Mark Pilkington Professional's Trophy

Description

The Mark Pilkington Professional's Trophy takes place at Porthmadog Golf Club on July 4, 2026. This men's individual strokeplay event offers competitors the opportunity to test their skills at the Welsh course. Participants will compete in a traditional format where the lowest total score determines the winner.

Porthmadog Golf Club

Gwynedd, United Kingdom

Porthmadog Golf Club is a traditional links course established in 1905 by renowned designer James Braid, located in Morfa Bychan, 3 miles from the harbour town of Porthmadog in Wales. The course features 18 holes with the front nine predominantly heathland and the back nine true links terrain, offering stunning views of Cardigan Bay and Snowdonia mountains. The layout combines challenging links characteristics with a friendly, approachable design that appeals to players of varying abilities. The course celebrated 100 years of golfing excellence in 2005, testament to Braid's enduring design. On-site facilities include two practice grounds, a practice net, and putting green. Electric trolleys, pull trolleys, and buggies are available for hire. The clubhouse provides comfortable amenities, including five dormy rooms offering accommodation for visiting golfers and societies. The surrounding area provides additional recreational opportunities beyond golf, including access to Snowdonia National Park and nearby attractions such as Portmeirion village.