Royal Birkdale has been voted the No1 golf course in Britain and is amongst the very finest courses in the world. Having 8 Open Championships previously, Birkdale will also be the venue for 2008.

Situated on the coast of Southport, often referred to as "England's golf coast", Birkdale is a fine golf links, and a true test of a golfer's ability.

Directions

Travelling from the North:
Follow M6, exit at junction 29, Leyland, to the A582, A59 and A565.

Travelling from the East (M62):
Follow M62, M57 and A5147.

Travelling from Central Lancashire:
Follow M58, exit at junction 3, Rainford, to the A570.

Travelling from the South:
Follow M6, exit at junction 26, Orrell, to M58, exit at junction 3, Rainford, to A570.

Travelling from the Wirral & Wales:
Follow M56, M6, exit at junction 26, Orrell, to M58, exit at junction 3, Rainford, to A570.

Be expected to run into delays if not following these routes.

Full list of past winners of the Open Championship