I am delighted to present this trip to England’s Golf Coast in July 2027.
This trip showcases a superb collection of historic and championship links. We will play three Open courses - Royal Birkdale (host to the 2026 Championship), Royal Lytham (host to the 2028 Championship) and Royal Liverpool (last hosted the Open in 2023).
We will also enjoy three other wonderful courses in the area - Wallasey, Formby and West Lancs.
Our stay is split between Liverpool and Southport. In Liverpool, we will be based on the waterfront with easy access to restaurants and nightlife, while in Southport we will stay in the heart of the town - convenient for the courses on England's Golf Coast.
Several group meals are included throughout the stay and we will run a little (optional) stableford competition through this week. This is a great way to get to meet fellow golf enthusiasts and enjoy some of the very best links golf England has to offer.
We will meet in Manchester airport and leave by 10am. If arriving this morning please ensure your plan lands by 9am. Airport hotels are available for early arrivals.
We will travel throughout the week in a luxury coach with a dedicated driver.
Wallasey Golf Club is a historic links on the Wirral Peninsula, overlooking Liverpool Bay and the Irish Sea. Laid out originally by Old Tom Morris, it occupies a significant place in the game’s story and remains closely tied to championship golf. Bobby Jones famously qualified for The Open here in 1930 during his Grand Slam year, and the club has since hosted Open qualifying on multiple occasions.
The course moves between two distinct landscapes. The opening 9 holes play through bold coastal dunes, including the elevated fourth tee with far reaching views across the bay, before the back nine moves inland onto rolling ground where subtle movement and judging the seemingly every present wind dictate strategy.
Wallasey is the birthplace of Stableford scoring, a fitting legacy for a course that rewards good decision making and precise execution. It remains one of the most characterful links on England’s Golf Coast.
Key Information
Golf carts: Not available
Caddies: £75 plus gratuity
Practice facilities: Putting green and practice nets
Clubhouse dress code: Clean soft spiked golf shoes are allowed throughout the clubhouse, except for the snooker room and committee room
Malmaison Liverpool is a four star hotel set on Princes Dock on the city’s waterfront, just a short walk from the city centre. The location works particularly well for evenings out, with Liverpool’s bars, restaurants, music venues and waterfront attractions all close at hand.
The hotel occupies a converted dockside building and has a bold, modern interior. Rooms are generous by city standards, many with views across the Mersey or the dock. Food and drink are centred on the Chez Mal Brasserie and Mal Bar. Chez Mal serves classic brasserie dishes with a modern edge, while the Mal Bar is a lively spot for cocktails and late evening drinks.
The Malmaison Liverpool is a great base when in the North West of England with its combination of comfortable rooms, access to the city’s nightlife and positioning for the courses along England’s Golf Coast.
Key Information
Check in: From 3pm
Check out: Before 11am
Air conditioning: Yes
Breakfast: 7am to 10am Monday to Friday, 8am to 11am Saturday and Sunday
Dinner: Chez Mal restaurant open 5pm to 9pm daily
Laundry: Same day service available
Founded in 1873, West Lancashire, known locally as West Lancs, is one of England’s oldest clubs. This is a course for the connoisseur. The land adds to the interest, with several holes weaving through impressive dunes while others open out across flatter ground, creating a lot of variety throughout the round. Challenge comes from raised, subtly contoured greens and deep, well placed bunkers.
There are many memorable moments at West Lancs. The 2nd features clever centreline bunkers that test decision making from the tee, trains run alongside the 11th fairway, and the 13th offers sweeping views across Liverpool Bay to the hills of North Wales.
West Lancashire is a quality addition to a North West England itinerary, a links course that rewards patience, precision and an appreciation of the game’s oldest virtues.
Key Information
Golf carts: 6 carts available, no restrictions, £40
Caddies: £60 plus gratuity
Practice facilities: Driving range, putting green and short game area
Clubhouse dress code: Clean non spiked golf shoes are allowed throughout the clubhouse, except for the Dining Room
Royal Liverpool, known locally as Hoylake, is a course that rewards thought as much as power. It lacks the towering dunes of some Open venues, but its challenge lies in precision, strategy and an almost constant breeze that influences every shot.
