66% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Barshaw
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
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
Barshaw Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Barshaw, 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 23%Aim 17%Precision 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
20.2
Average HCP
11.9
Minimum HCP
34.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Barshaw
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Barshaw.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
am-serv.es@renfrewshire.gov.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
Barshaw Park, 176A Glasgow Rd, Paisley PA1 3LT, UK
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Opened
1912
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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 Barshaw, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow (Provisional)
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating pressure from short par fours testing iron placement and quick saves, with longer ones raising distance risks on key holes. Bogey threats build steadily across nines via subtle slope shifts.
W
White 2011 Tee
Gender: MalePar 685681 yards5195 metersCR 67.5Bogey 87.4Slope 107
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 44.2 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 43.2 · Slope 105
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 3 | — | 12 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 206 | 377 | 295 | 121 | 461 | 316 | 291 | 445 | 2875 | 306 | 240 | 358 | 361 | 309 | 288 | 280 | 234 | 430 | 2806 | 5681 |
Y
Yellow 2011 Tee
Gender: MalePar 665191 yards4747 metersCR 65.2Bogey 84.0Slope 102
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 42.8 · Slope 106
Back Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 41.2 · Slope 98
| 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 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 3 | — | 12 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 348 | 169 | 369 | 228 | 112 | 443 | 301 | 275 | 429 | 2674 | 286 | 187 | 326 | 354 | 291 | 280 | 240 | 174 | 379 | 2517 | 5191 |
Y
Yellow (Provisional) Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735703 yards5215 metersCR 73.0Bogey 100.5Slope 117
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 50.3 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 50.2 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 208 | 380 | 295 | 118 | 460 | 321 | 285 | 448 | 2878 | 312 | 243 | 356 | 364 | 313 | 289 | 281 | 234 | 433 | 2825 | 5703 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Barshaw
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 profile74% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision19%
Accuracy12%
78% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring26%
Accuracy13%
58% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills
Mechanics23%
Trajectory22%
Distance Control19%
11 Week Flagship Program for Barshaw
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Barshaw. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Control the arc: launch and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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61% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
51% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
72% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Control mid iron rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min12 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring19%
Dispersion16%
73% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
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Get Started68% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy18%
Alignment17%
68% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Make par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy27%
Alignment16%
Scoring16%
58% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment25%
Accuracy22%
73% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control22%
Precision17%
62% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control28%
Alignment17%
74% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim14%
Dispersion14%
59% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment18%
Distance Control15%
75% match
For Yellow (Provisional) tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring15%
Accuracy15%
26% match
For White 2011 tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
53% match
For White 2011 tees
Beat streaks, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy24%
Aim7%
39% match
For White 2011 tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
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Get Started66% match
For White 2011 tees
Square up, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills
Alignment27%
Scoring25%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For White 2011 tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
49% match
For White 2011 tees
Control driver arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP5 drills
Trajectory33%
Mechanics18%
Scoring17%
76% match
For White 2011 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring19%
Aim16%
67% match
For White 2011 tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy25%
Scoring23%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For White 2011 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
61% match
For White 2011 tees
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment20%
Precision13%
67% match
For White 2011 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control23%
Scoring11%
66% match
For White 2011 tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim23%
Alignment16%
Dispersion14%
70% match
For White 2011 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring22%
Accuracy22%
58% match
For White 2011 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP3 drills
Distance Control31%
Dispersion18%
Precision17%
60% match
For White 2011 tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy21%
Alignment18%
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Get Started72% match
For White 2011 tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control27%
Aim15%
42% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
26% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
78% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
Precision19%
77% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control24%
Aim16%
74% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring18%
Alignment15%
45% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
Trajectory15%
71% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Precision16%
Distance Control11%
34% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
55% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Aim30%
Alignment19%
73% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Accuracy18%
Precision16%
68% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started66% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Approach from hazards, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring25%
Alignment11%
65% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Precision27%
Aim20%
Distance Control16%
66% match
For Yellow 2011 tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring23%
Alignment18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Barshaw
Get answers to common questions about playing Barshaw and what to expect.
How difficult is Barshaw for mid-handicap golfers?
Barshaw is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 117.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 73.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Barshaw?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5447 yards. The back tees extend to 5703.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Barshaw?
With a course rating of 73.0 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Barshaw and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5703.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Barshaw and how should I play it?
Barshaw 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 Barshaw strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 117.0 and yardage reaching 5703.0 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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