Hello America!

U.S. golfers planning a links trip to Britain will find England’s Golf Coast the game’s best-kept secret. Near Liverpool in northwest England sit 12 championship links courses, including three Open Championship venues, creating the most concentrated collection of world-class golf found anywhere on earth.

Plan your next golf journey with Southport Golf Tours (SGT) and enjoy a seamless, authentic links experience across England’s legendary Golf Coast.

Iconic Championship Golf
Play Royal Birkdale, Royal Liverpool, Royal Lytham, and other world-class links – all within one historic coastal region.
True Local Expertise
A trusted on-the-ground specialist with deep relationships, creating bespoke itineraries tailored exclusively to this area.
Easy, Efficient Logistics
Courses clustered close together, easy ground transport, and Manchester Airport just one hour away.
Outstanding Value
As a local operator with low overheads, SGT delivers exceptional value without compromising quality or service.

Don’t take our word for it. Read this fascinating review of England’s Golf Coast in Cigar Oficianado.

What Next?

Begin by exploring our site to learn more about our services and the hidden gem that is England’s Golf Coast. When you’re ready, connect with us about your links golf plans – whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for more.

Our U.S. representative, Andy McCartney, joined Southport Golf Tours after taking his own SGT trip in 2023. Having experienced it firsthand, he now focuses on helping fellow Americans plan exceptional links golf trips to England’s Golf Coast.

Southport Golf Tours plans trips to Royal Birkdale

Andy with friends on the 18th at Royal Birkdale

“On our 5 day trip we played all three Open courses which were amazing, and we also loved Hillside and Formby. The logistics were seamless, the welcome was warm, and the camaraderie was fantastic”. This was our trip itinerary.

Southport Golf Tour’s five-star Google rating speaks volumes. Take a moment to read the reviews.

Talk to andy mccartney

Andy is U.S. based and has played almost every links course in Britain and Ireland. He values how SGT combines world class links golf, a fun and easy itinerary, manageable cost, and a seamless experience guided by a knowledgeable local tour company.

Contact Andy at your convenience – he’s happy to talk through your ideas, requirements and plans, whatever stage of interest you are at. He can also share helpful tips for U.S. travelers heading to the U.K. and how to manage travel costs (e.g. using Virgin Atlantic air miles, here is their Oct 2026 calendar).

EMAIL: andy@southportgolftours.com

WhatsApp: https://wa.me/14042713635

Andy McCartney
VP Sales, USA

Our 3 Most Popular Types of Trip

Best Value Trip

For those who may be taking their first links trip, or first time to England, who are price-conscious, and want to experience a super convenient, shorter getaway but still play fantastic links, including 1 Open course:

Typically 8-16 players. Consider 4 day option below or ‘The Fab 5‘. .
Price includes golf, airport + daily transport, shared hotel rooms
Suggest midweek. Play 4 courses: 1 Open course, 3 other top links
Here is a sample 5 day ITINERARY. Can be customized in any way
Itinerary priced at $3,500 per person (excludes flights and food)

The V.I.P. Open Trip

For those who want a luxurious 5-day trip that includes all 3 British Open courses (Royal Birkdale, Royal Lytham and Royal Liverpool), accommodated at Liverpool’s finest hotel, and driven to all venues:

Typically 8-16 players
Price includes golf, airport + daily transport, solo hotel rooms
5 courses: play 3 Open courses, 2 other championship links
Here is a sample 5 day ITINERARY. Can be customized in any way
Itinerary priced at $7,770 per person (excludes flights and food)

Big Group Trip

Designed for clubs, alumnis, associations, corporate or any other type of larger group who would like to present a fully customized and branded trip for their members, on a silver platter.

Typically 12-24 players
Suggest: 4-5 courses, play M-F, Wednesday option for golf or Liverpool/Beatles sightseeing tours
Golf: play all 3 Open courses, or 1 or 2. Depends on your budget
Here is a sample 5 day ITINERARY. Can be customized in any way
Itinerary priced at $4,800 per person (excludes flights + food)

Fall 2026 Availability to Play 'The Fab 5'. Click for more information

Feel free to click on the button and email your thoughts on what you are looking for in a golf trip, including:
Type of trip, # players, # rounds, time of year, which courses (e.g. Royals), where you live/play, interest in Liverpool attractions etc

Email ANDY

English golf tour organisers. England’s Golf Coast tour specialists.

So, you’ve been tasked with organising a golf trip? Right about now you’ll have realised that there is a lot to sort out if your trip is going to be a “hole in one!”. Learning about the region, research time, admin and logistics are all time consuming things, not to mention getting your group to agree on an itinerary! Booking with Southport Golf Tours allows you to bunker these inconveniences, and puts the excitement back in to your trip!

England’s Golf Coast

It’s difficult to comprehend just how densely packed the courses are without a bit of visual help. The proximity of the courses means that no matter which courses you choose to play, you’ll only be spending up to an hour travelling to even the furthest courses. Less time travelling, more time to enjoy yourselves!

Your group will thank you for choosing us!

You can shout about the quality of the golf in this region all you like, but when the chips are down you need to be able to ensure that the experience of the trip as a whole lives up to hype of the courses. That’s what we’re here for. The only thing you need to worry about is that you end up tasked with organising every trip! Don’t worry, we’ll still be here to help next time too!

4 STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL Golf TRIP…

Call us to discuss your trip OR submit your enquiry.

Schedule a consultation call to discuss your initial thoughts. Or submit an enquiry for one of our pre-existing packages.

We help to build your bespoke itinerary.

We’ll work with you to tailor the itinerary to your group’s requirements.

Sort out the finer details.

Caddies, trollies, restaurant bookings, local advice. We’re here to help – contact your dedicated tour manager to assist with any aspect of your trip.

Turn up & enjoy your trip.

We exist to make your life easier. We can’t promise that the golf will be easy but we hope that booking through us allows you to concentrate on the important things; enjoying your golf and enjoying your trip!