Golf in Southport
World-class golf courses near Southport
Southport is one of the best places to play golf in England, no exaggeration. Royal Birkdale is the headline act, one of the Open Championship venues and hosting The Open again in summer 2026. Getting on as a visitor requires forward planning and a handicap certificate, but it's possible.
Formby Golf Club is about 15 minutes south and considered one of the finest heathland links courses in the country, slightly more straightforward to book as a visitor than Royal Birkdale. Southport Old Links, Hillside Golf Club, and Southport & Ainsdale are all nearby and all serious courses.
If you're a golfer visiting the area, this stretch of the Sefton Coast is genuinely exceptional and underrated by most people outside the golfing community. Plan a few days and work your way around them.
Editor's Pick · Ormskirk, Southport
Hurlston Hall Estate
Club with a restaurant, gym & spa, plus pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room & fitness studio.
Formby Golf Club
Formby, Southport
Right then, if you're a golfer visiting Southport, you've probably heard of Formby Golf Club.
Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club
Ainsdale, Southport
Alright, so you're looking to play a round, eh?
Southport Old Links Golf Club.
Churchtown, Southport
Alright, so you're thinking of playing a round in Churchtown?
Ormskirk Golf Club
Ormskirk, Southport
Looking to tee off near Southport?
Southport Golf Links
Southport
Alright, if you're looking for a round in Southport town centre, Southport Golf Links is your spot.
Royal Birkdale Golf Club
Southport
Right, so you’re thinking about Royal Birkdale, eh?
Formby Ladies Golf Club
Formby, Southport
Alright, if you're looking for a golf club in Formby, specifically for the ladies, this is the place.