England

England's Northwest coast, otherwise known as England's Golf Coast!

Your accommodation is at a delightful B&B on the outskirts of Southport. The Cambridge Townhouse hotel is a superb golfer's haven - spacious, spotless rooms, a charming host, and superb food.

You are also just a ten minute walk from Lord Street, Southport, with its wonderful array of shops, bars & restaurants, so everything is on hand for your evening entertainment.

The Northwest has a well-deserved reputation for its many Open Championship courses. Royal Birkdale & Royal Liverpool; but also, it's the other links in this region which make this particular corner of England so unique: Hillside, West Lancs, Formby and Southport & Ainsdale provide a wonderful links challenge, with all the essential ingredients of crisp springy turf, towering sand dunes, hard & true greens and captivating sea views.

• Cambridge Townhouse Hotel, Southport
• Six nights accommodation
• Based on 4 people sharing twin rooms
• Bed & Breakfast
• 6 rounds of golf
• Car rental
• To be collected & dropped off at Manchester airport

Golf

Southport & Ainsdale - Royal Liverpool - Royal Birkdale - Formby - Hillside - West Lancs

6 Nights / 5 Rounds of Golf

A golf program that works well on its own or can be combined with a visit to London!

The King's Head is right on the harbour at Deal - spacious twin rooms all ensuite, good grub downstairs, and a nice busy bar with fine choice of beers & wines. This is a perfect location for golfers and tourists alike.

Kent is far more than the home of the breathtaking White Cliffs of Dover, it is home to some of the finest landmarks in the country, including the majestic cathedral in Canterbury and numerous mediaeval Castles, not to mention some exceptional golf courses that any golfing enthusiast will enjoy.

When considering a trip to Kent, Royal St. George's springs to mind. Numerous huge dunes and the many undulations make this a magnificent links to savour. In addition to Royal St George's, there are plenty of other courses to enjoy in Kent. Host to many championships including two Open Championships in 1909 & 1920, Royal Cinque Ports' famous course is a great test and has one of the toughest stretches of finishing holes in the United Kingdom.

The legendary Gene Sarazen won the Open Championship at Prince's in 1932. It is now used as a pre-qualifying course when the Open comes to Royal St. George's, and is an example of some of the finest links land in Britain.

Rye is home to the renowned annual President's Putter competition between Oxford & Cambridge universities, and is one of the most exclusive clubs in the country.

Finally, Littlestone is a classic remote links course, on the edge of Romney Marshes, and with the English Channel as a constant backdrop. This real hidden gem has a reputation for excellent greens.

• Package is based on 2 people sharing twin rooms on B&B basis
• Staying 6 nights at the King's Head Inn
• 5 rounds of golf
• 1 X Vauxhall Vectra 4 door manual (or equivalent)
• To be collected & returned to Heathrow or Gatwick airport

Golf

Littlestone - Prince's - Royal Cinque Ports - Rye - Royal St George's

England's Lancashire Coast and surrounding region is blessed with a superb collection of links courses. Venues such as Royal Birkdale, Royal Lytham and the parkland style Belfry, which have played host to numerous British Open Championships, Ryder Cup Matches and other major tournaments, are a must for the golfer with a keen sense of history.

The Southeast coast of England includes the British Open site at Royal St. George's and numerous other outstanding links courses. London is not only one of the world's great capitals but also home to such well known golf venues as Wentworth and Sunningdale.

Please review the map, course and hotel information or view our Select Tours to England. To simplify the planning of your golf vacation, we have grouped the golf courses and hotels by region.

Prior to planning your trip we recommend you also consult our Know Before You Book section, which will give you more details on our service and up to date availability on the major golf courses in England.

Our Golf Tour Specialists will also be pleased to assist in planning your golf trip with hotel and golf courses recommendations through your submission of our convenient Customize Your Own Tour form or by calling us directly at

Classic Links of England | Best of the South | Ryder Cup Trail | Tour Inclusions

View our Select Self-Drive tours to England. All tours are valid for travel April - October (prices may range slightly based on dates of travel). Choose one of these, or allow our Golf Tour Specialists to tailor-make an Escorted or Self-Drive tour that caters to your individual needs by completing our convenient Customize Your Own Tour form.

