The fourth Solheim Cup took place from 20 September to 22 September 1996 at St. Pierre Hotel & Country Club, Chepstow, Wales.

The first period, on Friday morning, was four rounds of foursomes.

This schedule was repeated on the Saturday morning and afternoon.

The four periods on Friday and Saturday accounted for 16 points.

The final 12 points were decided in a round of singles matchplay, in which all 24 players (12 from each team) took part.