Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forest of Arden Marriott Hotel Golf & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
209
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
Aylesford Resort Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Aylesford Resort, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Aylesford Resort
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Pitch| Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Aylesford Resort.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Location
Maxstoke Lane
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald Steel
Opened
1970
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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 Aylesford Resort, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.6 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 46.2 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 377 | 446 | 474 | 184 | 267 | 132 | 330 | 282 | 408 | 2900 | 151 | 379 | 187 | 387 | 378 | 397 | 165 | 347 | 479 | 2870 | 5770 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 45.2 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 369 | 440 | 469 | 166 | 255 | 122 | 321 | 277 | 378 | 2797 | 141 | 348 | 180 | 372 | 370 | 393 | 148 | 342 | 473 | 2767 | 5564 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 50.1 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 50.1 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 435 | 381 | 150 | 236 | 115 | 253 | 263 | 352 | 2535 | 133 | 301 | 164 | 347 | 356 | 378 | 135 | 318 | 401 | 2533 | 5068 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.7 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 52.2 · Slope 131
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 369 | 440 | 469 | 166 | 255 | 122 | 321 | 277 | 378 | 2797 | 141 | 348 | 180 | 372 | 370 | 393 | 148 | 342 | 473 | 2767 | 5564 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Aylesford Resort
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profilePitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Aylesford Resort
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Aylesford Resort. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Save with mid irons, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate mental errors, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedJudge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedStick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPrecision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMake par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Aylesford Resort
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 Aylesford Resort
Get answers to common questions about playing Aylesford Resort and what to expect.
How difficult is Aylesford Resort for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Aylesford Resort challenges consistency. The 129.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Aylesford Resort?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5419 yards. The back tees extend to 5770.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Aylesford Resort?
With a course rating of 68.9 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 Aylesford Resort and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5770.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Aylesford Resort 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 Aylesford Resort strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 5770.0 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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