Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Barnham Broom Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

19 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 , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Valley Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Valley, 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 25%Precision 24%Distance Control 19%Aim 16%Dispersion 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.

13.6

Average HCP

7.4

Minimum HCP

25.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Valley

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

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.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Valley.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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enquiry@barnham-broom.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

Bell Road

Course Description

Ideally located on the outskirts of Norwich, Norfolk, Barnham Broom is set in 300 acres of beautiful countryside. The hotel offers 46 comfortable, stylish bedrooms including 2 beautiful Suites. Enjoy classic dining in the Brasserie Restaurant or a more relaxed experience the Sport Bar.Barnham Broom is also home to 2 contrasting Golf Courses with an expert team to guide you. The Spa and Leisure Centre combine to give you the perfect relaxing break or day out.Barnham Broom Hotel expertly caters for all events and conferences. With ample space for 160 delegates with a wide range of facilities which makes business a pleasure. The perfect setting for a fabulous wedding in a country setting.Home to two of Norfolk's finest golf courses, Barnham Broom offers a fantastic experience for golfers of all levels and has a great range of corporate golf packages available, which are perfect for Golf Days and helping to establish strong relationships with clients. The hotel itself offers 46 stylish hotel rooms. All of Barnham Broom's rooms offer comfortable, luxurious accommodation for each and every guest.Should you wish to treat yourself or your clients to an invigorating facial, massage, manicure or pedicure, our relaxing Spa is the perfect retreat. All of our hotel guests also have full access to our Health and Fitness facilities, including gym and heated indoor swimming pool.The dedicated and experienced team at Barnham Broom strives to go above and beyond and can offer a truly excellent experience for you and your clients.We look forward to welcoming you to Barnham Broom soon.For more information, visit our website www.barnham-broom.co.uk or call 01603 759393.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Frank Pennink

Opened

1977

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Valley

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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Control Distance

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Precision from tough lie, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min9 HCP8 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control19%

Dispersion17%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Scoring23%

Distance Control20%

Aim15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Valley

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Valley. 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.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin

Thread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP8 drills

Precision33%

Scoring18%

Mechanics11%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Stop Missing Short Putts

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills

Distance Control23%

Precision21%

Dispersion15%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Precision23%

Scoring18%

Distance Control18%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control29%

Visualization22%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control39%

Alignment19%

Precision18%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Set a target, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Aim28%

Precision16%

Scoring15%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring25%

Precision18%

Dispersion15%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision32%

Aim18%

Trajectory15%

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Short Iron Distance Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Valley

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 Valley

Get answers to common questions about playing Valley and what to expect.

How difficult is Valley for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Valley challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Valley?

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 Valley?

With a course rating of 70 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 Valley and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Valley 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 Valley 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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