Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forest Pines Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
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
Forest/Beeches Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forest/Beeches, 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 Forest/Beeches
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Chip | 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.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forest/Beeches.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Ermine Street
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1996
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forest/Beeches
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 profilePick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Forest/Beeches
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forest/Beeches. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land softly, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control woods height, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedStop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Forest/Beeches
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 Forest/Beeches
Get answers to common questions about playing Forest/Beeches and what to expect.
How difficult is Forest/Beeches for mid-handicap golfers?
Forest/Beeches is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forest/Beeches?
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 Forest/Beeches?
With a course rating of 70 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 Forest/Beeches and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Forest/Beeches 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 Forest/Beeches 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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