Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bude and North Cornwall Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Bude & North Cornwall Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bude & North Cornwall, 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%Distance Control 23%Precision 21%Aim 15%Dispersion 14%
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
Average HCP
11.2
Minimum HCP
34.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Bude & North Cornwall
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Flop | 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 flop shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Bude & North Cornwall.
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
Burn View
Course Description
Bude and North Cornwall Golf Club is a seaside links golf course in Bude, Cornwall, offering a traditional, undulating layout with coast views and classic blind shots. Visitors and societies are welcome year-round, with facilities including a public clubhouse serving food and beverages and a catering package option. The club emphasizes open competitions, member bookings via external portals, and tuition from golf professionals. It operates in the coastal town of Bude, providing a historic golfing venue in southwest England.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Opened
1891
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bude & North Cornwall
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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% match to course practice profileLand 2 feet from pin, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills
Precision27%
Scoring23%
Aim20%
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Get StartedThread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion13%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
14 Week Flagship Program for Bude & North Cornwall
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bude & North Cornwall. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 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≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim19%
Alignment16%
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Precision22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control19%
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Scoring35%
Alignment17%
Accuracy14%
Set a target, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Scoring22%
Distance Control17%
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
Accuracy16%
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control32%
Visualization24%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control15%
Precision15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Bude & North Cornwall
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Bude & North Cornwall
Get answers to common questions about playing Bude & North Cornwall and what to expect.
How difficult is Bude & North Cornwall for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Bude & North Cornwall technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bude & North Cornwall?
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 Bude & North Cornwall?
With a course rating of 70 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 Bude & North Cornwall 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 Bude & North Cornwall and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links 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 Bude & North Cornwall 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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