34% match
For Blue tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cushendall Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
37
37 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Cushendall Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cushendall Golf Club, 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 26%Scoring 21%Aim 20%Precision 17%Alignment 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.
17.8
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
35.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Cushendall Golf Club
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: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Cushendall Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@cushendallgolfclub.com
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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
21 Shore Rd, Cushendall, Ballymena BT44 0NG, UK
Course Description
Cushendall Golf Club is a Golf, Social & Community club based in the heart of the Glens of Antrim, Northern Ireland. Founded in 1937 and affiliated to the Golfing Union of Ireland in 1938, it features a picturesque nine-hole course with the Dall River shaping several holes and a crest inspired by the Children of Lir legend. The club offers visitor information, membership options, and hosts open competitions and social events, serving both local residents and visitors. It maintains active online presence with social pages and a news feed showcasing club notices and membership offers.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
33
Type
Parkland
Opened
1937
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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 Cushendall Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests precision on endless short par fours with tee shots setting up tight wedges. Bogey risks grow quickly on longer closers if control slips.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 664786 yards4376 metersCR 62.8Bogey 81.3Slope 100
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 40.6 · Slope 99
Back Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 40.7 · Slope 100
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 299 | 177 | 311 | 289 | 156 | 262 | 122 | 384 | 385 | 2385 | 293 | 177 | 331 | 305 | 142 | 262 | 122 | 384 | 385 | 2401 | 4786 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: MalePar 664557 yards4167 metersCR 62.2Bogey 80.4Slope 98
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 40.2 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 40.2 · Slope 98
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 293 | 156 | 311 | 282 | 133 | 261 | 122 | 379 | 338 | 2275 | 293 | 156 | 318 | 282 | 133 | 261 | 122 | 379 | 338 | 2282 | 4557 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 664496 yards4111 metersCR 66.7Bogey 94.8Slope 119
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 47.8 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 116
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 144 | 311 | 277 | 94 | 262 | 122 | 377 | 372 | 2251 | 294 | 144 | 312 | 305 | 94 | 262 | 122 | 377 | 335 | 2245 | 4496 |
R
Red (1-8,18) Tee
Gender: FemalePar 332214 yards2024 metersCR 33.1Bogey 47.2Slope 120
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 47.2 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 144 | 311 | 277 | 94 | 262 | 122 | 377 | 335 | 2214 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Cushendall Golf Club
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 37 Programs
% match to course practice profile72% match
For Blue tees
Control rollout, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision24%
Scoring12%
65% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint flops, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion17%
60% match
For Blue tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Cushendall Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cushendall Golf Club. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
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59% match
For Blue tees
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
71% match
For Blue tees
Set a target, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Aim32%
Distance Control20%
Scoring14%
60% match
For Red tees
Choose a clear target, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim39%
Scoring23%
Stroke16%
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Get Started66% match
For Red tees
Check setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Scoring22%
Distance Control16%
69% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Aim18%
Distance Control17%
69% match
For Red tees
Master touch, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision16%
Scoring14%
51% match
For Red tees
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
40% match
For Red tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory15%
55% match
For Red tees
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
42% match
For Green tees
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
68% match
For Green tees
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Precision22%
Aim19%
Distance Control17%
65% match
For Green tees
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Green tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy23%
Scoring15%
57% match
For Green tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Aim23%
Trajectory14%
62% match
For Green tees
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion17%
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Get Started43% match
For Green tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
58% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
55% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
27% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Visualize long lines, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
75% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Aim for soft landing, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min25 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control28%
Alignment14%
62% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control17%
Alignment16%
60% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Set up for success, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Alignment30%
Accuracy26%
Scoring19%
47% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
55% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
45% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP7 drills
Dispersion34%
Precision30%
Scoring14%
80% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Scoring21%
Alignment17%
70% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring21%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control18%
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Get Started65% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring26%
Alignment18%
72% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim33%
Alignment28%
Scoring22%
72% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy14%
Alignment11%
71% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
Dispersion15%
62% match
For Red (1-8,18) tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring24%
Aim16%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Cushendall Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Cushendall Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Cushendall Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Cushendall Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Cushendall Golf Club challenges consistency. The 100.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 62.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 33.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Cushendall Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3500 yards. The back tees extend to 4786.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Cushendall Golf Club?
With a course rating of 62.8 and par 33, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 33 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Cushendall Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 4786.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Cushendall Golf Club 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 Cushendall Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 100.0 and yardage reaching 4786.0 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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