Tournament
*Date: *Thursday 22nd July – Sunday 25th July, 2021
*Field: 144 *Players
Format:
The tournament will be a 72-hole stroke play event. The field will play one round on each of the first two days, after which the leading 70 players (and those who tie for 70th place) will go forward to the third and fourth rounds. In the event of a tie for the first place there will be a hole-by-hole play-off.
Prize Presentation
The Prize Presentation will be held on the 18th green upon the conclusion of play (approximately 18:00) on Sunday 25th July.
*Prize Money *
Prize fund $2,500,000 From Website
*Television Broadcast *
The Senior Open Presented by Rolex is beamed to over millions of homes around the world and will be broadcast live on SKY SPORTS and THE GOLF CHANNEL.
GMT Time Local Time
World Feed World Feed
Thursday 22nd July 00:00 – 00:00 00:00 – 00:00
Friday 23rd July 00:00 – 00:00 00:00 – 00:00
Saturday 24th July 00:00 – 00:00 00:00 – 00:00
Sunday 25th July 00:00 – 00:00 00:00 – 00:00
Note: Difference GMT to Local Time TBC hrs
*COVID-19 Update – *
The European Tour will continue to follow Government advice about coronavirus and will comply with all the latest rules. We ask all ticket holders to please familiarise themselves with the latest guidance before they attend. You will find the Tournaments code of conduct here (info on how the event will be manged). We will regularly update this page in accordance with Government advice.
Spectator's Etiquette
- Remain still for each shot and do not move until all the Players in the group have played or holed out.
- Kneel or sit down if you are in the front row. Consider other spectators when using an umbrella.
- Do not speak to the players while they are on the course.
- Please keep behind the ropes and barriers on the course and use the official crossing points.
- Walk, don’t run, and obey the course marshals – they are trying to make your day more enjoyable.
- There is no dress code in public areas.
- Dress accordingly for the weather conditions. Sensible shoes should be worn. No metal spikes allowed.
- Due to social distancing, spectators are prohibited from asking for player autographs.
- Please listen to any public address announcements and follow instructions from officials and volunteers should they be necessary.
Course
Spectators can move freely around the golf course but please stay outside the ropes. Controlled crossing points, which are clearly marked by signposts and manned by course Marshals, should be used when crossing fairways. * Social Distancing is actively encouraged at all times across the site. *
Evacuation Procedure
If it is necessary to evacuate the site, please follow the instructions of the course marshals, volunteers and event officials in an orderly fashion.
Marshals
Chief Marshal Graham Wallage and team will be managing The Senior Open volunteer programme. The Marshals are extremely influential in helping to ensure that play runs smoothly.
The purpose of a Marshal is to ensure that the competitors are able to compete under the best conditions.
Many of the marshals have volunteered at a number of other golf events across the country and have a good understanding of the appropriate golfing etiquette.
*Banking *
No ATM onsite. Contactless payments only.
*Merchandise *
A wide range of Official 2021 Senior Open Event and Legends Tour merchandise is on sale at the Official Merchandise Shop located in the Championship village.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
No picnics / picnic hampers allowed.
Alcoholic beverages are also not permitted to be brought into the venue.
*Public Catering & On-Course Catering Hamlets *
There are public catering area serving a variety of food and drink at the below locations:
In the Championship Village area.
On course at the 10th Green area
On course at the 13th Fairway area.
Water Stations
There are refillable water stations located in the Championship Village and at the 13th Hole Catering area.
On-Course Toilet Facilities
At above catering areas.
Grandstands
There are grandstands situated at the following holes:
1st Tee
13th Green
18th Green
*Leaderboards *
Leaderboards are located on holes:
4th
8th
9th
13th
14th
15th
16th
17th
Big Screens
18th Green
Championship Village
*Inclement Weather *
Observe the leaderboards and big screens throughout the golf course for weather warning signs that will appear prior to inclement weather moving into the area. Spectators are advised to take precautions PRIOR to play being suspended. If the siren sounds, seek shelter immediately, avoiding the following:
Open areas
Hilltops or high places
Isolated trees
Golf buggies
Wire fences
The Use of Mobile Phones
The use of mobile phones is permitted but restricted to dedicated areas only, where event signage will refer to them as “mobile phone zones”. Only in these dedicated areas can calls be made or received, however phones must remain on silent at all times.
The use of any cameras, computers and other electronic equipment at the Tournament Thursday to Sunday is not permitted other than with the proper accreditation.
Making or distributing broadcasts, commentary, news reports, data, results or statistics by any means in any format or media including any such by mobile phone or other wireless device is not permitted.
Cameras - Cameras are NOT permitted on Match Days – Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Although mobile phones are permitted on all four days of the event, the use of the camera facility is as per the above.
*Bookmaker *
There are no bookmaker facilities on site.
*Are wheelchairs allowed on site at the Championship? *
Wheelchairs and other motorised chairs are allowed on the tournament grounds should you like to bring them.
Event Mobility will be in operation during this event, they will be located near the Blue Badge Holders car park. Wheelchairs and scooters are free to use however a donation is expected to be made to the Event Mobility Charity. Event Mobility Contact number: 01386 725391
Golf carts and other motorised vehicles will not be available to rent or use during the tournament week.
Disabled toilet facilities are located at the public catering areas in the Championship Village.
Car Parking: *Designated parking for Blue Badge holders is located at the front of the *Car Park 2.
*Is there a Public Crèche? *
There will not be a crèche at this event.
There is baby changing facilities at this event, these are located in the Championship Village.
Can I bring a child’s buggy/pushchair?
Yes you can. However please be aware of uneven terrain.
Children should always be accompanied by an adult.
The ground is uneven and particularly under wet conditions the ground may become slippery therefore appropriate footwear should be worn to avoid injury.
Are dogs permitted to the course?
Dogs are not permitted on the course with the exception of trained assistance guide dogs, and we respectfully suggest that you do not leave your pet in the car.
*Familiarise yourself with the location of First Aid stations and refreshment areas. *
On entry to the venue look for map board, this will help you find exits, key facilities and provide other key information.
Medical First Aid
Full medical and first aid facility is located close to the Tournament Offices. Should you require medical assistance whilst out on course, please ask a marshal or event official who can radio for assistance.
*Lost Property *
Lost property that has been found can be handed in to the nearest marshal, volunteer or event official. All items will be delivered to the Championship Office at the end of each day.
The Championship Office is located in the Clubhouse Car Park.
Left Luggage
There will not be a left luggage facility at this tournament.
Can I bring a bag / rucksack?
Bags and rucksacks are permitted at the Championship and
there are no restrictions on size. For your safety, security bag searches may be in operation on entry.