Six nights
Five rounds of golf
Golfer - $2,145
Non-Golfer - $1,450

Tour Schedule

DAY 1: Arrive Manchester Airport. Meet and Greet by a EGT. UK/Ireland
Office Representative who will assist with the pick-up of your rental
car. Drive to Southport. Check-in at the Cambridge Town House Hotel
(country house) which will be your base for the next four nights.

DAY 2: Play Royal Lytham & St. Anne's.

DAY 3: Play Formby.

DAY 4: Play Royal Birkdale.

DAY 5: Play West Lancashire. Following golf drive to Chester. Check-in
at Crabwall Manor (deluxe) which will be your base for the final two
nights.

DAY 6: Play Royal Liverpool (Hoylake).

DAY 7: Depart Manchester Airport for your return to the USA.

Local Knowledge

Play five world class links courses including three British Open venues.

All courses are within easy drive of your hotels.

Consider staying on and playing the Belfry-Brabazon Course - site of so much Ryder Cup history. Please ask us about our two night add-on package.

Maybe stop off in London for sightseeing before or after your tour?

Six nights Five rounds of golf Golfer - $2,675 Non-Golfer - $1,720

Tour Schedule

DAY 1: Arrive Heathrow or Gatwick Airport. Meet and Greet by EGT. UK/Ireland Office Representative who will assist with the pick-up of your rental car. Drive to Sandwich. Check-in at The Bell Hotel (first class) which will be your base for the next three nights.

DAY 2: Play Royal Cinque Ports.

DAY 3: Play Royal St. George's.

DAY 4: Play Prince's. Following golf continue to Ascot. Check-in at the Berystede Hotel (country house) which will be your base for the next three nights.

DAY 5: Play Sunningdale.

DAY 6: Play Wentworth.

DAY 7: Depart Heathrow or Gatwick Airport for your return to the USA.

Local Knowledge

Play five world class courses - three links including a British Open venue and the two most famous heathland layouts.

All courses are with easy drive of your hotels.

Excellent air access options through either of London's major airports - Heathrow or Gatwick.

Maybe stop off in London for sightseeing before or after your tour?

Six nights Five rounds of golf Golfer - $2,285 Non-Golfer - $1,790

Tour Schedule

DAY 1: Arrive Heathrow or Gatwick Airport. Meet and Greet by a EGT. UK/Ireland Office Representative who will assist with the pick-up of your rental car. Drive to Newport. Check-in at The Celtic Manor Resort (deluxe) which will be your base for the next four nights.

DAY 2: Play Pyle & Kenfig.

DAY 3: Play Celtic Manor's Wentwood Hills course.

DAY 4: Play Royal Porthcawl.

DAY 5: Play Celtic Manor's Roman Road course. Following golf continue to Sutton Coldfield. Check-in at the De Vere Belfry Hotel (deluxe) which will be your base for the next two nights.

DAY 6: Play the Belfry-Brabazon.

DAY 7: Depart Heathrow or Gatwick Airport for your return to the USA.

Local Knowledge

Play the 2002 and 2010 Ryder Cup courses while staying in two of the UK's top golf resorts.

All courses are either at, or within easy drive of, your hotels.

Excellent air access options through either of London's major airports - Heathrow is the preferred arrival/departure airport.

This tour also includes dinner on four evenings at your hotel

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Choice of accommodations (First Class, Superior First Class, Country House, Deluxe)

Pre-paid green fees with confirmed starting times

Full English breakfast (continental in London)

Dinner at your hotel on certain tours - please ask for details.

Choice of transportation (all cars include CDW): automatic sedan (1/2 passengers), automatic minivan (3/4 passengers) OR dedicated motorcoach with driver / guide (price based on 4 sharing a van - supplement for 2 pax. sharing or driver/guide - please ask for details).

Meet and Greet by a EGT. representative on arrival, including complete tour briefing with maps and associated driving instructions, sightseeing suggestions and general information

Service of our UK/Ireland office including 24 hour emergency contact number

All local taxes TOURS DO NOT INCLUDE

Airfare - please ask us about our preferred air rates. Caddie fees. Gratuities. Travel insurance (recommended).