Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Cirencester.
Total Programs
42
42 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
184
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cirencester, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
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.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
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.
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Cheltenham Rd, Bagendon, Cirencester GL7 7BH, UK
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1910
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Cirencester, all within a single responsive scorecard.
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Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 46.5 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 48.2 · Slope 126
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 293 | 142 | 531 | 366 | 278 | 306 | 369 | 339 | 208 | 2832 | 455 | 197 | 533 | 153 | 418 | 412 | 297 | 503 | 435 | 3403 | 6235 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.7 · Slope 126
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 284 | 137 | 521 | 350 | 265 | 298 | 360 | 329 | 198 | 2742 | 452 | 194 | 529 | 139 | 414 | 386 | 283 | 490 | 399 | 3286 | 6028 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.6 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.3 · Slope 132
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 38 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 275 | 122 | 506 | 307 | 250 | 295 | 349 | 318 | 167 | 2589 | 444 | 173 | 459 | 118 | 405 | 350 | 274 | 454 | 364 | 3041 | 5630 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cirencester hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 profileChip through gate, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cirencester. 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.
Full 56 days 76 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
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Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedAlign putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Stop on a dime, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get square, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Cirencester and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Cirencester challenges consistency. With a slope of 129.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5932 yards. The back tees extend to 6235.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 70.7 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6235.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
Cirencester 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 6235.0 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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