78% match
For Red 2019 tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision26%
Aim23%
Distance Control17%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ampleforth College Golf Club (1000425)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
30
30 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
135
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
Ampleforth College Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ampleforth College, 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
Precision 22%Distance Control 21%Aim 21%Scoring 21%Alignment 13%
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.
20.1
Average HCP
11.8
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ampleforth College
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Backswing
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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 | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ampleforth College.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
sec@ampleforthgolf.co.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
Holly Tree House, York YO62 5XY, UK
Course Description
Gilling Castle Golf Club is a relaxed, family-friendly golf venue located in the grounds of Gilling Castle at Gilling Park. The course features a short but challenging nine-hole layout that welcomes players of all levels, with a pay-and-play policy and no need to book ahead. The club emphasizes a casual dress code, dog-friendly grounds, and ongoing events such as coaching sessions and social activities. Visitors can explore the course, stay-and-play options, and learn about coaching and ladies’ programs on site.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
34
Type
Parkland
Opened
1960
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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 Ampleforth College, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red 2019
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course repeats short par four tee choices where control avoids bogey traps and many par threes test iron carry to greens safely.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 685412 yards4949 metersCR 66.9Bogey 90.2Slope 126
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 45.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 45.1 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 156 | 316 | 497 | 381 | 300 | 165 | 170 | 351 | 2691 | 387 | 183 | 307 | 503 | 355 | 277 | 165 | 181 | 363 | 2721 | 5412 |
R
Red 2019 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705075 yards4641 metersCR 70.7Bogey 100.1Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 50.0 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 50.1 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 351 | 120 | 293 | 449 | 377 | 287 | 158 | 166 | 326 | 2527 | 380 | 147 | 293 | 449 | 347 | 269 | 158 | 176 | 329 | 2548 | 5075 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ampleforth College
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 30 Programs
% match to course practice profile73% match
For Red 2019 tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision18%
Aim17%
48% match
For Red 2019 tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
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Get Started54% match
For Red 2019 tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
15 Week Flagship Program for Ampleforth College
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ampleforth College. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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76% match
For Red 2019 tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control19%
Precision19%
Alignment16%
54% match
For Red 2019 tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Precision23%
Scoring21%
Visualization15%
70% match
For Red 2019 tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim32%
Scoring26%
Distance Control13%
67% match
For Red 2019 tees
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Precision26%
Accuracy12%
66% match
For Red 2019 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
55% match
For Red 2019 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Distance Control39%
Alignment19%
Accuracy10%
80% match
For Red 2019 tees
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision27%
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
78% match
For Red 2019 tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Alignment23%
Scoring15%
64% match
For Red 2019 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control20%
Scoring16%
72% match
For Red 2019 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim17%
Precision14%
46% match
For Red 2019 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment21%
Accuracy16%
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Get Started63% match
For Red 2019 tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control28%
Trajectory17%
66% match
For White tees
Treat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
69% match
For White tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision24%
Dispersion16%
21% match
For White tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
61% match
For White tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision27%
Aim17%
Trajectory14%
50% match
For White tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
48% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
84% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Aim25%
Distance Control18%
61% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control21%
Scoring20%
68% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim26%
Precision19%
Distance Control15%
67% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Aim28%
Scoring23%
Alignment16%
79% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Scoring17%
Alignment16%
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Get Started50% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring25%
Distance Control15%
70% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
Aim14%
57% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP7 drills
Scoring32%
Alignment26%
Aim17%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Ampleforth College
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ampleforth College
Get answers to common questions about playing Ampleforth College and what to expect.
How difficult is Ampleforth College for mid-handicap golfers?
Ampleforth College is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 126.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 66.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 34.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ampleforth College?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5244 yards. The back tees extend to 5412.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Ampleforth College?
With a course rating of 66.9 and par 34, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 34 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Ampleforth College and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5412.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Ampleforth College and how should I play it?
Ampleforth College 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 Ampleforth College strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 126.0 and yardage reaching 5412.0 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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