Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Dunston Hall Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Norwich, Norfolk, England

Open Flagship Program Visit Club Website→

Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

De Vere Dunston Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for De Vere Dunston, 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 24%Precision 23%Distance Control 21%Trajectory 16%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.

20.2

Average HCP

11.7

Minimum HCP

33.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for De Vere Dunston

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about De Vere Dunston.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

📠

Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

✉️

golf@devere.co.uk

Giving lessons at Dunston Hall Golf Club? Get featured here.

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

Ipswich Road, Dunston

Course Description

Dunston Hall Hotel is a luxury four-star hotel and resort located near Norwich, Norfolk. The property combines Elizabethan-style country charm with modern amenities, offering a fully equipped spa, an 18-hole golf course, multiple dining venues, and extensive event spaces. It positions itself as a destination for leisure breaks, golf holidays, spa treatments, weddings, and corporate meetings within the Norfolk countryside. The hotel is part of The QHotels Collection and highlights direct-booking advantages and a family- and dog-friendly environment.

norfolk hotel • golf resort • spa breaks • afternoon tea • weddings • family friendly • dog friendly • golf breaks • conference facilities • event spaces • health club • gift vouchers • norfolk countryside • luxury hotel • spa treatment • luxury accommodation • spa • golf course • fine dining • hospitality

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

J. Glasgow

Opened

1994

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐N/A(0 reviews)

View on Google Maps

Dunston Hall Golf Club Social Media Presence

Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Official Website

Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for De Vere Dunston

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.

Filter programs by category (select one)

Showing 12 Programs

% match to course practice profile

Sink All Long Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion28%

Visualization27%

Accuracy20%

View Program

Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills

Accuracy33%

Scoring30%

Alignment12%

View Program

Unlock Your Golf Potential

Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.

Get Started

Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

View Program

Precision Short Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

View Program

12 Week Flagship Program for De Vere Dunston

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for De Vere Dunston. 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≤ 3 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Open Flagship Program

Mobile app

Star this curriculum and sync to your phone

Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.

★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile

Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.

Short Iron Distance Control

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

View Program

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Visualize the line, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Aim26%

Scoring19%

Distance Control17%

View Program

Make Par Around the Green

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

View Program

Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone

Thread the gap, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Distance Control24%

Aim15%

View Program

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics23%

Precision22%

Trajectory15%

View Program

Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

View Program

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision31%

Aim25%

Mechanics15%

View Program

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Fade or draw short irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills

Trajectory29%

Mechanics23%

Precision19%

View Program

2026

Prepare for Tournaments at De Vere Dunston

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 De Vere Dunston

Get answers to common questions about playing De Vere Dunston and what to expect.

How difficult is De Vere Dunston for mid-handicap golfers?

De Vere Dunston presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at De Vere Dunston?

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 De Vere Dunston?

With a course rating of 70 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 De Vere Dunston and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is De Vere Dunston and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 De Vere Dunston 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.

Nearby Courses