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Princes Golf Club (British Open Venue)

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Princes Golf Club

First opened in 1907 it was widely regarded as England's longest course at the time at over 7000 yards. Princes was then requisitioned by the military and severely damaged during the Second World War. In the 1950s the course was redesigned to incorporate 27 holes with 3 Championship nines.

Princes was host to The Open Championship in 1932, won by Gene Sarazen where he famously debuted his newly invented 'sand iron.' The course now has 3 distinct nines, all of which start and end at the clubhouse, offering a mix of classic and modern links golf challenges.

Princes now hosts Final Open Qualifying, and in 2030 will be the venue for the 53rd Walker Cup between Great Britain & Ireland and the United States. Regularly ranked in England's top 30 courses.

Useful Information

  • No handicap certificate is required, but a proficient level of golf is required. Princes is a championship golf course and guests with a high handicap will find the course extremely challenging.
  • Visitor bookings are accepted every day .
  • Players are expected to wear smart golf clothing and shoes. Denim is not allowed.
  • Caddies and Fourcaddies are available and must be booked in advance.
  • Club hire is available, and a small number of Buggy's. Advance booking essential for Buggies.
  • Dress code in the Clubhouse is smart casual.
  • Princes has on-site accommodation at 'The Lodge'. Package details available on request.


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