Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hawarden Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
108
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Hawarden Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hawarden, 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 28%Precision 24%Distance Control 19%Aim 14%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.
14.6
Average HCP
7
Minimum HCP
28.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hawarden
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range30 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hawarden.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@hawardengolfclub.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
Groomsdale Lane
Course Description
Hawarden Golf Club is a friendly golf club located on the North Wales–Cheshire border in Flintshire. The club welcomes visitors and offers membership, highlighting a warm, hospitable atmosphere for players of all levels. It features a golf course with various facilities and a focus on community engagement, including lessons and events. The club’s location at Hawarden, near the Welsh border, positions it as a local hub for golf in the Cheshire/Flintshire area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bert Forshaw
Opened
1935
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hawarden
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Dispersion17%
Aim16%
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
13 Week Flagship Program for Hawarden
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hawarden. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
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Get StartedMaximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring17%
Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Precision21%
Dispersion20%
Aim20%
Match clubface, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Alignment34%
Aim24%
Scoring21%
Set sights, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Precision18%
Scoring14%
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
Vary landing spot soft, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy16%
Precision15%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy16%
Dispersion16%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Aim20%
Trajectory18%
Fade or draw woods, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision23%
Scoring20%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Aim16%
Trajectory15%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring22%
Precision21%
Dispersion21%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hawarden
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hawarden
Get answers to common questions about playing Hawarden and what to expect.
How difficult is Hawarden for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Hawarden technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hawarden?
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 Hawarden?
With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Hawarden and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Hawarden and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Hawarden 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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