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GETTING
TO THE GROUNDS
The 154th Open will be played at Royal Birkdale from 12 to 19 July 2026.
Tens of thousands of spectators will attend throughout the week. To minimise road traffic congestion and reduce the Championship’s carbon footprint, The R&A is recommending that spectators consider the use of public transport, which will be significantly enhanced for travel convenience, or car share with others in their group. Those staying in the local area are encouraged to consider active travel (walking, wheeling or cycling).
For more updated information, please visit the The Open Official website or download The Open App.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
BY TAXI
There will be a designated taxi rank and private hire drop off/pick-up area in operation for The 154th Open from 12-19 July. This will be located close to the main public entrance to the course. On approach to The Open, ask the driver to follow the AA directional signs for taxis. Demand for taxi and private hire vehicles is expected to be high, so it is strongly recommended to book in advance.
BY ROAD
There will be no public car parking at Royal Birkdale or in the immediate surrounding area. All public parking will be located at The Open Park & Ride facilities, where dedicated buses will be available to transport spectators to the course.
Spectators choosing to travel to the event by car or motorcycle will be directed to The Open Park & Ride sites by Variable Messaging Signs (VMS) and specific black and yellow event signs provided by The AA.
Park & Ride facilities will cater for spectators travelling by road and allow for them to be dropped off and picked up at locations close to the entrance points at the venue. While they are designed to minimise congestion in busy areas by reducing the number of vehicles accessing Birkdale and the surrounding area, traffic volumes will still be higher than normal during the week of The Open. Please note overnight parking is not permitted at The Open Park & Ride facilities.
Charges for use of the Park & Ride will apply. Passes are available to purchase via The Open website.
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