The field consisted of the leading 11 in the 1937 Harry Vardon Trophy standings together with Percy Alliss who had won the 1937 News of the World Matchplay.
The Harry Vardon Trophy standings were based on the average score in major stroke play events during the season.
[1] Final table The event was held at Little Aston Golf Club in Sutton Coldfield, Staffordshire from 12–17 June.
The field consisted of the defending champion, Percy Alliss and the leading 11 in the 1938 Harry Vardon Trophy standings.
As in 1937 the Harry Vardon Trophy standings were based on the average score in major stroke play events during the season.