61% match
For White 2015 tees
Focus on positive outcomes, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dalbeattie
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
178
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Dalbeattie Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dalbeattie, 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 28%Scoring 25%Precision 16%Aim 15%Accuracy 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.
19
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
34
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Dalbeattie
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Dalbeattie.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
petergammon@hotmail.co.uk
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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
66 Maxwell Park, Dalbeattie DG5 4LS, UK
Course Description
Dalbeattie Golf Club is a historic 9-hole parkland golf course set in the Urr Valley, Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway. The club offers a year-round golfing experience with wildlife-rich surroundings and stunning views, welcoming both members and visitors. Located at Maxwell Park in Dalbeattie, the club emphasizes a friendly atmosphere, competitive events, and ease of access for play throughout the season.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Opened
1894
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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 Dalbeattie, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White 2015
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating cycles of mid-length par fours and short par threes that pressure precise iron play from tee and fairway, with bogey rating stressing short game alertness on marked tough holes to protect low scores.This course delivers repeating cycles of mid-length par fours and short par threes that pressure precise iron play from tee and fairway, with bogey rating stressing short game alertness on marked tough holes to protect low scores.
W
White 2015 Tee
Gender: MalePar 685560 yards5084 metersCR 66.9Bogey 88.2Slope 115
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 44.1 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.1 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 3 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 181 | 407 | 341 | 331 | 294 | 322 | 342 | 156 | 406 | 2780 | 181 | 407 | 341 | 331 | 294 | 322 | 342 | 156 | 406 | 2780 | 5560 |
Y
Yellow 2015 Tee
Gender: MalePar 685288 yards4835 metersCR 65.6Bogey 86.4Slope 112
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.2 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.2 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 3 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 178 | 407 | 338 | 320 | 286 | 287 | 302 | 145 | 381 | 2644 | 178 | 407 | 338 | 320 | 286 | 287 | 302 | 145 | 381 | 2644 | 5288 |
R
Red 2015 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 704886 yards4468 metersCR 68.6Bogey 94.5Slope 110
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.2 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.3 · Slope 110
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 3 | — | 6 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 175 | 407 | 295 | 254 | 237 | 293 | 295 | 139 | 348 | 2443 | 175 | 407 | 295 | 254 | 237 | 293 | 295 | 139 | 348 | 2443 | 4886 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Dalbeattie
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile61% match
For White 2015 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment25%
Precision14%
40% match
For White 2015 tees
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
66% match
For White 2015 tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy20%
12 Week Flagship Program for Dalbeattie
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dalbeattie. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
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40% match
For White 2015 tees
Thread the gap, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Trajectory17%
Scoring14%
68% match
For White 2015 tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game25-26 min23 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim17%
Dispersion15%
49% match
For White 2015 tees
Match swing to trajectory, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision22%
Mechanics15%
73% match
For White 2015 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring19%
Aim14%
69% match
For White 2015 tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy20%
Distance Control20%
Alignment18%
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Get Started65% match
For White 2015 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For White 2015 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
62% match
For White 2015 tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Dispersion20%
Distance Control18%
69% match
For White 2015 tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring31%
Aim21%
Distance Control20%
72% match
For White 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring18%
Trajectory17%
64% match
For White 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment20%
Accuracy20%
43% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
48% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim34%
Alignment28%
Scoring26%
73% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring16%
Precision14%
40% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
54% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
26% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory29%
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Get Started44% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory18%
67% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Aim24%
Alignment21%
64% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring23%
Distance Control19%
76% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision19%
Aim16%
81% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control28%
Precision14%
72% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Aim20%
Distance Control13%
63% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy20%
Precision18%
65% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
78% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim14%
Accuracy12%
62% match
For Red 2015 tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
74% match
For Red 2015 tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim17%
Scoring16%
66% match
For Red 2015 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Distance Control18%
Accuracy14%
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Get Started53% match
For Red 2015 tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
56% match
For Red 2015 tees
Match swing to trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Trajectory34%
Scoring21%
Distance Control19%
70% match
For Red 2015 tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
61% match
For Red 2015 tees
Stick to woods line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
Scoring18%
72% match
For Red 2015 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
Alignment20%
62% match
For Red 2015 tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy24%
Alignment23%
Distance Control20%
65% match
For Red 2015 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Red 2015 tees
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control26%
Alignment26%
70% match
For Red 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy16%
Aim16%
56% match
For Red 2015 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Aim22%
Alignment18%
68% match
For Red 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy19%
Scoring15%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Dalbeattie
Get answers to common questions about playing Dalbeattie and what to expect.
How difficult is Dalbeattie for mid-handicap golfers?
Dalbeattie presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 66.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Dalbeattie?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5223 yards. The back tees extend to 5560.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Dalbeattie?
With a course rating of 66.9 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Dalbeattie and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5560.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Dalbeattie and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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 Dalbeattie strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 115.0 and yardage reaching 5560.0 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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