Out of bounds adds to the test from the very beginning, sharpening focus from the opening tee and setting the tone for the round. The bunkering is intelligently placed and often penal, reinforcing the value of accuracy throughout. The par three 15th is a notable recent addition, set starkly against the horizon and adding a modern note to the historic links. Royal Liverpool has hosted The Open more than a dozen times, with champions including Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. This is one of the game’s great strategic tests.
Key Information
Golf carts: Limited number available, medical certificate required, £30
Caddies: Available, £75 plus gratuity
Practice facilities: Complimentary driving range, short game area, and practice putting green
Clubhouse dress code: Clean golf shoes permitted in the Spike Bar, lounge and terrace
Royal Birkdale is a classic links course and is widely considered England’s finest. The holes wind through towering dunes that create a dramatic setting while feeling entirely natural. The art deco clubhouse is an important part of the experience, with views across the 18th that frame the finish and reflect the club’s long championship history.
Birkdale is a demanding but fair test. Elevated tees provide clear views of what lies ahead, giving definition that is rare on true links land and eliminating blind shots. Crosswinds are a constant presence and place pressure on every tee shot, while the fairways reward bold play. Subtly contoured greens demand precision and touch. The list of champions here is remarkable - Palmer, Jacklin, and Watson among them. As you make your way around, you really are walking in the footsteps of the greats.
Key Information
Golf carts: Limited number available, medical certificate required, £45
Caddies: £70 plus gratuity
Practice facilities: Driving range, short game area, and practice putting green
Clubhouse dress code: Clean golf shoes permitted in the Spike Bar
The Vincent Hotel is a four star boutique hotel in the centre of Southport. Shops, cafés and bars sit immediately outside the door, with the seafront and promenade only a short walk away, making it a lively place to stay in the evenings.
The hotel has a contemporary feel throughout, with modern interiors and well finished public spaces. Rooms are comfortably sized and well appointed, offering a good standard of accommodation in the heart of town. Food is served in the excellent hotel restaurant throughout the day, while the sophisticated bar is well known locally as a popular spot for evening drinks.
The Vincent works well as a Southport base, combining easy access to the town’s nightlife with a convenient position for Royal Birkdale, Hillside and the wider Golf Coast.
Key Information
Check in: From 2pm
Check out: Before 11am
Air conditioning: Yes
Breakfast: 7am to 10:30am Monday to Saturday, 8am to 10:30am Sunday
Dinner: Hotel restaurant offers all day dining, service until 9:30pm weekdays and 10pm weekends
Laundry: Laundry and dry cleaning service available
Royal Lytham & St Annes is a legendary course, and one of the toughest tests in championship golf. The opening is an unusual one, a demanding par three that immediately sets the tone for what’s to come.
With more than 170 bunkers and thick, unforgiving rough, this is a course that rewards discipline and precision above all else. The front nine may be your best chance to make a score, but the closing stretch, with six testing par fours, is relentless. Finish strongly over those holes and you’ll have earned your drink in the wonderful clubhouse overlooking the 18th green.
Lytham has a great list of Open champions including Bobby Jones, Tony Jacklin, and Seve Ballesteros - names that define greatness. Royal Lytham is one of golf’s most demanding and distinguished links.
Key Information
Golf carts: Limited number available, medical certificate required, £50
Caddies: £80 plus gratuity
Practice facilities: Complimentary driving range, short game area, and practice putting green
Clubhouse dress code: Golf shoes are permitted downstairs
Formby Golf Club offers a distinctive take on links golf. Set among tall pines and rolling dunes, it blends links and heathland characteristics in a way few courses manage. The routing reflects the influence of several leading architects, including Willie Park Jr., James Braid and Harry Colt, each leaving a clear mark on the layout.
The opening holes run alongside the railway line and demand accuracy from the outset, before the course turns inland through forest and then out into broader coastal dunes. Formby is defined by contrast and restraint, with strategy and positioning valued throughout. Long regarded among England’s finest, it remains a standout on the Golf Coast.
Key Information
Golf carts: 3 carts available, medical certificate required, £50.
Caddies: £60 plus gratuity
Practice facilities: Complimentary driving range, short game area, and putting green
Clubhouse dress code: Soft-spiked golf shoes are permitted in the Gerald Thorp Bar and the Golfer's Bar shoes are permitted in the Gerald Thorp Bar and the Golfer's Bar
Trip Cost £5,500 per person sharing a room, £6,200 per person single occupancy.
