65% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control26%
Alignment10%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Eastbourne Downs Golf Club (1005701)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
212
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
Eastbourne Downs Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Eastbourne Downs, 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 26%Scoring 24%Precision 17%Accuracy 16%Aim 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.
17.8
Average HCP
9.6
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Eastbourne Downs
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Eastbourne Downs.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
E Dean Rd, Eastbourne BN20 8ES, UK
Course Description
Eastbourne Downs Golf Club is a welcoming golf club located in Eastbourne, featuring a mature 72-par downland course suitable for golfers of all skill levels. The club offers comprehensive facilities, including a clubhouse and practice areas, making it an ideal destination for both casual and experienced golfers seeking an enjoyable and accessible golfing experience.
golf • clubhouse • golf course • practice areas • downland • affordable golf • community • golfing experience • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
J.H. Taylor
Opened
1907
Google Reviews
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⭐4.4(185 reviews)
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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 Eastbourne Downs, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:Short (3-10 ft),Short-Mid (3-15 ft),Mid (10-20 ft)YYYYDistance Control,Green ReadingYYYYChip,PitchYYYYPrecision,TrajectoryYYYYWedges (LW,SW,GW,PW),Short irons (9,8)YYYYAccuracy,Dispersion
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 725965 yards5454 metersCR 69.8Bogey 92.1Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.5 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 44.6 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 436 | 319 | 320 | 254 | 406 | 546 | 146 | 344 | 3143 | 462 | 400 | 173 | 343 | 131 | 377 | 261 | 346 | 329 | 2822 | 5965 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726579 yards6016 metersCR 72.6Bogey 96.1Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 48.9 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.2 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 393 | 468 | 386 | 362 | 285 | 420 | 580 | 200 | 356 | 3450 | 519 | 427 | 190 | 368 | 164 | 397 | 293 | 408 | 363 | 3129 | 6579 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 726145 yards5619 metersCR 70.3Bogey 93.0Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.6 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.4 · Slope 116
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 366 | 443 | 327 | 329 | 272 | 405 | 558 | 160 | 348 | 3208 | 462 | 408 | 174 | 360 | 141 | 381 | 279 | 372 | 360 | 2937 | 6145 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715472 yards5004 metersCR 72.7Bogey 101.5Slope 122
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 51.4 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.1 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 341 | 434 | 321 | 281 | 196 | 369 | 445 | 141 | 292 | 2820 | 424 | 346 | 172 | 342 | 127 | 352 | 269 | 336 | 284 | 2652 | 5472 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Eastbourne Downs
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile62% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy18%
Aim12%
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Get Started65% match
For Red tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
67% match
For Red tees
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
11 Week Flagship Program for Eastbourne Downs
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Eastbourne Downs. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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53% match
For Red tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy32%
Visualization11%
47% match
For Red tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
43% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
44% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
57% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Aim20%
Dispersion18%
57% match
For White tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control16%
64% match
For White tees
Set up for high shot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Alignment34%
Distance Control20%
Scoring17%
83% match
For White tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy15%
33% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory16%
43% match
For White tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory18%
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Get Started73% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim21%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
76% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring16%
Accuracy15%
66% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment15%
Precision12%
63% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Alignment23%
Scoring23%
76% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy19%
Scoring18%
Distance Control15%
76% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim14%
Precision13%
68% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment20%
Accuracy20%
62% match
For Yellow tees
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min3 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Precision26%
Green Reading14%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy18%
Precision16%
61% match
For Yellow tees
Turn into par saves, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy24%
Aim14%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Pick spot and trust, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min24 HCP6 drills
Aim37%
Distance Control23%
Scoring12%
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Get Started69% match
For Yellow tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
17% match
For Yellow tees
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
49% match
For Yellow tees
Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory32%
Precision21%
Mechanics15%
35% match
For Yellow tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control47%
Visualization33%
Dispersion12%
46% match
For Yellow tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion23%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring22%
Aim21%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Scoring18%
Distance Control14%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For Yellow tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Precision24%
Aim20%
Distance Control20%
51% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Scoring25%
Dispersion18%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring28%
Distance Control19%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the distance, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim19%
Precision17%
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Get Started65% match
For Yellow tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control22%
Aim17%
59% match
For Blue tees
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
23% match
For Blue tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
63% match
For Blue tees
Set up for success, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
51% match
For Blue tees
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Scoring50%
Distance Control32%
Visualization19%
41% match
For Blue tees
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
63% match
For Blue tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
17% match
For Blue tees
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
70% match
For Blue tees
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Eastbourne Downs
Get answers to common questions about playing Eastbourne Downs and what to expect.
How difficult is Eastbourne Downs for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Eastbourne Downs challenges consistency. With a slope of 127.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Eastbourne Downs?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6026 yards. The back tees extend to 6579.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Eastbourne Downs?
With a course rating of 72.6 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 Eastbourne Downs and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6579.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Eastbourne Downs and how should I play it?
Eastbourne Downs 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 Eastbourne Downs strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6579.0 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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