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Lancashire welcomes you all this summer for the Open Championship 2008 as England's Golf Coast will again play host to the most prestigious golf tournament in the world - the 137th Open Championship at the Royal Birkdale Golf Club in July 2008.
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England's Golf CoastLancashire is at the heart of England's Golf Coast and offers you great access to the rest of the Golf Coast.
See how close Lancashire is to the Open Championship 2008!
England's Golf Coast is home to 20 of the most naturally beautiful Links courses in Britain. Here you'll find some of the UK's best and most challenging golf courses located on some of the most striking coastline in Britain.
Don't miss out this summer when The Open Championships 2008 'tee off' on the 17th July.
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AccommodationAre you struggling to find a place to stay during the Open Golf? Why not take advantage of Lancashire's great location and access routes, meaning that you are virtually on the doorstep of the Open Championships.
Lancashire has plenty of quality accommodation to suit all of the visitors to this years Open Championship.
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Eating and DrinkingAfter a long day at the Open golf why not satisfy your tastebuds at one of Lancashire's quality eating establishments.
Lancashire has a wide array of restaurants ready to welcome you during your stay in England's Golf Coast - all are just a stones through away to The Open Championship.
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Lancashire's Golf CoastYou may find yourself wanting to play a spot of golf yourself after watching the Open. So why not visit one of Lancashire's Golf Coast Courses.
Lancashire's unique and challenging golfing experience is superbly designed to test amateurs and professionals alike.
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Things to do in LancashireIf you find that you have some spare during your visit to the Open Championship why not take advantage of Lancashire's vast amount of attractions.
Lancashire is brimming with a variety of things to do so you will certainly find something to do on your visit to England's Golf Coast.
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