More detailed information on travel, access and local arrangements will be shared after the first community engagement event on 12 February 2026. Residents will be able to register their interest for the event and receive updates via this link: communitysupport@theopen.com. Additional updates will follow in spring as plans are confirmed with The R&A and partners.
General enquiries can be directed to The R&A via: https://helpcentre.theopen.com/support/tickets/new Community enquiries can also be sent to: communitysupport@theopen.com. In addition, The R&A’s Community Support Lead will hold weekly drop-in sessions starting on Tuesday 20th January, providing an accessible point of contact for local questions. The full schedule will be published shortly.
Some services may operate differently during the Championship period. Any changes will be communicated well in advance through this bulletin, Sefton Council’s website and official social media channels. Further information will also be available at the February and May engagement events
Sefton Council and The R&A are developing a Business Toolkit to help local businesses prepare for the opportunities The Open brings. This will include guidance on training, marketing opportunities, licensing considerations and expected demand periods. Business briefing dates and sign-up details will be shared here in early 2026.
Information on volunteering and recruitment opportunities linked to The Open will be shared once confirmed. Further details will also be posted on The R&A’s official channels and shared through future bulletins.