A superb links course, you will just want to play this again and again and again!
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Golf courses
Set in a vast stretch of sandhills along the Southport coast, Hillside is a fine example of links golf at its best.
Hillside (Hillside Golf Club)
Hillside Golf Course is a fantastic example of a great links course. Set amongst large dunes and pine trees creating a beautiful course described by Greg Norman as having the best back nine holes in Britain. Strong winds coming in from the Irish Sea make for tricky approach shots to the more sheltered greens, and also give rise to some spectacular views along the coastline. Measuring at over 8,800-yards in total, this is truly a course that will test even the most advanced golfers, and is a must play for anyone in the region.
18 Holes, Par 72, Yardage 6850. Links.
Where you can play
Royal Birkdale Golf Club from £315pp
A true test of golf, Royal Birkdale was founded in 1889 and on eight occasions has played host to the most famous championship of them all, The Open.
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Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club from £315pp
Set amongst the sand dunes and heathland of the north west coastline, this two-time host of The Ryder Cup was designed by James Braid - one of the great figures that dominated British professional golf in the early part of the 20th century.
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Hesketh Golf Club from £309pp
Established in 1885, The Hesketh is the oldest club in Southport and is regularly chosen for Final Qualifying when The Open arrives across town at Royal Birkdale.
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Hurlston Hall Golf Club
Hurlston Hall is recognised for its rolling fairways, seven lakes, two streams, thousands of trees and splendid, subtle greens. Also notable is the luxurious clubhouse, which boasts three bars and a panoramic view of the surrounding golf course and distant Pennines.
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Mossock Hall Golf Club from £179pp
At 6,375 yards off the white tees Mossock Hall does not demand the ability to hit the ball vast distances, resulting in many golfers finding it a particularly enjoyable challenge of strategy and course management.
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Ormskirk Golf Club from £155pp
Ormskirk is now known for its tight fairways, well guarded greens and water features, all of which conspire to provide a demanding but enjoyable round.
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West Lancashire Golf Club from £299pp
Founded in 1873 and situated in natural seaside terrain, this great links course measures 6,862 yards with 11 of the holes measuring over 400 yards.
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Prince of Wales Hotel or The Scarisbrick hotel are great options.
Where you can stay
Prince of Wales Hotel from £315pp
3 star
Located in the centre of Southport, the Prince of Wales Hotel is a beautiful reminder of British Victorian heritage. Combining elegant and stylish character with modern luxury, the hotel provides the perfect end to a day spent on the golf course.
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The Scarisbrick Hotel
3 star
Ideally situated in the heart of Southport’s tree-lined main boulevard (Lord St), this traditional hotel offers high standard accommodation, food and service.
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Crowne Plaza Liverpool - John Lennon Airport from £299pp
4 star
The 164 bedroom Crowne Plaza Liverpool, offers great value for money accommodation and is situated just 8 miles from the centre of Liverpool.
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Accolades don't come any higher than those from Greg Norman, twice a winner of The Open, who has described the back nine holes as the best in Britain.
Location
Hillside (3 miles south of Southport Town Centre on the A565)
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