Defined by rolling dunes and set among the towering sandhills of England’s northwest coast, Royal Birkdale is a celebrated championship links—renowned for its strategic challenge, unmistakable character and enduring Open legacy.
Year Opened
1889
Course Architect
Original design by George Lowe; later redesigned by Frederick G. Hawktree & J.H. Taylor
Grass Type
Fescue & Browntop Bentgrass
Playing Tips For Hole #18
Aim for the heart of the green. The tight entrance makes aggressive pin hunting risky. A center-green target reduces the chance of a finishing-hole mistake and gives you a reasonable opportunity to two-putt on this demanding par 4.
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Royal Birkdale Golf Club
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