49% match
For White tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Esker Hills Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Esker Hills Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Esker Hills Golf Club, 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 29%Scoring 19%Aim 18%Precision 18%Alignment 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.
18.8
Average HCP
10.7
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Esker Hills Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
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 Esker Hills Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@eskerhillsgolf.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
Baile Mhic Giolla Mhuire, Co. Offaly, Ireland
Course Description
'Esker Hills is one of Ireland's finest golf courses and infinitely better value than places you would have heard of. If you are a golfer never, ever pass this place.' David Walsh, The Sunday Times Golf Society. Esker Hills Golf Club, the Christy O'Connor Jnr. designed masterpiece, is just outside Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Esker Hills is home to European Tour professional Shane Lowry. Shane had a glittering Amateur career at Esker Hills that in 2009 culminated in him being the first Amateur golfer to ever win an Irish Open. The championship golf course is known for its distinctive links feel, superb sand-based greens, all-year playability and a warm welcome. Offering keenly priced group rates, Esker Hills presents excellent value to any society for a challenging round of golf.
golf course • irish golf • links design • golf society • championship golf • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Christy OConnor Jr.
Opened
1996
Google Reviews
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⭐4.6(303 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 Esker Hills Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course forces precise irons on packed par fours and threes for steady play. Par fives tempt reach but spike risk if drives or seconds falter.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 706450 yards5898 metersCR 72.0Bogey 96.5Slope 132
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 49.4 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.1 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 489 | 357 | 480 | 396 | 175 | 523 | 430 | 346 | 176 | 3372 | 303 | 408 | 397 | 197 | 347 | 188 | 404 | 445 | 389 | 3078 | 6450 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: MalePar 705766 yards5272 metersCR 68.8Bogey 92.1Slope 126
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 47.1 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.0 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 428 | 326 | 422 | 351 | 153 | 482 | 381 | 326 | 135 | 3004 | 271 | 375 | 338 | 139 | 319 | 158 | 400 | 404 | 358 | 2762 | 5766 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 706067 yards5548 metersCR 70.2Bogey 94.1Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.2 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.9 · Slope 124
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 470 | 339 | 457 | 363 | 165 | 500 | 394 | 335 | 162 | 3185 | 280 | 387 | 351 | 162 | 337 | 171 | 400 | 420 | 374 | 2882 | 6067 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Esker Hills Golf Club
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 profile54% match
For White tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
52% match
For White tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
53% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Aim18%
Mechanics15%
12 Week Flagship Program for Esker Hills Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Esker Hills Golf Club. 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)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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70% match
For White tees
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Alignment18%
Distance Control16%
58% match
For White tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
74% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment30%
Distance Control28%
Aim18%
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Get Started73% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
Accuracy17%
63% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment25%
Accuracy21%
70% match
For White tees
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment28%
Aim27%
Scoring23%
63% match
For White tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control27%
Alignment18%
67% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Scoring15%
74% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment15%
Scoring15%
53% match
For Blue tees
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
30% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
70% match
For Blue tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision26%
Aim23%
Distance Control17%
52% match
For Blue tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control23%
Alignment20%
54% match
For Blue tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
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Get Started60% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
59% match
For Blue tees
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills
Dispersion24%
Precision22%
Distance Control21%
48% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Precision22%
Dispersion15%
37% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
88% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring21%
Alignment18%
64% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy24%
Alignment16%
63% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
72% match
For Blue tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control22%
Aim17%
66% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Aim13%
Alignment12%
77% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring21%
Alignment18%
71% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring20%
Precision16%
72% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Scoring15%
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Get Started56% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Aim26%
Dispersion14%
57% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Aim29%
Alignment20%
41% match
For Green tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
30% match
For Green tees
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
68% match
For Green tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment35%
Distance Control30%
Scoring11%
56% match
For Green tees
Open up and fly, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment25%
Accuracy24%
81% match
For Green tees
Control rollout, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim16%
Alignment13%
62% match
For Green tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
53% match
For Green tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
48% match
For Green tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
81% match
For Green tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment19%
Scoring14%
63% match
For Green tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control16%
Alignment15%
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Get Started63% match
For Green tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For Green tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring25%
Aim13%
71% match
For Green tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim23%
Distance Control19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Esker Hills Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Esker Hills Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Esker Hills Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Esker Hills Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Esker Hills Golf Club challenges consistency. A slope rating of 132.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Esker Hills Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6108 yards. The back tees extend to 6450.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Esker Hills Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.0 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 Esker Hills Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6450.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Esker Hills Golf Club and how should I play it?
Esker Hills Golf Club 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 Esker Hills Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 132.0 and yardage reaching 6450.0 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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