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. The balance will be due 90 days before the trip.
International clients can pay in British pounds or US dollars. If you pay in dollars the price will be converted on the day of payment at a competitive exchange and the amount will be advised when you check out.
International clients can pay by ACH (no extra charge) or Visa/Mastercard (2.9% fee) or Amex (3.9% fee). These fees go directly to our payment provider, not Outpost Overseas.
UK clients can pay by bank transfer.
6 nights accommodation on a Bed and Breakfast Basis
6 rounds of golf as outlined in the itinerary
Airport transfers. Assuming group arrive and depart at the same time.
Transfers to golf and hotels
Dinners as outlined in the itinerary
International Flights
Caddie fees
Driver gratuities
Meals not mentioned in itinerary
Travel Insurance
Hotel incidentals
We recommend you take out insurance to cover your needs appropriately.
There are many insurance providers and you should ensure you have a policy suitable for your requirement.
We have partnered with Golf Safe who are one of the most established providers in this area. Their Golf Secure plan has an optional Cancel for Any Reason benefit. You can get a quote here. The policy must be purchased within 21 days of your initial trip deposit and insuring 100% of your trip costs.
You can see more information regarding the policy on the attached document.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS – OUTPOST OVERSEAS LTD
Introduction
This document forms the basis of your contract with Outpost Overseas Ltd, a registered company in Scotland. Please read it carefully, as it outlines your rights and obligations. By booking with us, you agree to these terms on behalf of all participants for whom you are making payment.
1. Booking and Payment
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Deposits
A non refundable deposit of 50 percent, or as otherwise specified, is required at the time of booking. For bookings made within 12 weeks of departure, full payment is required immediately.
Final Payment
The full balance must be paid no later than 12 weeks before your trip begins, unless otherwise specified. If payment is not received on time, we may cancel your booking and retain your deposit. Failure to meet the payment schedule will be treated as a cancellation by you.
Payment Methods
We accept payments via bank transfer or credit card, payable in British pounds. Credit card payments from outside the United Kingdom will incur a surcharge - 2.9% for Visa or Mastercard and 3.9% for Amex.
2. Cancellations
Cancellations by You
Full cancellations within 12 weeks of the trip are subject to a 100 percent charge. Deposits are non refundable. For cancellations made more than 12 weeks before departure, the deposit will be retained.
If a group member cancels, the price per person may increase. It is the responsibility of the group to ensure that any replacement meets all trip requirements, including handicap limits set by the golf courses. Replacements are allowed with prior notice, but any supplier charges arising from a replacement will be passed on to you.
Cancellations must be made in writing via email to david@outpostoverseas.com.
Cancellations by Us
If we need to cancel any elements of your trip due to unforeseen circumstances or supplier issues, we will notify you and provide a suitable alternative or an appropriate refund for the services not provided.
No Refunds for Unused Services
No refunds will be issued for unused services such as missed golf or sightseeing activities, including situations caused by customer delays or personal choices.
Cancellation Summary
More than 12 weeks before departure: loss of deposit
Within 12 weeks: 100 percent charge
3. Force Majeure (Unforeseeable Events)
We are not responsible for any cancellations, delays, changes or failures in the performance of your trip caused by events beyond our reasonable control. These events can include natural disasters, severe weather, pandemics, government actions, strikes, terrorism, technical issues, or any other circumstances that could not reasonably have been foreseen or avoided. This list is not exhaustive.
In the event of force majeure, we will seek to obtain any refunds or alternatives offered by our suppliers. Refunds or adjustments can only be provided to the extent that our suppliers allow them. We cannot guarantee compensation or reimbursement for elements that suppliers decline to refund.
We are not responsible for any additional costs you may incur as a result of such events, including new flights, extended accommodation, extra transport, or other related expenses.
It may be necessary to alter itineraries, tee times, or arrangements due to force majeure. Such changes do not entitle you to compensation or a refund beyond what our suppliers provide.
4. Travel Delays and Missed Connections
In the event of flight delays or other delays affecting your arrival for the start of the trip, you must contact your transport provider immediately. You are responsible for planning your travel schedule to allow sufficient time to arrive on schedule for all booked services.
