62% match
For Red tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Scoring41%
Aim11%
Dispersion10%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Alton Golf Club (1000350)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
217
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Alton Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Alton, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 22%Precision 19%Aim 16%Dispersion 14%
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.
17.4
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
31.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Alton
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.</p>
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Alton.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
Old Odiham Rd, Alton GU34 4BU, UK
Course Description
Alton Golf Club is a historic 9-hole golf course located in North-East Hampshire, United Kingdom. Founded in 1908, the par-68 parkland layout spans 5,622 yards and was crafted by famed course designer James Braid, offering a thoughtful mix of holes with scenic Hampshire countryside views. The club promotes value-for-money memberships and welcomes both visitors and members to enjoy its greens, practice facilities, and social facilities. Alton Golf Club emphasizes a traditional golfing experience for players of varying levels, within the Hampshire region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1908
Google Reviews
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⭐4.6(97 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Alton, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant par four tests where tee accuracy unlocks short approaches for birdies, but par threes and elevated bogey rating pile on iron and putt risks for steady scoring.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 685753 yards5261 metersCR 68.2Bogey 89.4Slope 114
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 43.8 · Slope 110
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 287 | 374 | 180 | 471 | 184 | 308 | 376 | 366 | 421 | 2967 | 236 | 354 | 128 | 456 | 182 | 315 | 360 | 363 | 392 | 2786 | 5753 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715340 yards4883 metersCR 71.2Bogey 100.2Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.4 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 49.8 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 287 | 296 | 128 | 423 | 174 | 267 | 369 | 352 | 391 | 2687 | 236 | 296 | 128 | 440 | 178 | 250 | 356 | 352 | 417 | 2653 | 5340 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715753 yards5261 metersCR 73.8Bogey 104.0Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 52.7 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.3 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 287 | 374 | 180 | 471 | 184 | 308 | 376 | 366 | 421 | 2967 | 236 | 354 | 128 | 456 | 182 | 315 | 360 | 363 | 392 | 2786 | 5753 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715652 yards5168 metersCR 73.4Bogey 102.8Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.2 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.6 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 370 | 176 | 468 | 180 | 292 | 371 | 362 | 416 | 2915 | 232 | 351 | 125 | 452 | 178 | 303 | 356 | 352 | 388 | 2737 | 5652 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Alton
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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Showing 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile70% match
For Red tees
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Dispersion24%
Aim18%
64% match
For Red tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
71% match
For Red tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Precision16%
Distance Control15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Alton
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Alton. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get Started74% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
53% match
For Red tees
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Aim24%
Scoring23%
73% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control39%
Dispersion15%
Scoring12%
80% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Aim20%
Distance Control20%
Precision19%
71% match
For Red tees
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Aim25%
Distance Control20%
76% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
59% match
For Red tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Alignment17%
Distance Control15%
61% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy12%
70% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Aim21%
Distance Control16%
42% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
49% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
65% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision15%
Alignment14%
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Get Started55% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control24%
Scoring21%
50% match
For White tees
Match plan to shot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control30%
Visualization25%
41% match
For White tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
78% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
78% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
59% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment24%
Aim15%
66% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy16%
Scoring14%
69% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Precision23%
Dispersion13%
56% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring17%
Distance Control13%
67% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision24%
Alignment15%
66% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Alignment22%
Scoring21%
54% match
For White tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control17%
Scoring16%
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Get Started89% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring22%
Precision18%
32% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring31%
Visualization14%
86% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
55% match
For Yellow tees
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min6 HCP4 drills
Aim29%
Scoring29%
Precision16%
37% match
For Yellow tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
78% match
For Yellow tees
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Trajectory18%
Precision18%
77% match
For Yellow tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
Aim20%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
49% match
For Yellow tees
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
68% match
For White tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control22%
Alignment22%
Aim20%
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Get Started51% match
For White tees
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy26%
Precision11%
56% match
For White tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control28%
Visualization20%
67% match
For White tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
43% match
For White tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
41% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
42% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
49% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
78% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim22%
Scoring21%
59% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy20%
Distance Control20%
Precision17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Alton
Get answers to common questions about playing Alton and what to expect.
How difficult is Alton for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Alton challenges consistency. The 128.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 73.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Alton?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5546 yards. The back tees extend to 5753.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Alton?
With a course rating of 73.8 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 Alton and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5753.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Alton and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Alton strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 5753.0 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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