The Open Championship or British Open - Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club
19 July - 22 July 2012
Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
Lytham St Annes is located on the Fylde Coast in West Lancashire and has the honour of hosting the 141st British Open Golf Championship 2012 at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club between the 19th and 22nd July 2012. An expected 250,000 spectators will be heading for the Lancashire coast for the duration of the Open Championship 2012.
Accommodation for the Open will be at a premium with players, officials and fans of the British Open keenly seeking out quality Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, Self catering accommodation or private homestay or rental accommodation.
The skill of the professionals, the spectacle and majesty of such a sensational sport in a beautiful location, should not be missed - so be sure to book your accommodation for the 141st British Open Golf Championship without delay.
Lytham is a traditional coastal village which is truly one of the gems of the North West. Full of continental markets, flourishing gardens and stylish restaurants, Lytham really has something on offer for everyone. St Annes-on-Sea's town centre has been completely regenerated over recent years to offer a charming experience, blending Victorian heritage with 21st Century living.
When you’re not watching golf you could hire bikes to explore the surrounding countryside and coastal trails and beautiful seaside location. Try your hand at horse riding or brush up on your tennis. The less energetic could take the opportunity for some serious spa pampering or take a gentle stroll around the grounds of Lytham Hall, there is also Lytham Windmill Museum and steeped in almost 1000 years of history including the trials of the Pendle Witches and the Birmingham Six, Lancaster Castle is one of the most important historic monuments in the North West.
The 141st British Open Golf Championship 2012 will be held at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire between 19th-22nd July 2012.