Merseyside is the true epicentre of English links golf. Situated on the spectacular Lancashire coast near Liverpool, this region boasts three Open Championship venues within a short radius: Royal Birkdale, Royal Liverpool (Hoylake), and Royal Lytham & St Annes. A golf trip to Merseyside is an essential journey for any serious player seeking to conquer the finest links courses England has to offer.
1. The Royal Trifecta Few places in the world offer the chance to play three active Open Championship courses in such close proximity. Royal Birkdale is famous for its majestic dunes, Royal Liverpool (Hoylake) for its demanding flat links challenge, and Royal Lytham & St Annes for its formidable bunker complexes.
2. World-Class Supporting Cast The region is also home to outstanding supporting links courses that regularly host elite amateur events, such as the highly regarded Hillside Golf Club (often cited as having some of the best back-nine links holes in the UK) and Formby Golf Club.
3. The Culture of Liverpool The vibrant city of Liverpool is central to the experience. Known globally as the home of The Beatles, the city offers superb hotels, world-class dining, and a nightlife scene that provides a fantastic contrast to the quiet focus of the links courses.
4. Travel and Access With Liverpool John Lennon Airport and easy motorway connections, the region is highly accessible, making the logistics of playing three major championship venues in one trip remarkably smooth.
Resort destination in England's Golf Coast featuring two courses, luxury accommodation, spa, and modern practice facilities.