The simple answer is paradise. A golfer’s paradise. If you’ve been following The Open this week, you’ll no doubt be aware that Royal Birkdale, located on the outskirts of Southport, is surrounded by a couple of other historic links courses - and there are many more world-class layouts in this part of England… many more.
Running between the Fylde Coast and the Wirral Peninsula, 'England's Golf Coast' boasts an unparalleled depth of links golf, many of which you will find on our list of the best links golf courses in England.