Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Baker Hill Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
178
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
Baker Hill Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Baker Hill Golf Club, 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 Baker Hill Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
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.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driver | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Baker Hill Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
mark.ashton@bakerhill.org
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Facilities
Location
101 Baker Hill Rd, Newbury, NH 03255, USA
Course Description
Baker Hill Golf Club is a premier golf destination located near Lake Sunapee in Newbury, New Hampshire. The 18-hole championship course was designed by renowned architect Rees Jones and opened in 1998, offering scenic upland terrain and views. The club emphasizes a high-quality golfing experience with playing yards ranging from about 4,300 to 7,200, catering to players of all levels. Visitors can access information on guest policies and events from the club’s site, with contact details and location readily available.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Rees Jones
Opened
2001
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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 Baker Hill Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Black Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 49.1 · Slope 140
Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 50.1 · Slope 139
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 7 | — | 6 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 405 | 527 | 198 | 524 | 174 | 409 | 332 | 347 | 387 | 3303 | 448 | 560 | 388 | 462 | 180 | 483 | 358 | 178 | 400 | 3457 | 6760 |
Black/White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.3 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.4 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 7 | — | 6 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 377 | 527 | 198 | 468 | 174 | 409 | 332 | 347 | 373 | 3205 | 397 | 500 | 370 | 429 | 180 | 483 | 358 | 178 | 364 | 3259 | 6464 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 51.2 · Slope 147
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 51.6 · Slope 146
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 7 | — | 6 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 432 | 555 | 219 | 546 | 195 | 434 | 332 | 369 | 415 | 3497 | 472 | 588 | 429 | 493 | 194 | 504 | 377 | 198 | 419 | 3674 | 7171 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Baker Hill Golf Club
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand inside 2 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSet up par or better, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Baker Hill Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Baker Hill Golf Club. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPractice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Baker Hill Golf Club
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 Baker Hill Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Baker Hill Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Baker Hill Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Baker Hill Golf Club technically exacting. Its 147.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 75.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Baker Hill Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6818 yards. The back tees extend to 7171.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Baker Hill Golf Club?
With a course rating of 75.5 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Baker Hill Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 7171.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Baker Hill Golf Club and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Baker Hill Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 147.0 and yardage reaching 7171.0 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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