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Day 1:
This evening depart the United States.
Day 2:
Golf today on Southport & Ainsdale (tbc). Situated in the famous belt of linksland near Southport, bordering onto Hillside. Established in 1906, S&A was chosen as the venue for the Ryder Cup in 1933 and 1937. Few changes have taken place since then. A links course by nature and a fair test of golf.
On arrival at the Airport you will be met by PerryGolf personnel who will assist you with your luggage and transfer to your transportation.
Your preferred arrival & departure airport options are dependent on your personal preferences. The closest airport to your first hotel/golf course is listed first. Some airports have direct transatlantic flights from US cities while others only offer service with connections through European hub cities. Our air department is available to talk through your air travel options.
OVERNIGHT: The Vincent Hotel - V Residence Room
Day 3: Hillside
Play Hillside (tbc). Situated next door to Royal Birkdale, Hillside is widely regarded as the best links never to have hosted the Open Championship. The links provides a variety of holes in a majestic setting that will test the best players. The course is well known for its wonderful conditioning with very slick greens. The back nine holes are amongst the best in Britain. Please note a very limited supply of golf carts are available for hire. Certain restrictions may apply, please advise your Golf Travel Specialist.
OVERNIGHT: The Vincent Hotel - V Residence Room
Day 4: Formby
Today play Formby Golf Club (tbc) . Founded in 1884, Formby is a magnificent traditional links course of charm and elegance situated close to the shoreline of the Irish Sea. The course lies within the sandhills and pinewoods of Formby. The club has a distinguished record of staging many major Amateur events including the British Amateur Championship on four occasions. In 2004, Formby hosted the Curtis Cup when Michelle Wie competed for the US Team. The Green Fee is a day rate allowing you to play 27 or 36 holes if required.
OVERNIGHT: The Vincent Hotel - V Residence Room
Day 5: Royal Liverpool
Golf today on Royal Liverpool (tbc). Despite its somewhat flat and benign appearance, Royal Liverpool is among the toughest and most demanding of the great seaside championship links of Britain. Hoylake, as it is more commonly known, lies at the very heart of the history and development of golf in Britain. Built in 1869, on what was then the racecourse of the Liverpool Hunt Club, Hoylake is one of the oldest English seaside courses and regular host venue for The Open.
Drone Footage: Royal Liverpool Golf Club, Hoylake, England
WEBCAST - A Greenside Chat: "The Story of Royal Liverpool Golf Club, Hoylake" ~ A Pioneer to Many of Golf's Most Prestigious Events
OVERNIGHT: The Vincent Hotel - V Residence Room
Day 6: Royal Lytham
Play Royal Lytham & St Annes (tbc), arguably the toughest of England's championship links courses. Unusual for a British links it does not sit beside the sea. It's main defence is the vast numbers of deep bunkers guarding both the fairways as well as the greens. It enjoys a very special atmosphere. It was here in 1926 that Bobby Jones won the British Open Championship, his legendary shot to the 17th green is commemorated by a plaque.
Please note strict handicap limits are set by the club. Men 21 & Ladies 29.
Click here for the golf course IMAGE GALLERY
OVERNIGHT: The Vincent Hotel - V Residence Room
Day 7: Royal Birkdale
Golf on Royal Birkdale (tbc) A course that provides a formidable test of links golf and fully deserves its recognition as a true venue for the Open Championship. Each hole runs in valleys between towering sandhills. The problems are clearly stated, if you stray from the fairway the buckthorn and scrub can be demanding. Consistently ranked as one of the best courses in the British Isles and the #1 in England.
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OVERNIGHT: The Vincent Hotel - V Residence Room
Day 8:
Depart the United Kingdom from Airport.