40% match
For 21306, USGA, Red, Women tees
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forbes Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
99
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
Forbes Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forbes 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
Scoring 29%Distance Control 22%Precision 17%Accuracy 17%Trajectory 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.
18.5
Average HCP
9.4
Minimum HCP
32.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forbes Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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 Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forbes Golf Club.
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
17 Parkes Rd, Forbes NSW 2871, Australia
Course Description
Forbes Golf Club operates the 18-hole championship Forbes golf course located on the northern side of Forbes, NSW, beside the Newell Highway. The club features a watercourse that bisects several holes, full irrigation, and a par-72 layout that hosts amateur and open events, with regular Men’s and Ladies competitions and charity events. It maintains reciprocal club connections, hosts major events such as the Forbes Nissan Classic, and offers membership through its golf and related facilities. The club is positioned as one of the best country golf courses in New South Wales, serving local residents and visiting golfers.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1918
Google Reviews
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⭐4.0(91 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 Forbes Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 21306, USGA, Red, Women
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
2
21306, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726671 yards6100 metersCR 71.6Bogey 93.4Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 45.8 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 47.6 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 210 | 539 | 163 | 401 | 350 | 458 | 517 | 373 | 142 | 3153 | 396 | 441 | 340 | 421 | 398 | 479 | 418 | 450 | 175 | 3518 | 6671 |
2
21306, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726476 yards5922 metersCR 70.4Bogey 92.1Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.2 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 46.9 · Slope 118
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 194 | 533 | 153 | 389 | 341 | 455 | 510 | 360 | 134 | 3069 | 371 | 433 | 334 | 402 | 388 | 468 | 404 | 444 | 163 | 3407 | 6476 |
2
21306, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725722 yards5232 metersCR 72.0Bogey 99.3Slope 116
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 49.3 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 50.0 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 191 | 464 | 162 | 384 | 345 | 458 | 397 | 265 | 96 | 2762 | 293 | 442 | 307 | 241 | 346 | 463 | 349 | 377 | 142 | 2960 | 5722 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forbes 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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profile53% match
For 21306, USGA, Red, Women tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision23%
Alignment14%
53% match
For 21306, USGA, Red, Women tees
Set up for high shot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Distance Control19%
Scoring13%
54% match
For 21306, USGA, Red, Women tees
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
13 Week Flagship Program for Forbes Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forbes Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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74% match
For 21306, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
68% match
For 21306, USGA, Red, Women tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Aim19%
Distance Control14%
8% match
For 21306, USGA, White, Men tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
53% match
For 21306, USGA, White, Men tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision20%
Aim17%
47% match
For 21306, USGA, White, Men tees
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
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Get Started48% match
For 21306, USGA, White, Men tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
75% match
For 21306, USGA, White, Men tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
80% match
For 21306, USGA, White, Men tees
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
65% match
For 21306, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Chip close, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy26%
Visualization13%
55% match
For 21306, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment22%
Distance Control22%
68% match
For 21306, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Beat streaks, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy27%
Green Reading10%
60% match
For 21306, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring42%
Precision25%
Trajectory13%
75% match
For 21306, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
35% match
For 21306, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Forbes Golf Club
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 Forbes Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Forbes Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Forbes Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Forbes Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 71.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forbes Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6196 yards. The back tees extend to 6671.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Forbes Golf Club?
With a course rating of 71.6 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 Forbes Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6671.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Forbes Golf Club and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Forbes Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 117.0 and yardage reaching 6671.0 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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