Royal Birkdale offers membership at competitive rates for golf enthusiasts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Royal Birkdale, hosting its 11th Open Championship, has a membership initiation fee of £6,600 and annual dues of £2,200. Compared to initiation fees at U.S. golf clubs, this cost is lower. Membership is currently full, with new applicants needing sponsorship from existing members and undergoing a vetting process that assesses both golfing ability and social compatibility.
- •Royal Birkdale charges £6,600 for initiation and £2,200 annually.
- •Green fees range from £450 to £495, with high visitor demand.
- •Membership is full with no waiting list; sponsorship is required.
- •Prospective members face a vetting process involving current members.
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — Royal Birkdale membership fees: How much it costs to join the Open Championship host club
"Joining Royal Birkdale costs relatively little.
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