Name
Gwen & Chris House
Travel Dates
June 4, 2024 - June 12, 2024
Days/Nights/Rounds
9 Days / 8 Nights / 4 Rounds
# Golfers
2 Golfers
Price
$3,330.00 USD pp
Golf Details
4 rounds of golf with prepaid greens fees
Courses
Crail Balcomie GC, The Jubilee Course, Royal Birkdale GC & West Lancashire GC
Lodging Details
2 nights in double lodging at the Market Street Hotel in Edinburgh, 3 nights in double lodging at the Ardgowan Hotel in St Andrews & 3 nights in double lodging at the Malmaison Hotel in Liverpool
Lodging General
8 nights double accommodations
Itinerary
Your suggested daily itinerary is as follows:
June 4th: Arrive Edinburgh / Sightsee / Overnight Market Street Hotel for 2 nights
June 5th: Sightsee
June 6th: Drive to St Andrews 1 hr 15 min / Sightsee in town / Overnight at the Ardgowan Hotel in center city for 3 nights
June 7th: Play Crail Balcomie Golf Links / 11.40am
June 8th: Play The Jubilee Course at St Andrews / TBD
June 9th: Drive to Liverpool 5 hours / Sightsee / Overnight Malmaison Hotel for 3 nights
June 10th: Play Royal Birkdale Golf Club / 11.40am
June 11th: Play West Lancashire Golf Club / 1.48pm
June 12th: Depart for home from Manchester Airport
Transportation Info
No transportation is included with this trip
Book URL
February 6, 2024
Many thanks for your inquiry! We would love to be the resource for all your golf travel needs and look forward to making this trip as memorable as possible for you.
Epic Golf Travel was founded 25 years ago and our company partners are PGA Professionals who have well over 100 years of golf industry and travel experience. We are members of the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO), the leading international golf tourism organization, as well as the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) and numerous other travel industry associations.
At Epic Golf Travel, our motto, “The Best Golf Vacations on the Planet”, is our sincere promise to you to deliver an exceptional golf travel experience... every trip you take and every time you take one.
To this end, we spend more hours planning and executing your trip than any other golf tour company in the industry. For those who seek genuine interest in their golf experience and fanatical attention to detail, we believe you’ll appreciate our absolute commitment to you and your golf travel plans.
The attached schedule is based on traveling and includes , (see courses below), and numerous other inclusions listed below.
Your golf has you playing total rounds... .
Your lodging has you staying .
More information on your lodging, golf courses and transportation may be found below.
Your suggested daily itinerary would be as follows:
Day 1: Arrive Dublin, Ireland / Check-in to The Green Hotel
Day 2: Play Royal Dublin Golf Club
Day 3: Play Portmarnock Golf Club
Day 4: Off day to sightsee
Day 5: Play The Island Club
Day 6: Play County Louth Golf Club
Day 7: Depart Ireland for home
Our prices INCLUDE ALL TAXES AND ANY RESORT OR LODGING FEES, there are no hidden costs of any kind.
To make your deposit, simply click on the "Ready to Book" button below and it will walk you through the process of making your deposit and other payments.
I look forward to your thoughts and please reach out with your questions or comments.
Kind regards,
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In order to secure all aspects of your golf trip a 25% deposit reflected above is required, with an additional 25% payment due 120 days prior to travel. The balance is due 60 days prior to travel.
In order to secure all aspects of your golf trip a 25% deposit reflected above is required, with an additional 25% payment due 120 days prior to travel. The balance is due 60 days prior to travel.
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NOT INCLUDED
Airfare
Caddie Fees
Gratuities
Any golf or lodging not listed above
Any food & beverage not listed above
Any trip incidentals
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YOUR GOLF COURSES
YOUR GOLF COURSES
ROYAL BIRKDALE GOLF CLUB
Ranked #38 in Top 100 Golf Courses in the World
Designed by George Lowe, Royal Birkdale as we now know it was opened in 1897. In the 1930s, the course was remodelled and upgraded to championship standards by F.G. Hawtree and J.H. Taylor.
The club was simply known as Birkdale until 1951 when King George VI bestowed the royal charter on the club. Royal Birkdale Golf Club has hosted all the important events—the Ryder Cup, Walker Cup, Curtis Cup, Ladies British Open Championship. The British Open Championship has been hosted at Birkdale no fewer than nine times (most recently in 2008).
It truly is a famous links and widely recognized for its fairness. If you hit the fairways, rarely will the ball be thrown off course. The fairways are laid out in the flat-bottomed valleys between the towering dunes. These dunes, in turn, provide superb viewing platforms for spectators.
