FRESHFIELD CHAMPIONSHIP LINKS
Formby Golf Club Event Photographer
Holding a private celebration or club event at Formby Golf Club? I’m Leon Britton, an award-winning Liverpool event photographer who covers celebrations at this historic championship links club — this page covers what to expect from your event photography here.
ONE OF ENGLAND'S GREAT LINKS CLUBS
A Historic Clubhouse, Ranked Among the World's Most Iconic
Formby Golf Club sits on Golf Road in Freshfield, founded in 1884 and one of the most respected championship links courses in England — it has hosted The Amateur Championship four times, the English Amateur Championship five times, the Brabazon Trophy, and the Curtis Cup in 2004. The club is a private members’ club, so most photography here is for members’ own private celebrations or club-organised events, rather than public wedding or party hire.
The clubhouse itself — rebuilt in 1901 after a fire destroyed the original building — has been voted one of the most iconic clubhouses in the world, with a snooker room dating back to 1901, championship memorabilia throughout, and panoramic views over the links. It’s a genuinely special backdrop for presentation dinners, celebration lunches, and members’ family occasions.
KEY FACTS & LOCATION
5 Things to Know About Formby Golf Club
Located on Golf Road, Freshfield, Liverpool L37 1LQ, founded in 1884.
The clubhouse was rebuilt in 1901 after fire destroyed the original in 1899, and has been voted one of the world’s most iconic clubhouses.
Has hosted The Amateur Championship four times, the English Amateur Championship five times, and the Curtis Cup in 2004.
A snooker room dating to 1901 houses two of the oldest snooker tables in the country.
A private members’ club — photography here is typically for members’ own functions or club-organised events.
Golf Road, Freshfield, Liverpool L37 1LQ
PHOTOGRAPHY AT THE VENUE
Making the Most of Formby Golf Club
The clubhouse’s period detail rewards a slower approach — championship memorabilia, the 1901 snooker room and panoramic links views all add character worth capturing beyond the main event itself.
The links course itself makes a striking backdrop — a few wide shots taking in the fairways and dunes set your event apart from a standard function room.
FORMBY GOLF CLUB EVENT FAQS
Common Questions About Photography at Formby Golf Club
Formby Golf Club is a private members’ club, so events here are generally arranged through club membership rather than public hire — if you’re a member planning a celebration, or organising a club event, I’d be glad to cover it. If you’re looking for a similar links setting open to public event hire, get in touch and I can suggest alternatives too.
Coverage starts from £250, with half-day and full-day options available depending on your event. Get in touch with a few details and I’ll come back with an honest, tailored quote.
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