I’m late to this thread, but since the trip is in 2024, figured I’d add my perspective. England has quickly grown to be my favorite country to visit for golf. There are several regions worthy of their own trip, as others have pointed out.
I did a trip a couple of years ago that ranks among the very best I’ve been on.
Wallasey
Hoylake
Formby
Southport & Ainsdale
Hillside
West Lancs
Formby Ladies
Lytham & St. Anne’s
Birkdale
I enjoyed visiting every club and playing every course, staying one night near Hoylake, and then a week in Southport. Never too much driving, allowing for maximum time playing golf and socializing. If I were to return, I’d gladly revisit every one of these courses, and ideally add St. Anne’s Old and Hesketh, given the chance. In fact, I plan to do just that in the not too distant future.