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Host to the

2016 amateur championship

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HOST TO THE

SENIOR OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP

2014 & 2017

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The Senior Open Championship

2016 Senior Open Champion, Paul Broadhurst, talks about completing the 'round of his life' as he held on for a two-shot win over Spain's Miguel Angel Jimenez.

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The Senior Open Championship

The Senior Open Championship presented by Rolex returns to Royal Porthcawl in 2017 and it's going to be a star-studded event with the likes of Colin Montgomerie, Tom Watson and Miguel Ángel Jiménez.

2002 Ryder Cup star Phillip Price, one of the home favourites, talks about his debut.

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One great hole after another.
Tom Watson Five-time open winner

It was just one great hole after another and one great green complex after another. I really fell in love with it immediately.
Tom Watson Five-time open winner

It’s right up there with the best courses I’ve played over here. It is a true test. It’s absolutely spectacular.
Fred Couples U.S. Masters Champion

This course is definitely good enough for an Open. You can see the ocean, beach, the hills. It is a very nice place to play golf.
Bernhard Langer 2014 Senior Open Champion

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Course Rankings

Ranked #22 in the UK & Ireland
Golf Monthly

Ranked #1 in Wales
Golf World

Ranked #15 best course outside of the US
Planet Golf

Ranked #21 in the UK & Ireland
top100golfcourses.co.uk

Ranked #44 in the World
Golf Digest World's 100 Greatest Golf Courses

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The Amateur Championship

The 121st Amateur Championship took place at Royal Porthcawl and Pyle & Kenfig between 13-18 June 2016.

Live Webcam - Watch Live

Watch our live streaming webcam and take in views of the first hole and Rest Bay.

Rich History

Founded in 1891, Royal Porthcawl has a rich history and has hosted many prestigious tournaments.

What they say

Find out what some of the greats of the game think of Royal Porthcawl.

Onsite Accommodation

After a good night's sleep and an excellent breakfast, the golfer can step straight onto the tee.

Seniors Open

Royal Porthcawl hosted its first Senior Open in 2014 and the event was a the huge success.

Open Competitions

For all Open event information, view Booking Forms under Visitors, Open Competitions.

Bar & Dining Room

Visitors are invited to indulge in a post match drink in the clubhouse where they have a variety of rooms to choose from.

Royal Porthcawl is recognised as the Number 1 golf club in Wales with an outstanding links course to rival any throughout the world.

The Club has hosted many championships including the Walker Cup, Ladies Open Championship, Curtis Cup, The Amateur Championship and The Senior Open Championship to name a few. The Club prides itself on providing Members and guests with a friendly warm welcome and first class customer service.

Golfers are encouraged to visit and experience Royal Porthcawl Golf Club. A world class golf course with practice facilities to match and a Clubhouse serving fine food and beverage.