The 154th Open · Royal Birkdale · Southport 2026

Royal Birkdale Open Chauffeur Service For Corporate Guests And VIP Golf Travel

Arrange premium chauffeur-driven transport to Royal Birkdale for The 154th Open in Southport. MCR EXEC supports corporate guests, hospitality clients, international visitors and private golf groups with airport arrivals, rail station pickups, retained chauffeur hire and multi-vehicle planning.

We cover the full journey: one-way transfers in before the event, full-day retained hire during the Championship days from 16–19 July to protect chauffeur and vehicle availability, and one-way transfers back out afterwards.

Arrival and departure transfers available before and after The Open. Championship days, 16–19 July, are retained full-day hire only, with an 8-hour minimum.

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AI Summary: MCR EXEC provides pre-booked Royal Birkdale Open chauffeur transport for corporate hospitality guests, VIP spectators, executive assistants, travel managers and private golf groups. One-way transfers are available for arrivals before and departures after The Open; Championship days from 16–19 July are retained full-day hire only.

Check Availability Early

Need Transport For The Royal Birkdale Open?

If you are arranging transport for corporate guests, hospitality clients, international visitors or a private golf group, send a short enquiry first. We can confirm whether the required date, vehicle type and journey structure are realistic before requesting the full itinerary.

Arriving before The Open or travelling onward after it ends? One-way chauffeur transfers can be requested. During the Championship days from 16–19 July, bookings move to retained full-day chauffeur hire with an 8-hour minimum to protect vehicle availability, chauffeur continuity and return journey reliability.

Already have the full itinerary? Use the detailed form further down the page if you already know passenger numbers, pickup points, return timings, golf bag requirements and preferred vehicles. Send Full Itinerary Instead
Planning several transfers or vehicles? Open our Royal Birkdale Open transport itinerary template, make your own copy, complete the Transport Itinerary tab, then share the completed sheet link with MCR EXEC. Open Transport Itinerary Template

Open Week Transport

Why The Royal Birkdale Open Chauffeur Service Requires Early Planning

The 154th Open will bring significant visitor movement into Southport and the wider Merseyside area. During major championship days, transport demand rises sharply around Royal Birkdale, local hotels, rail stations and airport arrivals.

For companies hosting clients, organisers moving VIP guests, and overseas visitors travelling with golf luggage, a planned chauffeur itinerary gives greater control across arrival, event-day travel and onward departure arrangements.

MCR EXEC can support journeys from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Formby, Southport and surrounding areas. For local travel into the town, our Southport chauffeur service page provides wider area coverage.

Who We Support

Corporate And VIP Transport For The Open At Royal Birkdale

This service is designed for the people responsible for making high-value golf travel run smoothly. That includes executive assistants, travel managers, corporate hospitality teams and golf tour organisers.

Executive Assistants

Structured airport, hotel and event travel for directors, clients and senior guests.

Travel Managers

Support for multiple arrivals, rail station pickups and timed movement across Open week.

Golf Tour Organisers

Chauffeur planning for private groups, international visitors and multi-day golf travel.

Hospitality Teams

Premium transport for hosted guests, VIP spectators and client entertainment.

Corporate golf event transport to Royal Birkdale with a black 2025 Mercedes S-Class by MCR EXEC collecting VIP guests from a premium hotel.

Corporate Golf Event Transport

Ideal for organisers handling client hospitality, guest schedules and premium travel to Royal Birkdale.

Royal Birkdale Open Chauffeur Service with a black 2025 Mercedes V-Class by MCR EXEC being loaded with golf bags for group travel to Southport.

Golf Group And Luggage Planning

Mercedes V-Class hire suits guests travelling with golf bags, hold luggage and event-day essentials.

Airport, Rail, Hotel And Private Aviation Pickups

Popular Chauffeur Routes To Royal Birkdale For The Open

MCR EXEC can support pre-booked chauffeur travel from major North West arrival points. These include Manchester Airport, Manchester city centre, Liverpool, Southport, Formby, Chester, private aviation terminals and selected hotel locations.

