48% match
For Red 2019 tees
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Donnington Valley Golf Club (1005225)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
Donnington Valley Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Donnington Valley, 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 27%Scoring 24%Accuracy 16%Aim 15%Precision 15%
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.
17.4
Average HCP
9.3
Minimum HCP
33
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Donnington Valley
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: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit 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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Donnington Valley.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
general@donningtonvalley.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
Snelsmore House, Snelsmore Common, Newbury RG14 3BG, UK
Course Description
Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa is a privately owned country retreat that is situated in the very heart of the Berkshire countryside, yet is located just 1 hour from central London. The 111 contemporary luxury bedrooms sets this unique hotel apart from its contemporaries. The hotel boasts a wonderful new reception and bar area, offering modern furnishings and an up to date contemporary look. Our largest conference and event space the Cromwell suite was also refurbished recently. This room is perfect for all types of events and weddings and is a must see. Our award-winning WinePress Restaurant offers an intimate, yet informal atmosphere where you can enjoy superb dishes complimented by wine from an excellent cellar. The Donnington Valley Health Club and Spa is one of the top rated spas in the country with luxurious facilities including an 18m swimming pool, sauna, steam and aromatherapy rooms plus a state of the art gym and dance studio. The 7 treatment rooms pamper to every spa lover's needs with relaxation areas and a menu of therapies with something for all.
hotel • spa • golf • restaurant • luxury • accommodation • events • weddings • meetings • luxury accommodation • country retreat • conference facilities • wedding venue • fine dining • spa treatments • fitness • health club • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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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 Donnington Valley, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red 2019
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant decisions on par fours where tee errors lead to tough up and shots, raising bogey risks amid slope driven difficulty. Par fives tempt birdies but test long approach control repeatedly.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 716221 yards5688 metersCR 70.9Bogey 94.5Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.6 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.9 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 495 | 420 | 350 | 362 | 350 | 423 | 345 | 370 | 110 | 3225 | 267 | 173 | 382 | 325 | 386 | 539 | 176 | 415 | 333 | 2996 | 6221 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 705825 yards5326 metersCR 68.8Bogey 91.5Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.3 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.2 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 483 | 395 | 328 | 328 | 338 | 415 | 326 | 341 | 98 | 3052 | 248 | 166 | 358 | 308 | 345 | 500 | 153 | 389 | 306 | 2773 | 5825 |
R
Red 2019 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715430 yards4965 metersCR 72.3Bogey 100.9Slope 121
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.0 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 49.9 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 424 | 367 | 318 | 302 | 312 | 385 | 317 | 320 | 81 | 2826 | 243 | 157 | 331 | 288 | 310 | 469 | 137 | 370 | 299 | 2604 | 5430 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Donnington Valley
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile36% match
For Red 2019 tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
69% match
For Red 2019 tees
Dial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy30%
Aim14%
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Get Started55% match
For Red 2019 tees
Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring18%
Alignment17%
12 Week Flagship Program for Donnington Valley
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Donnington Valley. 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)
Hit Every Long Putt
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 · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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59% match
For Red 2019 tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Precision27%
Trajectory11%
64% match
For Red 2019 tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
65% match
For Red 2019 tees
Visualize the line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
45% match
For Red 2019 tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
57% match
For Red 2019 tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim29%
Alignment18%
Scoring17%
67% match
For Red 2019 tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy24%
Alignment19%
70% match
For Red 2019 tees
Save par clutch, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control22%
Precision13%
65% match
For Red 2019 tees
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Precision14%
Dispersion11%
55% match
For Red 2019 tees
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Precision32%
Aim22%
Distance Control15%
71% match
For Red 2019 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Aim21%
Distance Control20%
71% match
For Red 2019 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy19%
Scoring17%
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Get Started65% match
For Red 2019 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
44% match
For Red 2019 tees
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment32%
Accuracy30%
59% match
For Red 2019 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Aim19%
Dispersion17%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control31%
Visualization20%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Pick your spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Aim28%
Accuracy15%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy15%
15% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control18%
Alignment16%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy20%
Alignment17%
Aim14%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started69% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring26%
Distance Control16%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control24%
Aim17%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring25%
Alignment23%
77% match
For Yellow tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring23%
Distance Control19%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
Precision18%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch close, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control16%
Scoring15%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For White tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control16%
65% match
For White tees
Match clubface, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Alignment34%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control16%
58% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment19%
Precision15%
71% match
For White tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
69% match
For White tees
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min20 HCP7 drills
Trajectory26%
Distance Control22%
Scoring22%
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Get Started70% match
For White tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
44% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
45% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
70% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring23%
Aim20%
Distance Control15%
66% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
51% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment28%
Distance Control21%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Donnington Valley
Get answers to common questions about playing Donnington Valley and what to expect.
How difficult is Donnington Valley for mid-handicap golfers?
Donnington Valley presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Donnington Valley?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5826 yards. The back tees extend to 6221.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Donnington Valley?
With a course rating of 70.9 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Donnington Valley and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6221.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Donnington Valley 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 Donnington Valley strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6221.0 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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