Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Harwood.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Everything you need to know about Harwood.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Roading Brook Road, Harwood
Harwood Golf Club is a community-oriented golf club hosting an 18-hole, 5,915-yard par 70 course on the edge of the West Pennine Moors. Founded in 1926, it offers scenic views, well-groomed fairways and greens, and a challenging but welcoming experience for players of all skill levels. The club emphasizes membership options, social events, and room hire, serving visitors, societies, and local members in the Bolton area of England. It also provides facilities for bar and dining, with a focus on a warm, inclusive atmosphere throughout the year.
18-hole golf course • golf club membership • west pennine moors • bolton golf • community amateur sports club • golf society events • golf membership packages • room hire venue • golf social events • golf club facilities • winter operating hours • visitor and societies • golf course views • club catering dining • golf • golf club • outdoor recreation • scenic views • fairways • greens • recreation
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1926
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Harwood hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Harwood hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Harwood hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Harwood hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Harwood hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Harwood hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Commit to the aim, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Harwood. 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.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
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Full flagship program designed around Harwood hole by hole data. Contains 44 practice days and 43 unique drills.
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Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPerfect mid iron flight, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Harwood and what to expect.
Harwood presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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.
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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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.
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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