Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Andover Golf Club (1000441)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
37
37 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
158
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
Andover Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Andover, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Andover
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Andover.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
secretary@andovergolfclub.co.uk
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Facilities
Location
51 Winchester Rd, Andover SP10 2EF, UK
Course Description
Andover Golf Club Limited is a recreational facility located in Andover, United Kingdom. It offers a variety of golfing services and amenities to members and visitors, promoting sports and leisure activities in a scenic environment.
golf • recreational facilities • sports • leisure • membership • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
J.H. Taylor
Opened
1907
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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 Andover, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 43.8 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.2 · Slope 119
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 290 | 280 | 376 | 440 | 308 | 172 | 442 | 358 | 225 | 2891 | 502 | 280 | 367 | 440 | 308 | 435 | 320 | 203 | 350 | 3205 | 6096 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.1 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.5 · Slope 116
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 276 | 267 | 355 | 427 | 295 | 162 | 427 | 350 | 201 | 2760 | 496 | 267 | 355 | 427 | 295 | 425 | 317 | 190 | 341 | 3113 | 5873 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 49.1 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.0 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 276 | 267 | 355 | 427 | 295 | 119 | 420 | 317 | 184 | 2660 | 425 | 267 | 355 | 427 | 295 | 420 | 317 | 190 | 280 | 2976 | 5636 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Andover
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 37 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on positive outcomes, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedApproach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Andover
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Andover. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Sink All Long Putts
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set up for high shot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Andover
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Andover
Get answers to common questions about playing Andover and what to expect.
How difficult is Andover for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Andover technically exacting. The 114.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Andover?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5866 yards. The back tees extend to 6096.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Andover?
With a course rating of 68.8 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Andover and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6096.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Andover 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 Andover strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 114.0 and yardage reaching 6096.0 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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