British Open Golf Championship 2012

Royal Lytham & St Annes 19th July – 22nd July 2012

Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club will host the British Open Golf Championship in 2012.
The club was founded in 1886 and the present Course constructed in 1897. The Clubhouse celebrated its Centenary in 1998. It is one of the premier links courses in the world, host to ten Open Championships, two Ryder Cups and numerous other major tournaments including the Women's and Seniors Open Championships.

The open last came to Royal Lytham in 2001 – with David Duval winning. It will host the Walker Cup in 2015.

Why not stay in Southport

Why not stay in Southport – only 30 miles away from Lytham it offers great affordable accommodation and top class restaurants and bars. With a base in Southport, we can arrange your transport to and from Royal Lytham– allowing you to concentrating on enjoying the tournament.

Southport Golf Tours will use its local knowledge and relationships with local suppliers to provide a custom package for you, including , accommodation, transport to and from Royal Lytham. Accommodation options range from Penthouse suites to Guest Houses.

Transport options include return Helicopter Flights from Southport direct to Blackpool and transfer to Royal Lytham (*), luxury chauffeur driven people carrriers, to minibuses or coaches. We can also arrange transfers from Manchester and Liverpool Airports.

Why not combine watching the golf with playing at one of Southport’s outstanding courses. We can book tee times as part of your package.

In addition, we can add a range of on site hospitality packages. Finally if you want a break from the golf – or have non golfers with you we can arrange excursions to Liverpool – only 40 minutes away to enjoy the facilities of the 2008 European Capital of Culture and home of the Beatles.

Why Book with Southport Golf Tours ?

Why Book with Southport Golf Tours ?
Southport Golf Tours is recognised as the leading promoter of Golf Tours to Englands Golf Coast. Established for 15 years, we organise Golf Breaks to the North West of England.

We can help you every step of the way using our local knowledge:

Help and advise you in creating a custom package for your visit to the Open in 2012
Liaising with Accommodation and Transport partners to coordinate the bookings and payments
If required book tee times at one of the great courses in Southport
Providing a welcome pack on arrival
Meeting and greeting you in Southport
Answering questions during your stay – including recommending places to eat

Outstanding golf - all within easy reach of Southport
First Class Customer Service - proven in your feedback
Local knowledge – enables you to get the best out of the local area
15+ years experience of organising tours
Custom tours to match your requirements and budget
Low overheads - so great prices