Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Scoring19%
Aim15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Great Harwood Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Great Harwood Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Great Harwood, 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 27%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Aim 14%Trajectory 13%
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.
23.3
Average HCP
13.6
Minimum HCP
34.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Great Harwood
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Great Harwood.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@greatharwoodgolfclub.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
Harwood Bar, Whalley Road
Course Description
Great Harwood Golf and Social Club is a local golf facility and social venue located on Whalley Road in Great Harwood, Lancashire. It operates a golf course for members and visitors, with facilities including the clubhouse and room hire options for events. The site provides information on membership, visitor booking and green fees, etiquette, and club policies, and maintains a social presence, including a Facebook page. The organization emphasizes community engagement through golfing activities and social programs at its Harwood Bar address.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1928
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Great Harwood
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
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Get StartedControl 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Great Harwood
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Great Harwood. 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≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get square for strike, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Alignment31%
Accuracy19%
Scoring17%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy19%
Alignment13%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring32%
Accuracy10%
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy22%
Aim12%
Dial in aim, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Scoring20%
Alignment18%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment25%
Aim23%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Great Harwood
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 Great Harwood
Get answers to common questions about playing Great Harwood and what to expect.
How difficult is Great Harwood for mid-handicap golfers?
Great Harwood 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 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Great Harwood?
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 Great Harwood?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Great Harwood and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Great Harwood 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 Great Harwood 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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