Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Dartford.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dartford, 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 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods 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 next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Everything you need to know about Dartford.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Resident Professionals
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The Clubhouse, Heath Lane Upper
Dartford Golf Club is a historic golf facility established in 1897, located in Dartford, Kent. It is owned and run by its members, reflecting a member-owned club model with traditional values. The club offers a golf course and related facilities including a clubhouse and dining options, serving both members and visitors in the region. The environment emphasizes classic golf traditions with a focus on course maintenance and community involvement within the local area.
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Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1897
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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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Curated selection of drills based on Dartford hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Dartford hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Dartford hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Dartford hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Dartford 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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Showing 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileEliminate careless misses, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dartford. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 58 days 79 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Short Game · Mixed
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Short Game · Mixed
Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
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Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect woods arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Dartford and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Dartford challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Dartford 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 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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