The English Senior Men's Open Amateur Stroke Play Championship is open to golfers aged 55 or over on the first day of the championship and is played by 54 holes of stroke play over three days.

18 holes are played on each of the first two days on two courses. After 36 holes the leading 80 competitors and all those tying for 80th place shall play a further 18 holes on the third day at Alwoodley Golf Club.

Set in the picturesque surroundings of Audley End's famous mansion, the Club also boasts superb views over the historic market town of Saffron Walden.

In addition to the outstanding golf course, there is a 140-person capacity clubhouse and bar & catering facility serving freshly cooked homemade food daily and numerous beers and wines.