The 138th British Open Golf 2009, July, Turnberry, Scotland

The 138th British Open Golf 2009, Turnberry
July 16-19,Turnberry, Ayrshire By Air

It will be the fourth time Turnberry has hosted The Open. The venue is famous for the 1977 Duel in the Sun between Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus. Since Price's win in 1994 the demands of the Open have substantially increased and a solution to Turnberry's traffic problems had to be found before a return could be considered. David Hill, director of championships for The R&A said: "There has never been any doubt that the Open would return to Turnberry, one of our very best links courses, but before reaching that decision we had to be convinced that every aspect of our forward planning process was in place to ensure a successful return to Turnberry in 2009. added Hill.

With the sea by your side and that famous lighthouse in the distance, there are few courses By Air

in the world that can match Turnberry for beauty or excitement. Scene of some of the most memorable moments in Open history, the Ailsa championship course is a legend in the world game. Watson, Norman, Price;they’ve all won golf’s most coveted trophy here on the Turnberry links. And another name will join them in the summer of 2009 when the Open returns to the Ailsa. But it’s not only the world’s best that can enjoy a round here. Every year, thousands of golfers of all abilities enjoy the thrill of playing an Open Championship course that’s open to all.

Travel by air To Turnberry

Turnberry is within easy driving distance of all the major Scottish Airports. The most convenient airports to fly to are Prestwick which is a 30 minute drive or Glasgow which is a 60 minute drive.

By Air

From Prestwick Airport
Take the A79 signposted towards Ayr, turn left onto the B743 signposted Bypass, at the next roundabout take 2 nd exit for the A77 signposted Stranraer. Stay on this road, you will go through Maybole and Kirkoswald and then you will arrive at Turnberry, the apartments are on your left hand side as you drive into Turnberry.

From Glasgow Airport
Take the M8 towards Glasgow and then the M77 signposted Kilmarnock, stay on this road to Prestwick. Then take the A77 signposted Ayr and Stranraer, you will go through Maybole and Kirkoswald and then you will come into Turnberry. The Estate is on your left as you drive into Turnberry.

Travel by rail to Turnberry...
There are good train links with Glasgow from Ayr which in turn has good links with the local station at Girvan.

Travel by sea To Turnberry
By Ferry
There are quick and reliable ferry services from Ireland - either into Stranraer which gives you the chance to travel up the scenic coast road, or the fast Sea-cat service into Troon.

Turnberry Tourism
The Spa
Offers spectacular views towards Ailsa Craig and features 12 luxurious treatment rooms, 2 hydrotherapy rooms, heat experiences, relaxation rooms, a 20 metre pool and a fully equipped fitness studio. Why not treat yourself to a day of pampering?

Outdoor Activity Centre
Offers a huge range of sporting and leisure activities including fishing, shooting, archery, falconry, off-road driving and horse riding. Whether you're looking for a fresh challenge or simply want a bit of gentle exercise, you'll find it here.

Colin Montgomery Links Academy Situated next to the famous Championship courses, this is a great place to warm up before a round, fine tune your game or even take your first ever shot. This is a superb teaching environment with a range of programmes specially designed to suit every golfer, from the scratch player to the first timer.

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