| Club Name | Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club |
| Designer | George Lowe, Harry Colt |
| Par | 70 |
| Type | Links |
| Length | 7,118 Yards / 6,509 Metres |
| Website | |
| Club Address | Links Gate, Lytham St Annes, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 3LQ, United Kingdom |
Royal Lytham & St Annes is the northernmost golf course on EnglandтАЩs Golf Coast, residing 90 minutes by car from Liverpool, near the coastal town of Lytham & St Annes. Founded in 1886, Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club has hosted 11 Open Championships, the last in 2012 which was won by South African legend Ernie Els. The famous golf course is often experienced by visitors who also play Royal Liverpool, and Royal Birkdale. The Golf Club has a handicap limit for visitors that is 21 for males and 30 for females. A valid handicap certificate from the playerтАЩs home club is required.
With over 174 strategically place bunkers, you know youтАЩve come to a true links golf course. Originally designed by the sea in 1886, there has been plenty of residential development since and there are now many houses between. The course is still prone to strong winds from the Irish Sea, and a high level of accuracy is demanded by the golf course. The 18-hole route is laid out over mainly flat terrain with small undulations. The challenges when the breeze isnтАЩt blowing, come from the beastly pot bunkers that pepper the course, as well as uniquely shaped fairways and large areas of rough between tees and fairways. There is enough undulation to make your ball roll far from the green if the wind is prevailing.
Nothing short of your best game is required to score well at Royal Lytham & St Annes. Although seemingly laid out over flat terrain, the nuances in the design and layout, combined with the prevailing wind, make Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Course a formidable test of links golf, with only Carnoustie Golf Club thought to be tougher. Watch out for the artificial and natural sand dunes that are arrayed over the golf course. The greens too are compact, undulating and lightning-quick!
Clubhouse
Hosting visiting golfers for well over a century, the Clubhouse at Royal Lytham & St Annes is iconic in the sporting world. The interior is designed from a distant glory of the sport, and the hospitality you will receive from staff and members is universally praised. The restaurant and bar overlook the 18th hole and serves mouth-watering food year-round. Inside the Clubhouse, you will find a snooker room, the well-stocked pro-shop, locker room and various displays of golfing memorabilia.
Practice Facilities
The golf practice facilities at Royal Lytham & St Annes consist of a driving range, putting green and short-game area with a practice bunker. The driving range doesnтАЩt get too crowded though some days in summer might see you divert to the short-game area before your round.
BOOK YOUR GOLF TRIP WITH VOYAGES.GOLF
Planning a golf trip shouldn’t be harder than playing the course itself. Voyages.golf is an International specialist golf travel agency, built by golfers for golfers who want access to the world’s best courses without the booking headaches. Our services go well beyond golf, with curated travel services creating the best package to suit your needs as described by our thousands of travellers.
Our Approach
We handle the details so you can focus on your game. Every itinerary is custom-built around the courses you want to play, with accommodation, transfers, and logistics coordinated to maximise your time on the greens. No budget stay-and-play, no minimum group sizes, no automated responses – just personalised service from golf travel specialists who understand what makes a great golf trip.
Our Services
Every Voyages.golf package starts with a minimum of two nights’ accommodation paired with your golf rounds, then builds from there based on your needs. Our comprehensive services include:
Tee Time Access
Championship courses – worldwide. We’ve built relationships over 10+ years that secure tee times many can’t access.
Hand-Picked Accommodation
Every hotel, resort, and lodge is selected based on three criteria: location near your courses, genuine comfort after 18 holes, and whether we’d stay there ourselves. No endless scrolling through reviews – we’ve done the research and know what works for golfers.
Complete Logistics Management
Golf clubs on flights. Vehicles with proper storage. Multi-course routing that doesn’t waste your day driving. Caddie requests. Optional additions like wine tours, golf lessons, or non-golfer programs. We coordinate everything so your trip flows seamlessly from arrival to departure.
No Minimum Numbers
Solo traveler? Foursome? Corporate group of 20? We welcome bookings of any size. Every golfer deserves exceptional service regardless of party size.
Real People, Real Expertise
Contact Voyages.golf and you’ll speak with experienced golf travel specialists – not call centers or chatbots. We’re golfers who’ve played these courses, understand seasonal conditions, and genuinely care about creating trips you’ll remember. We’re available to answer questions, refine itineraries, and provide support before, during, and after your journey.
Ready to Play?
Whether you’re targeting Australia’s championship courses, planning an international golf pilgrimage, or organizing a weekend escape with friends, Voyages.golf transforms your golf travel plans into reality. Contact our specialist team today to start designing your perfect golf experience.
How to Book Your Golf Trip
Every Voyages.golf experience is custom-made to your specificationsтАФno two itineraries are identical. To ensure we secure the best tee times and accommodation, especially at high-demand courses and destinations, we recommend starting the booking process well in advance. We will advise you on the best booking windows for in-demand locations.
Before reaching out, it helps to have clarity on your preferred travel dates and confirmed group members (who’s definitely in, who’s still deciding). This allows us to move quickly when availability opens at sought-after courses.
Our 5-Step Booking Process
1. Enquire
Contact our team with your ideal travel window, preferred courses or destinations, group size, and any special requirements. The more detail you provide, the better we can tailor your itinerary. Keep in mind that popular courses and travel periods book out months in advance; early enquiries give you the best selection.
2. Book
Once we’ve designed your perfect itinerary and you’re ready to proceed, we’ll send a detailed invoice. We accept multi-currency payments via credit card or direct bank transfer, making both domestic and international bookings straightforward and secure.
3. Travel
Experience the golf trip we’ve meticulously planned for you. Our team remains available throughout your journey for any support, adjustments, or assistance you might need with the latest digital travel app to support your group throughout.
4. Share Your Experience
We’d love to hear how your trip went. Share your experience on social media (tag us @voyagesgolf), leave a review, or send us photos from your trip to be featured. Your feedback helps us continually improve and helps fellow golfers discover their next great adventure.
5. Stay in Touch
Once you’ve traveled with Voyages.golf, you’re part of our community. We’ll keep you informed about new course partnerships, exclusive travel opportunities, and seasonal recommendations for your next golf getaway.
Ready to Start Planning?
Contact Voyages.golf today. Let us know when you’re thinking of traveling and which courses are on your bucket listтАФwe’ll take care of the rest.
Rated Excellent on the world’s leading independent review platform.
Sign up to receive our Monthly Newsletter, Tour & Cruise Releases and take advantage of our Earlybird Deals.
Data used in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We never sell your data as a fully independent company.
Ask questions and request more information about this tour by filling out enquiry form below & one of our experts will reach out to you.
