Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dorset Golf Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Near Poole, Dorset, England

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Parkland/Lakeland Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Parkland/Lakeland, 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

Scoring 27%Precision 20%Dispersion 19%Distance Control 17%Aim 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.

19.6

Average HCP

10.5

Minimum HCP

33.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Parkland/Lakeland

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery

Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Parkland/Lakeland.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Bere Regis

Course Description

Dorset Golf & Country Club is a premier golf resort located in the tranquil Dorset region. The facility features 27 holes of championship golf, luxury accommodation including Scandinavian log homes and brick-built cottages, and an inviting golf hotel with 16 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a full-service bar and restaurant open daily, as well as private saunas in all accommodations. The club offers an active membership focused on golf and indoor bowls, alongside various breaks catering to golfers and bowlers throughout the year, ideal for those looking to explore the picturesque surrounding area.

golf resort • luxury accommodation • championship golf • indoor bowls • sauna • fine dining • golf breaks • country club • hospitality

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Martin Hawtree

Opened

1978

Google Reviews

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Parkland/Lakeland

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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Stop Missing Short Putts

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Land inside 2 feet, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy30%

Distance Control11%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Control rollout, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP5 drills

Distance Control39%

Dispersion13%

Aim11%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Parkland/Lakeland

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Parkland/Lakeland. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Eliminate wild misses, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP4 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision25%

Scoring18%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Distance Control23%

Precision19%

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Save Par From Fringe

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Dispersion23%

Distance Control14%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP3 drills

Aim22%

Distance Control18%

Scoring17%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Test your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Alignment31%

Scoring18%

Distance Control17%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Dispersion18%

Accuracy16%

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Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min31 HCP5 drills

Mechanics27%

Trajectory23%

Precision18%

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Precision Long Irons

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring35%

Precision19%

Distance Control12%

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Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory17%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Distance Control21%

Dispersion21%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Parkland/Lakeland

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Parkland/Lakeland

Get answers to common questions about playing Parkland/Lakeland and what to expect.

How difficult is Parkland/Lakeland for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Parkland/Lakeland technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Parkland/Lakeland?

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.

What is considered a good score at Parkland/Lakeland?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Parkland/Lakeland and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Parkland/Lakeland and how should I play it?

Parkland/Lakeland is designed as a Links 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.

What features make Parkland/Lakeland strategically challenging?

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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