Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Alston Moor Golf Club

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Alston, Cumbria, England

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Alston Moor (Alternate Tees), identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.

Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.

Skill Distribution

Scoring 35%Distance Control 22%Precision 21%Accuracy 12%Trajectory 8%

Handicap Performance Insights

The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.

13.8

Average HCP

7.5

Minimum HCP

24.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Y Area

Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range30 min

Driver | 5 Ball Flights Challenge

Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Alston Moor (Alternate Tees).

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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secretary@alstonmoorgolfclub.org.uk

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Facilities

✓Driving Range

✓Putting Green

✓Chipping Green

✓Practice Bunker

✓Motor Cart

✓Pull Cart

✓Golf Clubs Rental

✗Club Fitting

✓Pro Shop

✓Golf Lessons

✗Caddie Hire

✓Restaurant

✓Reception Hall

✓Changing Room

✓Lockers

✗Lodging on Site

Location

The Hermitage, Middleton Road

Course Description

Alston Moor Golf Club is a historic 18-hole golf course located near Alston in Cumbria, England, set within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It offers a challenging route across 132 acres of parkland with spectacular views and is noted as England’s highest golf course at 1,476 feet. The club welcomes players of all abilities and also hosts weddings, family gatherings, and events in its function rooms, with opportunities for stargazing events in collaboration with local partners. The site emphasizes a friendly, community atmosphere and a picturesque setting that attracts both golfers and visitors alike.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1905

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)

We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.

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Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills

Precision27%

Dispersion19%

Distance Control16%

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Alston Moor (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Stick Every High Flop To Green

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Beat streaks, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Scoring34%

Alignment17%

Distance Control16%

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Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in

Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Accuracy34%

Distance Control23%

Alignment20%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy22%

Alignment17%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization22%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Avoid trouble: set up par or birdie with your driver

Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision15%

Distance Control13%

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Precision Long Irons

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring31%

Distance Control16%

Precision15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Alston Moor (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.

What features make Alston Moor (Alternate Tees) strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.

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