WEST LANCASHIRE GOLF CLUB
This renowned course north of Liverpool lies among a cluster of courses making up one of the UK’s finest stretches of links golf from Liverpool up to Southport. It is the oldest club in Lancashire, and one of the ten oldest in England, boasting a history inextricably intertwined with Royal Liverpool’s.
The club started out in 1873, when seven Royal Liverpool members decided golf should cross the Mersey. The two clubs shared memberships in the early years and West Lancashire has retained an unchallenged spot in our Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland rankings from the outset.
The course has has staged many top events, co-hosting the Amateur Championship in 2009 with Formby. It has also hosted Final Qualifying for several Royal Birkdale, Royal Lytham and Royal Liverpool Open Championships.
CRAIL BALCOMIE LINKS
Ranked #67 in Top 100 Golf Courses in Scotland
One of the world's oldest golf clubs, Crail Golfing Society was founded in February 1786 and initially comprised membership of 11 local golfers. The club's original home was located at Sauchope just outside the picturesque fishing village of Crail and it was not until 1895, with the help of Old Tom Morris did they relocate to their present home at Balcomie Golf Links.
The Balcomie Links at Crail, though not particularly long, is a truly beautiful venue with superb views of the North Sea from every tee. Far removed from the bustle of everyday life, many holes climb and tumble alongside the water's edge and the rocky outcrops of the Forth shore. A truly memorable round and one not to miss.
THE JUBILEE COURSE AT ST ANDREWS
Ranked #50 in Top 100 Golf Courses in Scotland
18 holes, 72 par, 6,742 yards
In 1997, the Jubilee Course celebrated its centenary. In the space of 100 years, it had developed from a 12-hole basic layout into one of the toughest tests of golf at St Andrews.
Created on a narrow strip of land between the New Course and the sea, the Jubilee was originally a 12 hole course intended for ladies and beginners. It was the result of an initiative by the Town Council who had re-acquired the Links under the 1894 Links Act.
It was extended to 18 holes in 1946 and was now 6,020 yards long. In 1988 the re-design of the Jubilee to championship standards was carried out by Donald Steel of Cotton, Pennink, Steel & Partners, golf course architects. The teeing grounds were raised, not only providing wonderful views of the Links, but also exposing the golfers to the winds which sweep in from the bay. Mr. Steel's redesigned course was 6,805 yards and now a real test for all golfers.
YOUR LODGING
YOUR LODGING
MARKET STREET HOTEL, EDINBURGH
Market Street hotel is one of Edinburgh's newest urban escapes, located in the epicenter of Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns. A mix of bold design and distinct comfort, Market Street is inspired by its unique setting with floor to ceiling views of the surrounding city.
The hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the Royal Mile, Waverley Train Station and Princes Street. It forms part of Edinburgh’s historic skyline. The rooftop lounge has captivating 360 degree views of the city.
The hotel features a bar with champagne lounge, ground-floor coffee shop and co-working space. In the guest rooms you'll find WiFi, TV with Chromecast, Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother, locally-roasted coffee from Gordon Street, Canton tea, Dyson hairdryer, umbrellas and Votary bath products. All rooms other than ‘Cozy’ include a free minibar.
THE ARDGOWAN HOTEL
A wonderful family owned hotel, restaurant and bar located less than a two minute walk from The Old Course 18th green.
A 3 star Scottish Tourist Board accommodation, the Ardgowan Hotel is also within walking distance of the University of St Andrews, the Castle, dozens of restaurants and all shopping in St Andrews.
The hotel was designed by the famous Scottish architect, George Rae, and was built in 1847. It comprises 29 comfortable en suite bedrooms across the two adjoining Georgian town houses. The Pilmour Hotel, located just next door, dates from 1820 and has an additional 7 en suite bedrooms.
The restaurant is set back from North Street by its' own stone terrace, where you can enjoy outdoor food and drink during the warmer months.
MALMAISON HOTEL, LIVERPOOL
Surround yourself with views of the water side at this boutique city center hotel. Home of the Fab Four, music is at the heart of Liverpool, as well as legendary football clubs and upmarket shopping. The Malmaison Hotel is just up the road from the Museum of Liverpool, Tate Liverpool, the Echo Arena, and the Royal Albert Dock...– and that’s just the waterfront.
The 11-story building is sleek and modern, featuring an interior with a 'Gothic glam' feel, dominated by black, fuchsia, deep purple and violet hues. Each floor has a discreet Liverpool theme – clad with old Beatles posters and prints of the Liver Building and cathedrals – and there’s a giant yellow submarine hanging between the floors.
