Focus on positive outcomes, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min5 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision27%
Aim15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forres Golf Club
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Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
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
Forres Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forres, 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 22%Accuracy 17%Precision 17%Visualization 9%
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.
11.7
Average HCP
6.7
Minimum HCP
26.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forres
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forres.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
sandy@forresgolf.demon.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
Muiryshade, Edgehill Road
Course Description
Forres Golf Club is a historic golf venue in the Highlands of Scotland, home to a classic parkland course designed by Willie Park and later refined by James Braid. The club hosts open competitions and offers visitor tee times, a golf academy, and a well-regarded clubhouse experience including dining at The Muiry. Located in Moray, just north of Inverness, the course is known for its scenic settings, year-round play, and high-quality conditioning that attracts both local players and visiting golf groups.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Willie Park,James Braid
Opened
1889
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forres
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring37%
Precision28%
Aim17%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control21%
Alignment17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Forres
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forres. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Stick Every High Flop To Green
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Stick Every High Flop To Green
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Dispersion16%
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Dial in aim, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Precision24%
Distance Control15%
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
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Get StartedPitch close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control11%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring55%
Distance Control30%
Visualization15%
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Stick to wedge line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control30%
Accuracy22%
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Forres
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 Forres
Get answers to common questions about playing Forres and what to expect.
How difficult is Forres for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Forres challenges consistency. 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 Forres?
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 Forres?
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 Forres and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Forres 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 Forres 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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