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Allen Park
Allen Park Golf Club is a multi-sports complex located between Antrim and Randalstown. It incorporates an 18-hole golf course, 20-bay floodlit driving range, synthetic outdoor bowling green and licensed restaurant. Allen Park is also home to Antrim Golf Club and Antrim Lawn Bowling Club. Part of the site is also leased by Antrim Rugby Club and Chimney Corner Football Club.

History
Named after Jack Allen, a past mayor of Antrim Borough Council. The golf course opened in April 1996.

Golf Course
The 18 hole Golf Course covers an area of approximately 143 acres, stretching over 6683 yards with a SSS and Par 72. Three man-made lakes add to the beauty of the gently undulating course with many of the holes proving a test for even the more experienced golfer. The course comprises of four Par 3s, ten Par 4s and four Par 5 holes. The teeing areas are long and wide with all greens built to high quality USGA specifications and are surrounded by strategically placed bunkers.

Tee times are every 8 minutes past the hour and then every 7 minutes thereafter.

The course is open to members and visitors although non-members are advised that on Saturday and Sunday mornings they should contact the Club first to ensure availability.

Golf Driving Range
20 covered and fully floodlit bays.

Club House
Changing and shower facilities are available for both men and ladies with lockers provided for use by both members and visitors. A range of golf clubs and equipment is available for sale, as are refreshments.

Allen Park Licensed Restaurant
Open to the public, it offers a wide choice of menu throughout the day, from snacks to evening meals and private functions. It offers excellent, elevated views of the golf course.

Opening Times

April - September

Mon: 10.30am to 5.00pm Tue-Sun: 10.30am to 9.00pm

October - March

Mon: Closed Tue-Sun: 10.30am to 9.00pm

Outdoor Lawn Bowls
A synthetic six-rink bowling green, adjacent to the Clubhouse, offers a surface which is playable all year round.