71% match
For Yellow tees
Control rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment18%
Aim15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Furness Golf Club (1006725)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
28
28 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
152
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Furness Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Furness, 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%Precision 23%Scoring 19%Aim 16%Alignment 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.
17.9
Average HCP
9.5
Minimum HCP
32.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Furness
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit 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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Furness.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
furnessgolfclub@btconnect.com
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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
Central Dr, Barrow-in-Furness LA14, UK
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1872
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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 Furness, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeated par four tests that pressure iron play for position, with par fives offering birdie looks if tee shots position well for wedges. High difficulty ratings signal constant scoring risks on approaches and greens.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 716222 yards5689 metersCR 70.7Bogey 94.2Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.1 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 533 | 154 | 299 | 332 | 539 | 139 | 407 | 373 | 397 | 3173 | 188 | 434 | 337 | 410 | 373 | 313 | 266 | 383 | 345 | 3049 | 6222 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 715931 yards5423 metersCR 69.2Bogey 91.5Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.7 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.8 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 521 | 147 | 275 | 288 | 503 | 134 | 397 | 360 | 397 | 3022 | 174 | 395 | 317 | 402 | 368 | 315 | 262 | 339 | 337 | 2909 | 5931 |
R
Red - 2018 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715361 yards4902 metersCR 71.8Bogey 101.5Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 50.9 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.6 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 462 | 143 | 276 | 282 | 429 | 117 | 349 | 296 | 392 | 2746 | 109 | 334 | 307 | 355 | 361 | 285 | 257 | 286 | 321 | 2615 | 5361 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Furness
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 28 Programs
% match to course practice profile75% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP3 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision19%
Alignment13%
46% match
For Yellow tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
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Get Started24% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
13 Week Flagship Program for Furness
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Furness. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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72% match
For Yellow tees
Square up, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Alignment27%
Scoring26%
Distance Control16%
78% match
For Yellow tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Accuracy16%
62% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy22%
Alignment19%
80% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control24%
Aim17%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim33%
Alignment30%
Scoring22%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment13%
Accuracy13%
75% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision19%
Aim16%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim18%
Scoring15%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision31%
Trajectory11%
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Get Started74% match
For Red - 2018 tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring19%
Precision16%
71% match
For Red - 2018 tees
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
72% match
For Red - 2018 tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Aim19%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
62% match
For Red - 2018 tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control21%
46% match
For Red - 2018 tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion17%
Precision12%
56% match
For Red - 2018 tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
52% match
For White tees
Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
74% match
For White tees
Stop close from tight lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision20%
Accuracy15%
62% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control25%
Alignment20%
76% match
For White tees
Challenge limits, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Aim15%
Alignment14%
56% match
For White tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
61% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Precision22%
Distance Control18%
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Get Started62% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision22%
Distance Control13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Furness
Get answers to common questions about playing Furness and what to expect.
How difficult is Furness for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Furness technically exacting. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Furness?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5792 yards. The back tees extend to 6222.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Furness?
With a course rating of 70.7 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 Furness and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6222.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Furness 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 Furness strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6222.0 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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