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As these five prove, nine- and even ten-hole courses often deliver a more relaxing, hugely enjoyable and satisfying game at bargain rates

THE BEST OF IRELAND

Rob Smith takes a look at the fortunate few clubs in the UK&I blessed with not one, not two, but three 18-hole golf courses

Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca, on the Balearic island, has three golf courses – Son Muntaner, Son Vida and Son Quint – and a free shuttle bus that goes between them, says Matt Cradock in Golf Monthly.

There are 100 high-calibre courses in this ranking – and the average green fee is under £50