Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Haywards Heath Golf Club (1007946)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
202
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
Haywards Heath Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Haywards Heath, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Haywards Heath
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Pitch | 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.
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Haywards Heath.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Haywards Heath RH16, UK
Course Description
Haywards Heath Golf Club is a members-only golf club located in the heart of Sussex, featuring a traditional James Braid parkland design and hosting various golfing events and championships.
golf • golf club • parkland golf course • golfing events • golf championships • parkland course • members club • south downs • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1922
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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 Haywards Heath, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 44.8 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 48.2 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 320 | 312 | 411 | 325 | 292 | 400 | 126 | 495 | 171 | 2852 | 195 | 456 | 498 | 454 | 343 | 381 | 467 | 210 | 327 | 3331 | 6183 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 43.9 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.3 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 313 | 300 | 401 | 308 | 287 | 387 | 120 | 479 | 160 | 2755 | 185 | 447 | 470 | 442 | 330 | 373 | 454 | 198 | 314 | 3213 | 5968 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.7 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 51.8 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 302 | 276 | 362 | 295 | 283 | 319 | 117 | 430 | 145 | 2529 | 150 | 439 | 426 | 379 | 313 | 342 | 444 | 157 | 264 | 2914 | 5443 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Haywards Heath
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSet a target, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Haywards Heath
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Haywards Heath. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedEliminate Three-Putts
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMatch plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Haywards Heath
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 Haywards Heath
Get answers to common questions about playing Haywards Heath and what to expect.
How difficult is Haywards Heath for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Haywards Heath technically exacting. With a slope of 121.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Haywards Heath?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5813 yards. The back tees extend to 6183.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Haywards Heath?
With a course rating of 70.5 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 Haywards Heath and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6183.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Haywards Heath and how should I play it?
Haywards Heath 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 Haywards Heath strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 6183.0 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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