Thanks for the input. Just the sort of things I'm looking for.

When I say I am new, I am not totally new, but certainly serious about playing golf. Since starting to play "proper" this summer, I have played on my local par 72 course twice, and the 18 hole par 3 about 20 to 30 times. First time out on the par 72 I shot 113. 2nd time (after several weeks out on the par 3 and few times down the range) shot 103. the par 3 scores are down to arround low 70s (started off in mid 80s).

You have both given me lots to think about, and may go chat to local club maker as well as the pro who will be giving me lessons. From looking at the PCS website I found the only registered PCS clubmaker in Ireland is about 30 mins away from me.