40% match
For Red tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forfar
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
197
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Forfar Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forfar, 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 25%Scoring 21%Precision 20%Aim 18%Accuracy 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.
18.5
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
32.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forfar
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
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 Forfar.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@forfargolfclub.co.uk
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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
Forfar DD8 2RL, UK
Course Description
Forfar Golf Club is a historic, modern and welcoming golf club located in Forfar, Angus, Scotland. The club features one of the world’s oldest 18-hole courses, originally laid out in 1871 by Tom Morris and later updated by James Braid, renowned for its classic layout and greens. It offers membership options, hosting open competitions, visitor bookings, and club catering, emphasizing a friendly member and guest experience amid a storied golfing heritage.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
Old Tom Morris
Opened
1871
Google Reviews
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⭐4.6(213 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 Forfar, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course rolls out nonstop par four battles with quick par threes mixed in, pushing steady tee-to-green work while back nine's sharper challenge tests bogey avoidance under pressure.
B
Black 2017 Tee
Gender: MalePar 696170 yards5642 metersCR 69.8Bogey 92.9Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.0 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.9 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | 17 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 360 | 384 | 381 | 393 | 200 | 376 | 404 | 395 | 164 | 3057 | 359 | 352 | 444 | 168 | 507 | 412 | 153 | 344 | 374 | 3113 | 6170 |
Y
Yellow 2017 Tee
Gender: MalePar 685754 yards5261 metersCR 68.1Bogey 90.3Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.8 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 45.5 · Slope 122
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 17 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 311 | 343 | 371 | 380 | 185 | 368 | 393 | 361 | 155 | 2867 | 347 | 321 | 422 | 144 | 465 | 393 | 140 | 338 | 317 | 2887 | 5754 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725435 yards4970 metersCR 71.8Bogey 101.4Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.9 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.5 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 7 | — | 4 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 302 | 293 | 296 | 368 | 164 | 359 | 380 | 347 | 148 | 2657 | 337 | 310 | 407 | 129 | 450 | 380 | 128 | 333 | 304 | 2778 | 5435 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forfar
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Red tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization34%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control20%
53% match
For Red tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy28%
Precision14%
47% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
11 Week Flagship Program for Forfar
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forfar. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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61% match
For Red tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
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Get Started61% match
For Red tees
Build drive streaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Precision17%
Dispersion14%
74% match
For Red tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control17%
Scoring16%
56% match
For Red tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
70% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
70% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control18%
70% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment20%
Precision20%
57% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision24%
Alignment21%
70% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Scoring21%
Precision15%
71% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring17%
Aim17%
73% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Dispersion17%
Aim15%
62% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment14%
Accuracy11%
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Get Started57% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Aim24%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
27% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
71% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Control rollout, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision16%
Aim16%
55% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy14%
Distance Control11%
39% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory18%
44% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision42%
Dispersion26%
Scoring14%
41% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
71% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision25%
Alignment22%
Distance Control18%
66% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control18%
Alignment17%
70% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment23%
Precision15%
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Get Started74% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring25%
Precision21%
56% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim35%
Alignment16%
Dispersion13%
65% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control17%
76% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
62% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy20%
Alignment15%
67% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision26%
Scoring14%
47% match
For Black 2017 tees
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
78% match
For Black 2017 tees
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Aim21%
Distance Control18%
54% match
For Black 2017 tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim31%
Alignment20%
Distance Control15%
74% match
For Black 2017 tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Aim13%
20% match
For Black 2017 tees
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
66% match
For Black 2017 tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
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Get Started64% match
For Black 2017 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment23%
Scoring16%
66% match
For Black 2017 tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control23%
Alignment14%
70% match
For Black 2017 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
49% match
For Black 2017 tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment26%
Distance Control17%
64% match
For Black 2017 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision26%
Alignment13%
67% match
For Black 2017 tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Alignment21%
Scoring18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Forfar
Get answers to common questions about playing Forfar and what to expect.
How difficult is Forfar for mid-handicap golfers?
Forfar is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 125.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forfar?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5802 yards. The back tees extend to 6170.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Forfar?
With a course rating of 69.8 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 Forfar and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6170.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Forfar and how should I play it?
Forfar 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 Forfar strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 6170.0 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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