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The 2008 Open Championship

The classic seaside resort of Southport enjoys an enviable reputation as England's golfing capital. With Royal Birkdale at its heart and another 5 Championship links courses within a 15 minutes drive time, a visit to this region is a must for all discerning golfers.

Royal Birkdale is currently the number one course in England and has been voted the number one in Britain, most recently in the survey published in 1998 after The Open.

The Club was formed in 1889, starting life as a nine hole course. In 1897 the decision was taken to move to Birkdale Hills where an 18 hole course was constructed. In 1991 a decision was taken to redesign and relay all the greens. This considerable investment and ongoing improvement has enabled the club to retain its position as one of the finest links courses.