Manchester Airport To Royal Birkdale For international guests, corporate arrivals and golf groups travelling into the North West.
Manchester Piccadilly To Royal Birkdale For rail arrivals connecting from London, Birmingham, Scotland and other UK cities.
Manchester Victoria To Royal Birkdale Useful for city centre guests staying near Deansgate, Spinningfields or central Manchester.
Private Jet And FBO Transfers For VIP guests arriving by private aviation and requiring discreet onward chauffeur travel.
Liverpool To Royal Birkdale For Merseyside hotel guests, corporate groups and visitors staying near the waterfront.
Formby To Royal Birkdale For guests staying near the coastal golf belt between Liverpool and Southport.
Chester To Royal Birkdale For Cheshire guests, private groups and organisers planning wider regional itineraries.
Southport To Royal Birkdale For hotel, private residence and rail station pickups close to the venue.
Lytham St Annes To Royal Birkdale For golf visitors combining Royal Birkdale with other championship links destinations.
Preston To Royal Birkdale For Lancashire-based guests travelling south to Southport during Open week.
Blackpool To Royal Birkdale For coastal Lancashire guests requiring planned chauffeur travel to Southport.
Hotel To Royal Birkdale For concierge-led pickups from hotels, serviced apartments and private accommodation.

Key Arrival Points

Chauffeur Pickups From Airports, Stations And Hotels

Royal Birkdale Open Chauffeur Service with a black 2025 Mercedes S-Class by MCR EXEC collecting corporate golf guests from a North West rail station.

Rail Station Pickups

Arrange chauffeur collection from Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street or Southport rail connections.

Liverpool to Royal Birkdale Chauffeur Service with a black 2025 Mercedes V-Class by MCR EXEC collecting golf guests for The Open in Southport.

Liverpool And Merseyside Travel

Guests staying in Liverpool, Formby or coastal Merseyside can be collected for planned chauffeur travel to Royal Birkdale.

Royal Birkdale Transport Options

Chauffeur Travel For Every Stage Of The Open Journey

Royal Birkdale travel is structured around when you are travelling. Guests arriving ahead of the Championship and departing after it ends can request direct one-way chauffeur transfers. During the main Championship days, retained full-day hire protects chauffeur and vehicle availability when demand is at its highest.

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Arriving For The Open

Travelling from Manchester, Manchester Airport, Liverpool, London or elsewhere before the Championship begins? Request a direct one-way chauffeur transfer to Royal Birkdale, Southport or your surrounding hotel.

Reserve Your Pre-Event Transfer
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Departing After The Open

Heading to Manchester, London, Heathrow, Liverpool or another onward destination once the event has finished? Contact the team with your preferred collection point and timing for a tailored departure quotation.

Plan Your Onward Journey

Arrival and departure transfers are priced individually. Pricing depends on vehicle choice, collection point, route, timing and availability. MCR EXEC will confirm the final price before any booking is accepted.

Mercedes Chauffeur Fleet

Mercedes Chauffeur Fleet For Royal Birkdale Open Travel

Vehicle choice depends on passenger numbers, luggage, golf bags and the level of comfort required. The guide prices below apply to the retained 8-hour minimum on Championship days from 16–19 July. Arrival and departure transfers are quoted individually around your route, timing and vehicle choice.

MCR EXEC Mercedes E-Class chauffeur vehicle for Royal Birkdale Open chauffeur service.

Mercedes E-Class

A refined executive saloon for one or two passengers travelling to Royal Birkdale in comfort.

From £360 Based on 8 hours full-day hire. Additional hours charged from £45 per hour.
MCR EXEC Mercedes S-Class chauffeur vehicle for VIP golf event transport to Royal Birkdale.

Mercedes S-Class

A first-class saloon option for VIP guests, senior executives and premium hospitality travel.

From £640 Based on 8 hours full-day hire. Additional hours charged from £80 per hour.
MCR EXEC Mercedes V-Class chauffeur vehicle for group golf transport and luggage to Royal Birkdale.

Mercedes V-Class

The preferred option for small groups, up to 6 passengers, airport luggage and golf bags during Open week.

From £480 Based on 8 hours full-day hire. Additional hours charged from £60 per hour.
Guide pricing only: Final prices are determined by several factors, including time of day, total hire hours, number of days, number of transfers, pickup locations, waiting time, routing, vehicle availability and overall itinerary complexity. All prices quoted are excluding VAT.

Group And Corporate Planning

Royal Birkdale Open Transport For Groups, EAs And Travel Managers

Corporate golf travel often involves more than a simple pickup and drop-off. Guests may arrive on different flights, stay in different hotels, or need transport across several days.

