The Open

Events & Entertainment

27 major Southport events and festivals we’re excited to see in 2026

There are so many exciting events and festivals happening in Southport in 2026 - here’s your guide to some of the major ones you won't want to miss!  They include…

Hole In 1 Golf has opened on Lord Street in Southport. The family-owned business is run by Glyn and Lisa Richards and son, Max. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport

New Hole in 1 Golf shop opens in Southport at heart of ‘England’s Golf Coast’

The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush generated more than £280 million in economic benefit for Northern Ireland. Photo by The R&A

The 153rd Open drove £280m economic benefit says independent research as golf tournament heads to Southport

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Scottie Scheffler of the United States tees off on the 14th hole during the final round of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 20, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. Photo by Warren Little / Getty Images / R&A
Business & Economy

Hear about exciting plans for Southport in 2026 including The Open at the Sefton Economic Forum this November

Sports

Road to The Open 2026 at Royal Birkdale in Southport begins as qualifying series confirmed

R&A Championships Limited has submitted a planning application to Sefton Council to utilise open land adjacent to the practice range at neighbouring Hillside Golf Club on Hastings Road in Birkdale for golf course use. Photo: Google Earth
Local News

Drive to create golf practice range on Birkdale Common ahead of The Open in Southport in line for approval

Scottie Scheffler of the United States tees off on the 14th hole during the final round of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 20, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. Photo by Warren Little / Getty Images / R&A
Sports

The 153rd Open enjoys new benchmark for attendance and views with golf tournament in Southport next