There are 130 bedrooms and suites spread over six floors (five other floors have apartments and meeting rooms), ranging from standards and superiors. Beds are king size and super-soft, the baths are unusually deep, and the minibars and snacks are great.
THINGS TO SEE & DO
THINGS TO SEE & DO
EDINBURGH CASTLE
Edinburgh Castle has played a pivotal role in Scottish history, both as a royal residence and as a military stronghold. The castle last saw military action in 1745 and from then until the 1920s it served as the British army's main base in Scotland. Today it is one of Scotland's most atmospheric and popular tourist attractions.
The brooding, black crags of Castle Rock, rising above the western end of Princes St, are the very reason for Edinburgh's existence. This rocky hill was the most easily defended hilltop on the invasion route between England and central Scotland, a route followed by countless armies from the Roman legions of the 1st and 2nd centuries AD to the Jacobite troops of Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745.
The Entrance Gateway, flanked by statues of Robert the Bruce and William Wallace, opens to a cobbled lane that leads up beneath the 16th-century Portcullis Gate to the cannons ranged along the Argyle and Mills Mount Batteries. The battlements here have great views over the New Town to the Firth of Forth.
GLENFIDDICH DISTILLERY
On this tour, you’ll go on a journey through every part of the Glenfiddich tradition, to find out how the world’s most awarded whiskies are created.
Your visit will begin with a short film recounting their five generations of family ownership. It’ll then be followed by an on-foot tour of the distillery with the chance to see how whiskies are created by craftsmen with generations of understanding. The tour includes a visit to the still house where you can see how stillmen capture the sweetest part of the distillate from the unusually sized copper stills.
Time matters when whisky making. So, as well as touring the distillery, you’ll visit their original warehouse where you will explore the generations of gently maturing casks. You’ll also learn how they achieve depth and consistency of flavour throughout the range of exceptional whiskies.
The special conclusion to this visit is a tutored nosing and tasting of three world-renowned single malts.
THE R&A WORLD GOLF MUSEUM
From the 16th century to the present day, the whole history of the great game is explored at The British Golf Museum. Discover the equipment, personalities and prizes of our much loved sport. Brought to life with hands on activities, interactives and modern interpretation, this is a must see attraction.
Visit their new flagship exhibition space, 'The Open Gallery', exploring the rich history of golf's oldest Major. Also in the Museum there are two exciting temporary exhibitions on golfing greats Sir Henry Cotton and Freddie Tait. Please visit throughout the year for their program of weekly events and lecture series.
The museum is a 5 minute walk from the town centre and is situated directly opposite The Royal and Ancient Clubhouse. There is a large car park behind the museum, operated by Fife Council and a coach drop off point.
THE HIMALAYA'S PUTTING COURSE (ST ANDREWS LADIES' PUTTING CLUB)
A private club founded in 1867, the St Andrews Ladies' Putting Club course is open to the public daily from April to September (and in March and October, weather permitting).
Before 1860 the caddies of St Andrews had laid out a small putting area near where Rusacks Hotel now stands. They would play to pass the time while waiting for a bag. When the course was quiet a few young ladies would play.
There was some tension between the caddies and the ladies, so much so that it was decided a piece of ground be found where the ladies could play away from the caddies. There was an unused piece of ground to the north of the Swilcan Burn. The ground was rough with whins which were used by local washerwomen to dry clothes, and pitted with rabbit holes. A nine hole course was laid out by Old Tom Morris, requiring a cleek and a putter, and so the St Andrews Ladies’ Golf Club was formed in 1867.
The Himalayas lie between the famous Old Course and the spectacular West Sands, only a ten minute walk from the center of St Andrews.
KINGSBARNS DISTILLERY TOUR, ST ANDREWS
Realizing there was no nearby whisky distillery to satisfy those visiting St Andrews, and having come across a derelict 18th century farm situated just a short distance from Kingsbarns, former Old Course caddie Douglas Clement decided to build his own.
Kingsbarns Distillery was opened in 2014 and began producing a limited run of single malt scotch whisky each year.
The distillery tour is led by one of their senior guides and is suitable for smaller groups who have time to enjoy a more leisurely visit and a longer tutored whisky tasting.
Start your visit by being shown into the exhibition space which explores the history behind the name 'Kingsbarns’.
Your guide will explain how the spirits inside the distillery are made and then take you into a tasting room for an in-depth tutored tasting of their award-winning single malt 'Dream to Dram' and a selection of Kingsbarns single malt whiskies.
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