Through 2017 , it is the only time the championship has been played outside England or Scotland .
The 1951 Open Championship was the 80th Open Championship , held 4 -- 6 July at Royal Portrush Golf Club in County Antrim , Northern Ireland .
Through 2017 , 1951 Open Championship is the only time the championship has been played outside England or Scotland .
The 1951 Open Championship was the 80th Open Championship , held 4 -- 6 July at Royal Portrush Golf Club in County Antrim , Northern Ireland .