38% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Berkhamsted Golf Club (1001435)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Berkhamsted Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Berkhamsted, 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 24%Scoring 21%Aim 20%Precision 20%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.
19.4
Average HCP
11.1
Minimum HCP
33.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Berkhamsted
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
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 Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Berkhamsted.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
steve@berkhamstedgc.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
The Common, Berkhamsted HP4 2QB, UK
Course Description
Berkhamsted Golf Course sits in an area of oustanding natural beauty, its fairways flanked by gorse, heather and trees.There are no man-made bunkers here and only natural hazards which provide a unique challenge that over the years has tested the best amateurs and club golfers alike. If you enjoy beautiful countryside and a great test of golf, you will love playing at Berkhamsted.Berkhamsted Golf Club is a member's club which combines traditions with a modern outlook.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1890
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(165 reviews)
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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 Berkhamsted, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow 2015
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant pressure from short par fours needing spot-on drives for wedge birdie setups, while par fives build risk through layup picks that can turn pars into bogeys on the tougher back nine.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735074 yards4640 metersCR 70.2Bogey 97.9Slope 117
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.0 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.9 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 153 | 455 | 301 | 273 | 293 | 137 | 371 | 294 | 268 | 2545 | 269 | 108 | 311 | 406 | 118 | 346 | 446 | 311 | 214 | 2529 | 5074 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735765 yards5272 metersCR 73.8Bogey 104.9Slope 132
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.0 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.9 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 170 | 504 | 350 | 320 | 297 | 142 | 466 | 335 | 316 | 2900 | 294 | 125 | 362 | 423 | 135 | 392 | 488 | 342 | 304 | 2865 | 5765 |
Y
Yellow 2015 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726183 yards5654 metersCR 76.2Bogey 108.3Slope 136
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 54.0 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 54.3 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 194 | 540 | 387 | 337 | 330 | 157 | 489 | 360 | 348 | 3142 | 308 | 141 | 378 | 435 | 164 | 393 | 510 | 383 | 329 | 3041 | 6183 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Berkhamsted
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started79% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision30%
Aim29%
Dispersion17%
74% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion16%
12 Week Flagship Program for Berkhamsted
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Berkhamsted. 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
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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57% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Consistent mid iron length, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring28%
Trajectory20%
20% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
70% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Dial in aim, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Scoring21%
Alignment16%
67% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Advantage from tee, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring21%
Trajectory20%
Distance Control16%
74% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring21%
Alignment17%
68% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy17%
Precision15%
65% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
77% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control21%
Aim14%
56% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Alignment32%
Aim30%
Scoring24%
53% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy24%
Scoring15%
Distance Control13%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started73% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring18%
Trajectory13%
89% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Scoring22%
Aim21%
44% match
For Red tees
Pitch close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring22%
Alignment16%
51% match
For Red tees
Work together for contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment28%
Aim16%
72% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Aim34%
Precision19%
Dispersion16%
46% match
For Red tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
63% match
For Red tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
56% match
For Red tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Dispersion29%
Scoring15%
38% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
45% match
For Red tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
74% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Alignment17%
65% match
For Red tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control17%
Scoring14%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started76% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control23%
Aim14%
71% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring41%
Aim23%
Distance Control21%
79% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Distance Control26%
Scoring14%
73% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision19%
Scoring17%
65% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Trajectory16%
82% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Aim20%
Distance Control19%
59% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Alignment20%
Aim17%
56% match
For Blue tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
67% match
For Blue tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim26%
Accuracy26%
Scoring22%
37% match
For Blue tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy35%
Green Reading8%
56% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment13%
Scoring12%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started80% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control22%
Precision18%
43% match
For Blue tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
46% match
For Blue tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
66% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Aim27%
Alignment16%
64% match
For Blue tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy23%
Aim21%
Distance Control16%
76% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
61% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Aim27%
Dispersion19%
70% match
For Blue tees
Check setup, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Alignment22%
Distance Control21%
Scoring14%
88% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
57% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy23%
Scoring20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Berkhamsted
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 Berkhamsted
Get answers to common questions about playing Berkhamsted and what to expect.
How difficult is Berkhamsted for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Berkhamsted challenges consistency. The 136.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 76.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Berkhamsted?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5628 yards. The back tees extend to 6183.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Berkhamsted?
With a course rating of 76.2 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Berkhamsted and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6183.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Berkhamsted 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 Berkhamsted strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6183.0 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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