Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Burslem Golf Club

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Total Programs

14 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Burslem (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Burslem (Alternate Tees), 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 31%Precision 20%Distance Control 19%Dispersion 15%Aim 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.

19.5

Average HCP

10.4

Minimum HCP

31.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Burslem (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Burslem (Alternate Tees).

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

Wood Farm, High Lane, Tunstall

Course Description

Burslem Golf Club is a 9-hole parkland golf course located in Stoke-on-Trent. The club offers a traditional golfing experience with visitor bookings, member benefits, open competitions, and a variety of membership options. It operates from Wood Farm, High Lane, Tunstall, and provides club facilities and events for local golfers and societies. The course status and local rules are published on the site, along with links to the club’s community and governance information.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1907

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.4(124 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Burslem (Alternate Tees)

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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Pace Putts To Hole

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Sink All Long Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Save Par from Fringe

Save par, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy12%

Precision11%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Aim30%

Alignment28%

Scoring15%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Burslem (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Burslem (Alternate Tees). 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 · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Week 10≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Vary Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control Driver Flight Path

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely

Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Vary Landing Spot

Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills

Distance Control34%

Accuracy26%

Alignment23%

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Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills

Scoring31%

Aim25%

Precision16%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring21%

Precision17%

Alignment14%

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Reduce 3-Wood Spread

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Precision42%

Dispersion26%

Scoring14%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Burslem (Alternate Tees)

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 Burslem (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Burslem (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Burslem (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Burslem (Alternate Tees) presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 66.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Burslem (Alternate Tees)?

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 Burslem (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 66, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 66 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Burslem (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Burslem (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Burslem (Alternate Tees) 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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