Focus on positive outcomes, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Exeter Golf and Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Exeter Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Exeter, 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 33%Distance Control 19%Precision 18%Aim 16%Accuracy 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.
16.7
Average HCP
10.9
Minimum HCP
30.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Exeter
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game25 min
Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8
Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Exeter.
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
Topsham Road, Countess Wear
Course Description
Exeter Golf and Country Club is the region's finest leisure venue with an 18 hole golf course, gym and fitness centre, indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, squash, racketball and tennis courts. Located just on the outskirts of Exeter, and with well-equipped function suites for up to 230 people and free parking for up to 300 cars, Exeter Golf and Country Club is also the perfect venue for meetings and conferences, corporate events, celebrations and parties and weddings. Exeter Golf and Country Club is also home to Wear Park Spa and Restaurant. Housed within the grand Georgian mansion house, with views of the putting green and a beautiful veranda for al-fresco dining, Wear Park Bar and Restaurant is elegant, relaxed and welcoming. Serving a seasonal menu of modern British food with regular offers, Sunday lunches, private dining and Christmas lunch and dinner menus.Award-winning Wear Park Spa is perfect for spa days and individual treatments with Elemis facials and massages, Shellac and Vinylux nails and a range of waxing and eye treatments.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Opened
1929
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Exeter
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Work together for contact, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Scoring25%
Aim18%
Stop pitches near hole, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control20%
Precision18%
10 Week Flagship Program for Exeter
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Exeter. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim12%
See landing and roll, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy32%
Visualization26%
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Get StartedLand near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment27%
Scoring17%
Land inside 2 feet, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy28%
Distance Control14%
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim29%
Alignment22%
Dispersion16%
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Consistent wedge length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control45%
Scoring28%
Precision10%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control15%
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Exeter
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Exeter
Get answers to common questions about playing Exeter and what to expect.
How difficult is Exeter for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Exeter technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Exeter?
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 Exeter?
With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Exeter and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Exeter 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 Exeter 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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