Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Crook.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
203
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 Crook, 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.
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
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 downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about Crook.
Phone
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Crook DL15, UK
Crook Golf Club is a historic golf club located in Crook, County Durham, England. Established in 1919, the club offers a challenging course with a variety of holes set against views of the Durham and North Yorkshire countryside, welcoming both members and visitors. The site highlights course guides, local rules, handicap charts, and a range of visitor facilities including dress code guidance and green fees. The club emphasizes tradition, attire standards, and a pro-shop service with contact details for inquiries and bookings.
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Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1919
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Crook, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red 2019
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.5 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 48.4 · Slope 137
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 311 | 178 | 399 | 196 | 378 | 357 | 164 | 317 | 485 | 2785 | 410 | 198 | 397 | 523 | 350 | 139 | 348 | 470 | 345 | 3180 | 5965 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 44.7 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 47.7 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 298 | 170 | 391 | 182 | 366 | 344 | 158 | 304 | 464 | 2677 | 401 | 193 | 391 | 514 | 337 | 132 | 342 | 458 | 333 | 3101 | 5778 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 47.5 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.1 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 242 | 165 | 363 | 168 | 304 | 298 | 123 | 291 | 373 | 2327 | 392 | 148 | 339 | 434 | 316 | 124 | 340 | 363 | 232 | 2688 | 5015 |
Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Crook 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 profileAccount for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Crook. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 52 days 71 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 · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Place Every 3 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Get StartedHandle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPerfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent mid iron length, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Sink All Long Putts
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Crook and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Crook challenges consistency. At 132.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 69.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5490 yards. The back tees extend to 5965.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 69.5 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.
At a full length of 5965.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 132.0 and yardage reaching 5965.0 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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