(Kent, UK) 12 June, 2026 – Chart Hills Golf Club has been selected by The R&A as one of sixteen venues across Great Britain and Ireland to host Regional Qualifying for The 154th Open, further underlining the Kent venue’s growing reputation as one of England’s leading championship courses.

Taking place on 22th June 2026, Regional Qualifying will see amateur and professional golfers compete for a place in Final Qualifying and the opportunity to earn a coveted spot in The Open at Royal Birkdale.

Designed by Sir Nick Faldo, Chart Hills presents a demanding test of golf, combining undulating fairways and strategic bunkering. Renowned for memorable holes including the famous ‘Anaconda’ par 5 5th and island green par 3 17th, the course has established itself as one of England’s most distinctive championship layouts.

The selection by The R&A represents another significant milestone for the club following its return to Golf World’s Top 100 Courses in England ranking after a programme of continued investment over the last few years.

Anthony Tarchetti, General Manager at Chart Hills, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have been selected by The R&A as a Regional Qualifying venue for The 154th Open. To host one of golf’s most prestigious qualifying events is a testament to the quality of the golf course and the hard work of the entire team at Chart Hills.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming competitors from across Great Britain and Ireland and showcasing Chart Hills to some of the game’s most talented amateur and professional golfers.”

The announcement adds to an exciting period for Chart Hills, which continues to strengthen its position among England’s premier golfing destinations. Later this summer, the club will also host the English Legends on the Staysure Legends Tour from 28th to 30th August, welcoming many of the game’s most recognisable names to Kent.

About Chart Hills:

Chart Hills Golf Club is one of England’s leading parkland courses, designed by Sir Nick Faldo and set in the Kent countryside. Ranked in the latest Golf World Top 100 Courses in England, the club has undergone a significant transformation through a multi year investment programme, with recent enhancements including The Loop, a six hole par three course designed by Faldo, a new 668 square metre putting green, sandcapped fairways delivering consistent year round conditions, and a full renovation of all 72 tee boxes on the Championship course.

Known for bold architecture and standout holes such as the par five fifth The Anaconda and the island par three 17th, Chart Hills also offers boutique on site accommodation at The Barn and unique Stay and Play packages.