THE WIRRAL CHAMPIONSHIP
(HESWALL GOLF CLUB)
MONDAY 11TH MAY 2026
OPENS FOR ENTRY:
10am on Monday 2nd February 2026 (Members Only)
&
10am on Monday 23rd February 2026 (Non-members)
The Wirral Championship is an 18 hole individual stableford event with a 95% handicap allowance. The event will welcome up to 120 players.
Entry Fee: £89.00
- Players will be greeted with tea or coffee & bacon* roll on arrival.
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A one-course post round meal. *Vegetarian alternatives available
To compete in the England Golf Senior Series:
- Players must be 50 years of age or older on the day of their Regional Qualifying event.
- Players must be a member of a golf club affiliated with England Golf with an active WHS™ index.
Regional Qualifying Tournaments:
- 18 holes of Stableford scoring, 95% Playing Handicap™ allowance is applied.
- Two qualifiers will go direct to the National Grand Final at Woodhall Spa – the winner from Division 1 and winner from Division 2.
- After confirming the overall winner from each regional qualifying tournament Division 1 (+10.0 to 10.8) and Division 2 (10.9 to 54.0) player's placed 2nd–6th in each division will be invited to the relevant North or South Regional Final Qualifying event.
NORTH REGIONAL FINAL
Date: Friday 11th September
Venue: Hillsborough Golf Club
- Played over 18 holes Stableford, using 95% Playing Handicap™.
- The entry fee to play at a North or South Regional Final Qualifying will be £30 (this is a subsidised entry fee).
- Please note there is no opportunity to swap between North and South venues.
- The top 10 players from Division 1 in The North Regional Final qualify for the National Grand Final.
- The top 10 players from Division 2 in The North Regional Final qualify for the National Grand Final.
NATIONAL GRAND FINAL
Date: Monday 5th & Tuesday 6th October
Venue: Woodhall Spa Golf Club (Hotchkin & Bracken Courses)
Format:
- 76 players (36 regional winners and 40 North and South regional qualifiers)
- Played over 36 holes of Stableford, 95% Playing Handicap™ allowance applies.
Also included for each finalist:
- One night accommodation provided at a hotel in the beautiful village of Woodhall Spa.
- Evening dinner after round one.
- Breakfast at the hotel on day two.
- Lunch provided on day two.
The Senior Series Champion:
- The competitor with the highest total Stableford points over 36 holes will be crowned the Senior Series Champion 2026 and receives the coveted Senior Series Trophy.
2025 Winner - David Lawlor (Stockwood Park Golf Club)
| FAQ's | |
|---|---|
| Q; What is the location of the golf club? | A: Cottage Lane, Gayton, Wirral, CH60 8PB |
| Q: Where do I register? | A: In the clubhouse bar area. |
| Q: Are there car parking facilities? | A: Plenty of spaces available |
| Q: What is the cost of a practice round? | A: Member guest rate of £35 weekday and £40 weekend (subject to availability). |
| Q: Where are the practice facilities? | A: Adjacent to lower car park. |
| Q: What is the cost for the practice balls? | A: £4 for 30. |
| Q: Where do I find the pin positions? | A: Pin Positions can be found in competitors information. |
| Q: Are buggies available? | A: Competitors to contact Pro Shop – 0151 342 7431 |
| Q: Are there codes for the locker rooms? | A: Codes will be available on the day. |
| Q: Is there a wi-fi code for the clubhouse? | A: Code is- 1513421237. |
| Q: Is there a halfway hut? | A: Near to 13th. |
| Q: Are motorhomes allowed for overnight stay? | A: Advance requests based on availability. |
| Q: How do I withdraw? | A: Email: seniorseriesmembership@englandgolf.org |
| Q: Is there a prize giving? | A: There is no prize giving. emails will be sent to all players with results and qualifiers for either the North or South regional final and the Grand final. |