We are not responsible for missed services caused by delays, cancellations, or schedule changes by airlines or any other arrival transport providers. Missed services of any kind, including golf rounds or transfers, cannot be refunded.
Any additional costs arising from arrival delays, such as replacement transport, accommodation, or missed activities, are your responsibility.
5. Changes
Date Changes
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Name Changes
If you need to change the names of participants, we will attempt to accommodate the request if it is communicated before the final deposit is made. Any supplier fees arising from a name change will be passed on to you. Some courses do not allow multiple name changes after booking.
Group Size Adjustments
If the number of participants in your group changes, the price per person may be adjusted. If numbers change, a revised price schedule will be issued and must be accepted. Additional costs may apply if fewer people participate than originally booked due to the redistribution of expenses such as transport or accommodation.
Changes After Confirmation
Once services have been confirmed, any changes are subject to availability and the policies of our suppliers.
6. Passports, Visas, and Documentation
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You are responsible for checking and complying with any health, vaccination, or medical documentation requirements for entry into the countries you are visiting.
You must ensure that all personal information provided for travel documents is accurate and matches any flight tickets or reservations.
We are not responsible if you are refused entry to a country due to issues with your passport, visa, health documentation, or any decisions made by border authorities.
7. Insurance
We strongly recommend that all travellers obtain comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellations, medical emergencies, delays, and lost or damaged belongings.
We do not provide insurance advice or sell insurance policies.
If you choose to travel without appropriate insurance, you do so entirely at your own risk.
8. Golf Course Requirements and Behaviour
Most golf courses have a maximum handicap requirement. In the UK this is typically 24, however some English courses have a maximum of 18.4. If this may be an issue for any member of your group, please contact us before booking. Courses may require proof of handicap before play, and failure to meet these requirements may result in refusal of play with no refund.
All golfers must comply with the rules and regulations of each golf course, including attire standards, pace of play, safety rules, and any instructions given by course staff or marshals.
If a golf course is open for play and you decide not to play due to concerns about weather or course conditions, no refund will be provided.
You and your group are expected to behave appropriately at all times. If anyone’s behaviour causes distress or danger to others, we reserve the right to terminate that individual’s participation in the trip without a refund. Any additional costs arising from removal due to behaviour, such as transport or accommodation expenses, will be your responsibility.
9. Special Requests
Caddies can be requested, but availability is never guaranteed and will be arranged on a best endeavours basis only. Special requests of any kind are not guaranteed unless confirmed in writing.
Most courses in the UK and Ireland are traditional walking courses. Some courses have very limited carts with strict medical thresholds for use, and others do not have carts at all. If the availability of a cart is essential to your decision to travel, you must ensure this can be secured at the time of booking. Some courses may require advance submission of appropriate medical documentation.
All fees for caddies or carts, including any gratuities, must be paid by you unless otherwise stated in your itinerary.
10. Complaints
If something goes wrong during your trip, you must inform us as soon as possible so that we have the opportunity to resolve the issue at the time. Failure to raise a problem during the trip may reduce our ability to investigate or resolve it later.
If an issue cannot be resolved during your trip, any formal complaint must be submitted in writing by the lead booker within 28 days of your return. Compensation cannot be considered for matters that were not reported during the trip unless it was genuinely impossible to do so at the time.
Complaints should be sent to david@outpostoverseas.com.
11. Liability
We arrange travel and golf services on your behalf and act as an agent for third party providers such as hotels, transport companies, and golf courses. As such, we are not responsible for the performance, omissions, or failures of these third party services. Any claims relating to the delivery or standard of services provided by a supplier must be directed to that supplier.
Our liability to you is limited to the total cost of your booking. We are not liable for any loss of personal items, including but not limited to luggage, golf clubs, equipment, money, or valuables.
We are not liable for any consequential or indirect losses, including loss of earnings, additional travel expenses, or costs arising from missed services or delays caused by weather, transport disruptions, or other factors outside our control.
You participate in all activities, including golf, travel, and any optional excursions, at your own risk. We are not responsible for injuries, accidents, or medical expenses arising during your trip unless caused by our proven negligence.
We are not liable for any losses, damages, or disruptions caused by events beyond our control, including extreme weather, natural disasters, government actions, strikes, or similar circumstances.
12. Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Scotland. All parties agree that any disputes arising under these Terms and Conditions will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Scottish courts.