Garry Readett Open Fourball

Description

The Garry Readett Open Fourball takes place at Blackburn Golf Club on June 27, 2026. This men's event features a fourball format with Stableford scoring, offering competitors an engaging team competition combining alternate shot play with individual point accumulation.

Blackburn Golf Club

Lancashire, United Kingdom

Blackburn Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland course located near Blackburn, Lancashire, approximately 6 miles from Junction 31 of the M6 and 3 miles from Junction 6 of the M65. The course measures 6,144 yards at par 71 from the white tees for men, and 5,364 yards at par 73 for ladies. Set in an undulating landscape, the course offers outstanding views of the Pennine Hills and the Fylde coast. The parkland setting provides an inland alternative to links golf, with well-maintained fairways and greens presented in good condition throughout. The course is described as a fair and enjoyable test for golfers of all ability levels, featuring challenging holes with varied terrain. The club welcomes both members and visitors, with experienced pro shop staff and first-class catering facilities. The course has a history dating back to when the original layout featured pastoral surroundings with grazing sheep and cattle. Today's course represents a significant evolution, offering a welcoming and well-organized golfing experience in the Lancashire hills.