MCR EXEC can review passenger numbers, arrival points, preferred vehicles and itinerary details before recommending the most suitable chauffeur structure.

  • Multiple airport and rail arrivals
  • Hotel-to-course chauffeur planning
  • Guest names and travel manifests
  • Multi-vehicle coordination
  • Corporate booking and invoice support

Planning Transport For Corporate Guests At The Open?

Send us your dates, passenger numbers, pickup points, preferred vehicle type and return requirements. We can review the itinerary and recommend the right structure for Open week.

  • Manchester Airport arrivals
  • Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria pickups
  • Liverpool, Southport and Formby coverage
  • One-way transfers before and after The Open
  • 8-hour retained hire minimum on Championship days

Local Southport Coverage

Southport, Birkdale And Nearby Hotel Chauffeur Pickups

Guests attending The Open may stay across Southport, Birkdale, Formby, Liverpool, Chester, Manchester, Lytham St Annes, Preston or Blackpool. MCR EXEC can support pre-booked travel from hotels, serviced apartments, private residences, rail stations and airport terminals.

For accommodation-led journeys, our hotel chauffeur services page explains how MCR EXEC supports hotel, concierge and guest movement.

Southport to Royal Birkdale Chauffeur Service with a black 2025 Mercedes by MCR EXEC collecting golf spectators for The Open.

Southport To Royal Birkdale

Local hotel, private residence and station pickups can be planned around the event schedule.

Detailed Itinerary

Send A Complete Royal Birkdale Open Transport Itinerary

This detailed form is best for executive assistants, travel managers, hospitality teams and organisers who already have passenger numbers, arrival times, hotel details, return requirements and vehicle preferences.

Use this form if you already have full itinerary details for The Open at Royal Birkdale. Please include passenger numbers, pickup locations, dates, return requirements, luggage details and vehicle preferences where available.

Planning Multiple Vehicles Or Several Transfers?

Use our Royal Birkdale Open transport itinerary template if your booking includes multiple vehicles, airport arrivals, full-day hire, passenger groups or several journey movements. Make a copy of the sheet, complete the Transport Itinerary tab, then share your completed sheet link with MCR EXEC.

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    FAQs

    Royal Birkdale Open Chauffeur Service FAQs

    Can I book a one-way chauffeur transfer to Royal Birkdale for The Open?

    Yes, for arrival and departure journeys. If you are travelling to Royal Birkdale before the Championship begins, or travelling onward once it ends, you can request a one-way chauffeur transfer. During the Championship days from 16–19 July, bookings are retained full-day chauffeur hire only, with an 8-hour minimum, to protect chauffeur and vehicle availability during the busiest period.

    Do you provide Manchester Airport to Royal Birkdale chauffeur transfers?

    Yes. MCR EXEC can support pre-booked chauffeur journeys from Manchester Airport to Royal Birkdale, Southport hotels and nearby accommodation.

    Can you collect guests from Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria?

    Yes. Rail station pickups can be arranged as part of a pre-booked Open week itinerary.

    Which vehicle is best for golf groups?

    The Mercedes V-Class is usually the most practical option for groups, golf bags and luggage.

    Can you support corporate hospitality guests at The Open?

    Yes. Transport can be planned for corporate guests, VIP clients, hospitality attendees and organiser-led itineraries.

    Can the chauffeur wait during the event?

    Yes. Retained hire allows the chauffeur and vehicle to remain assigned to the booking for the agreed period.

    How early should we book transport for The Open at Royal Birkdale?

    Early booking is strongly recommended because chauffeur and vehicle availability becomes limited during major events.

    Can you arrange multiple vehicles for guests arriving at different times?

    Yes. Multi-vehicle planning can be reviewed once passenger numbers, timings and pickup points are confirmed.

    Client Reviews

    Trusted Chauffeur Transport For Corporate Guests And Private Travellers

    MCR EXEC is trusted by corporate clients, executive travellers, families, private groups and event guests requiring professional pre-booked chauffeur services across Manchester, Southport, Merseyside and the wider North West.

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    The 154th Open Transport

    Royal Birkdale Open Transport From Arrival To Departure

    From airport and city arrivals before The Open, to retained full-day hire during Championship days and onward travel afterwards, MCR EXEC can support a properly planned Royal Birkdale journey.