Spectator Information / Spectator Facilities

Official Programmes

Programmes may be purchased from kiosks at the Championship. In addition, they will be available by post from Friday 11 July 2008. Ring Freephone number 0808 100 7377 with your credit or debit card details. Alternatively, you can order on the internet from www.opengolf.com or www.pplsport.com.

Left Luggage Facilities

There will be several complimentary left luggage facilities located throughout the Tented Village, operated on a first come, first served basis. Please note that security bag searches may be in operation.

Information Centre

The Championship Information Centre, situated within the Tented Village, can offer assistance with travel and general enquiries, including information about The Open 2009 at Turnberry.

Grandstand Facilities

Approximately 17,000 seats are located around the course and at the Practice Ground. Please note that smoking and alcohol is not permitted on grandstands.

Scoreboards

A comprehensive service throughout the course and Tented Village will keep spectators fully informed.

Large Screens

Keep up-to-date with the action on the large screen located in the Tented Village.

Junior Golf Tent


Free golf lessons from PGA professionals will be available for those aged under 16.

Autographs

To help create a more orderly environment for those seeking autographs and to assist players, one specific area has been designated for signing autographs. Spectators should not ask players for autographs outwith this area.

Facilities for the Disabled

Viewing facilities have been set aside at a number of greens for those in wheelchairs and disabled toilets with ramps are located as near as possible to these areas. Please go to www.opengolf.com or contact The R&A Ticket Office (01334 460000) for further information.

Access to the Course

Spectators can move freely around the golf course but please stay outside the ropes. Controlled crossing points which are clearly marked by yellow signposts should be used when crossing fairways.


Medical and First Aid

Full medical and first aid facilities will be available at several points around the course and in the Tented Village.

On course Pharmacy

Can supply – sunscreen, footcare products etc

Shop

Can supply – Newspapers, confectionery etc

Catering Facilities

There are many licensed catering points both on course and within the Tented Village, including the Bollinger Tent

Creche Facility

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide this facility for children of the general public given the size of the expected crowd.

Banking Service

The Royal Bank of Scotland, Patron of The Open Championship, will be providing comprehensive banking service, including Cashline (ATM) facilities. At the Championship, they make no charge for cashing personal cheques of customers of other UK banks when the cheque is supported by an appropriate Cheque Guarantee Card.

Binoculars

Nikon is a Patron of The Open Championship and a full range of binoculars is available for sale or hire from the Nikon Marquee in the Tented Village.

Official Merchandise

The Pavilion will provide a comprehensive range including menswear, ladieswear, outerwear, headwear, golf accessories and kidswear. All products are officially approved and will carry The Open 2008 logo. Bag drop, onward shipping and VAT refund facilities will be available.

Exhibition

The latest golf equipment and popular golf holiday destinations will be displayed by the leading companies in the golf and travel industry.

Gate opening times

Approximate daily opening times:
Sunday 13 July ............. 9.00 a.m.
Monday 14 July............. 7.00 a.m.
Tuesday 15 July............ 7.00 a.m.
Wednesday 16 July ...... 7.00 a.m.
Thursday 17 July .......... 6.15 a.m.
Friday 18 July .............. 6.15 a.m.
Saturday 19 July .......... 8.00 a.m.
Sunday 20 July ............ 7.00 a.m.

Hours of Play

Daily starting times are as follows:
(* Denotes approximate times)

Sunday 13 to Wednesday 16 July
Players practising throughout the day. Information will be available at www.opengolf.com and will be displayed on Practice Starting Times boards.

Thursday 17 July
First Tee Time............ 6.30 a.m.
Last Tee Time............ 4.21 p.m.

Friday 18 July
First Tee Time............ 6.30 a.m.
Last Tee Time............ 4.21 p.m.

Saturday 19 July
*First Tee Time............ 9.30 a.m.
Last Tee Time............ 3.30 p.m.

Sunday 20 July
*First Tee Time............ 8.30 a.m.
Last Tee Time............ 2.30 p.m.



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1Padraig HARRINGTON18-7
2Sergio GARCIA18-7
3Andres ROMERO18-6
T4Richard GREEN18-5
T4Ernie ELS18-5
T6Hunter MAHAN18-4
T6Stewart CINK18-4
T8Ben CURTIS18-3
T8Mike WEIR18-3
T8KJ CHOI18-3