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 Duns Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
103
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
Duns Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Duns, 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%Distance Control 22%Precision 19%Aim 17%Dispersion 12%
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.
14.7
Average HCP
8.1
Minimum HCP
28.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Duns
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range30 min
Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
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 from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b4469ca4087c9c11b4297_Slide91.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Duns.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@dunsgolfclub.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
Hardens Road
Course Description
Duns Golf Club is a Scottish golf venue located in the foothills of the Lammermuir Hills in the Scottish Borders, just over an hour from Edinburgh. It offers an 18-hole course set against scenic Border scenery and provides visitor and member facilities, along with a range of membership options including corporate and group offerings. The club emphasizes golf days, open competitions, and social dining in the clubhouse, and promotes information for visitors and new members. With a heritage of local engagement, it attracts golfers from both sides of the border and beyond.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
A.H. Scott
Opened
1921
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Duns
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileAvoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring42%
Distance Control35%
Visualization23%
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
14 Week Flagship Program for Duns
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Duns. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make Every Putt Count Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Pick Line and Commit
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Pick line and commit, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control22%
Precision15%
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy31%
Distance Control11%
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Scoring26%
Aim22%
Alignment18%
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min25 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Aim17%
Alignment15%
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
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Get StartedGet close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics13%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Precision18%
Distance Control15%
Leave tap-ins, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min26 HCP8 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics17%
Scoring14%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Duns
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 Duns
Get answers to common questions about playing Duns and what to expect.
How difficult is Duns for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Duns 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 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Duns?
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 Duns?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Duns 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 Duns and how should I play it?
Duns 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.
What features make Duns 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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