -- after the event Displayed throughout the EuroPro Tour 4 boards 1 board 1 board Corporate branded sponsorship boards -- season (15 events) on (on course) (not on course) (not on course) Sky Sports 2 teams Euro ProTour Pro-Am Event Teams Day 2 (one team plays 1 team 1 team -- with Simon Thornton) SPONSORSHIP BOARDS Double-sided Positioned in Main Sponsor showcased sponsorship board primary locations Size: 8ft x 4ft on at Tulfarris signs, fixed by steel. and tee-boxes. CONTACT Sharon Shadlow Sales & Marketing Manager Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort Blessington Lake, Blessington, Co. Wicklow T: +353 45 867609 M : +353 87 683 0971 E: [email protected] W: www.tulfarrishotel.com THANK YOU.