| UK Open Qualifier 2 | |
|---|---|
| Tournament information | |
| Dates | Sunday 27 February |
| Venue | Metrodome |
| Location | Barnsley |
| Country | England |
| Organisation(s) | PDC |
| Format | Best of 11 legs |
| Prize fund | £34,600 |
| Winner's share | £6,000 |
| Champion(s) | |
 Michael Smith | |
The 2011 UK Open Qualifier 2 was the second of eight 2011 UK Open Darts Qualifiers which was held at the Metrodome in Barnsley on Sunday 27 February.
| Stage | Prize money (Total-£34,600) |
|---|---|
| Winner | £6,000 |
| Runner Up | £3,000 |
| Semi Final | £2,000 |
| Quarter Final | £1,000 |
| Fourth Round | £600 |
| Third Round | £400 |
| Second Round | £200 |
| First Round | £0 |
| Preliminary Round | £0 |
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