Practice Programs

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Total Programs

13 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 , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Lost Farm (Alternate) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lost Farm (Alternate), 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 39%Precision 21%Distance Control 15%Aim 13%Accuracy 10%

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.

17.1

Average HCP

8.3

Minimum HCP

30.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lost Farm (Alternate)

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

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.

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lost Farm (Alternate).

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

425 Waterhouse Road

Course Description

Two world top-100 rated links golf courses, a 14-hole short course, accommodation and dining facilities located on the pristine coastline of north east Tasmania.The Dunes, Barnbougle's original course, is a Links Golf Course unlike any other in Australia. Meandering along Tasmania's dramatic North East coast, it's where breathtaking scenery and thrilling golf truly come together.The recipient of global accolades, Barnbougle Dunes was designed by U.S Golf visionary Tom Doak and Australian Mike Clayton to channel the traditional links courses of Scotland and Ireland. Golf at the Dunes is a game of strategy, where each shot requires tactical thought and a little creativity can be rewarding.Just a short pitching wedge across the river from The Dunes, lies Barnbougle's second instalment – Lost Farm. Despite Lost Farm's close proximity to The Dunes, Lost Farm is remarkably different, featuring 20-holes that wind along the coast and through the coastal dunes.Officially opened on 10 December 2010, Lost Farm was designed by world-renowned US golf course design company Coore & Crenshaw. Also rated in the top 100 courses in the world, Lost Farm has captured the interest from golfers around the globe.Set atop the dramatic sand dunes behind Lost Farm, Bougle Run, is the 14-hole short course at Barnbougle. Also designed by internationally acclaimed Golf Architect Bill Coore, Bougle Run's 14 holes consist of 12 par-3's and two par 4's which sit on the tall, undulating coastal dunes between Lost Farm's front and back 9.The route, which includes some of the highest points of the entire Barnbougle complex, is set slightly back from the coastline, providing aerial-like views over the Lost Farm Course and Anderson's Bay.A fun, challenging addition to Barnbougle's two world top 100 courses, Bougle Run is designed for golfers of all abilities and the perfect option to sate your golf appetite in just 90 minutes.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw

Opened

2010

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lost Farm (Alternate)

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Precision18%

Aim15%

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Focus On Green Reading

Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Fly out and stop close, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min27 HCP3 drills

Scoring34%

Aim32%

Dispersion13%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Turn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Aim17%

Alignment14%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Lost Farm (Alternate)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lost Farm (Alternate). 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Mechanics18%

Trajectory17%

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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Vary landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control31%

Visualization21%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Save par, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Scoring46%

Aim15%

Alignment12%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Lost Farm (Alternate)

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Lost Farm (Alternate)

Get answers to common questions about playing Lost Farm (Alternate) and what to expect.

How difficult is Lost Farm (Alternate) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Lost Farm (Alternate) 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 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lost Farm (Alternate)?

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 Lost Farm (Alternate)?

With a course rating of 70 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 Lost Farm (Alternate) 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 Lost Farm (Alternate) and how should I play it?

Lost Farm (Alternate) is designed as a Links 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 Lost Farm (Alternate) 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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