The micropub on the doorstep of one of the world's greatest events

The 154th Open has arrived at Royal Birkdale17:50, 15 Jul 2026A Merseyside venue has welcomed hundreds of visitors so far this week. The Grasshopper in Hillside is on the doorstep of Royal Birkdale, where all eyes are on the golf course for one of the most prestigious sporting events in the world. Gates opened earlier this week for the 154th Open.‌After practice days this week, the official championship gets underway on Thursday, July 16 with some of the biggest names in the sport. Those taking part include Southport's own Tommy Fleetwood as well as global legends Rory McIlroy and defending champion Scottie Scheffler.‌Thousands of golf fans have flooded into nearby towns, with hundreds of thousands of people expected over the course of the week.‌Married couple Katherine and Phillip Harvey