See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Fraserburgh Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Corbiehill Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Corbiehill, 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 24%Precision 21%Trajectory 13%Accuracy 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
Average HCP
9.2
Minimum HCP
31.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Corbiehill
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 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 mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Corbiehill.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@fraserburghgolfclub.org
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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
Philorth links
Course Description
Take a brief drive from Aberdeen along the North East Aberdeenshire coast in Scotland and you will find a totally unspoiled, traditional links layout. If you are looking for a genuine slice of real Scottish golf history in an informal relaxed, welcoming setting at very reasonable green fee then look no further.Established in 1777, Come enjoy the 7th Oldest Golf Club in the World, 5th Oldest in Scotland & The Oldest in the world operating under its original name. Choose from one of our two excellent courses. The Stunning and Historical James Braid inspired 18 hole CorbieHill Championship links, one of the finest links courses in the whole of Scotland, Wonderful views and some truly spectacular holes makes Corbiehill a true links adventure.This is where the Moray Firth and the North Sea converge, creating a unique microclimate where Mother Nature becomes even more cantankerous than usual. Be prepared for an invigorating ride around Fraserburgh's substantial sand dunes, Wildly undulating fairways, sand hills, unpredictable winds, wonderful views and vistas and some truly spectacular holes makes Fraserburgh a true links adventure from start to finish.We also have Corbiehill's little sister the Rosehill 9 hole layout which was commissioned in 1996 after the purchase of Additional land. Although not as taxing as Corbiehill it provides a good test of golf on its own merits or a nice warmup for the main event. Catering is provided within the Clubhouse and we will do our best to cater to all requirements.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Links
Opened
1777
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Corbiehill
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 profilePitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision22%
Accuracy13%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision33%
Trajectory19%
Mechanics15%
Control mid iron rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Scoring20%
Dispersion12%
12 Week Flagship Program for Corbiehill
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Corbiehill. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Stick Chip Close To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP3 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring17%
Alignment12%
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Get StartedStick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring15%
Precision15%
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control32%
Visualization20%
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim18%
Alignment17%
Leave tap-ins, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min32 HCP8 drills
Precision35%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Shape driver flight, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Precision18%
Dispersion15%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Corbiehill
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Scotland
US Kids - European Championship
5/26/2026
Stroke
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Junior
men
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US Kids - European Championship
5/26/2026
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Junior
women
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ELJGL 54 hole Masters
6/28/2026
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WAGR
Longniddry Golf Club
men
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ELJGL 54 hole Masters
6/28/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Longniddry Golf Club
women
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Scottish Boys' Amateur Championship
7/15/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Junior
men
Open for registration
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Junior Tour Fraserburgh
9/5/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Junior
women
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Corbiehill
Get answers to common questions about playing Corbiehill and what to expect.
How difficult is Corbiehill for mid-handicap golfers?
Corbiehill is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Corbiehill?
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 Corbiehill?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Corbiehill and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Corbiehill and how should I play it?
Corbiehill is designed as a Links 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 Corbiehill 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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