60% match
For Red 2017 tees
Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hintlesham Golf Club (1008579)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
207
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
Hintlesham Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hintlesham, 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 29%Scoring 21%Precision 18%Aim 16%Accuracy 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.
19
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hintlesham
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range30 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hintlesham.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
henry@hintleshamgolfclub.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
Ipswich IP8 3JG, UK
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Martin Hawtree
Opened
1990
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⭐4.7(293 reviews)
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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 Hintlesham, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red 2017
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers ongoing tests of wedge precision and putting calm through clusters of short par fours and par threes, heightening short game risks while back nine ramps subtle scoring pressure.No numbers essential.
R
Red - Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 685416 yards4952 metersCR 65.9Bogey 87.4Slope 116
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 42.7 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.7 · Slope 121
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 285 | 310 | 421 | 152 | 329 | 136 | 230 | 329 | 411 | 2603 | 171 | 364 | 326 | 153 | 347 | 424 | 292 | 321 | 415 | 2813 | 5416 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726583 yards6019 metersCR 71.3Bogey 94.4Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.0 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.4 · Slope 124
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 407 | 372 | 502 | 217 | 402 | 153 | 321 | 389 | 489 | 3252 | 196 | 439 | 386 | 171 | 456 | 498 | 337 | 398 | 450 | 3331 | 6583 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 726055 yards5537 metersCR 68.5Bogey 90.8Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.1 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.7 · Slope 121
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 336 | 470 | 194 | 349 | 146 | 272 | 374 | 483 | 2987 | 181 | 397 | 354 | 159 | 389 | 472 | 310 | 375 | 431 | 3068 | 6055 |
R
Red 2017 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725416 yards4952 metersCR 71.3Bogey 100.7Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 49.0 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.7 · Slope 130
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 285 | 310 | 421 | 152 | 329 | 136 | 230 | 329 | 411 | 2603 | 171 | 364 | 326 | 153 | 347 | 424 | 292 | 321 | 415 | 2813 | 5416 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hintlesham
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 profile48% match
For Red 2017 tees
Square up, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control29%
Alignment22%
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Get Started59% match
For Red 2017 tees
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
19% match
For Red 2017 tees
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
14 Week Flagship Program for Hintlesham
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hintlesham. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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70% match
For Red 2017 tees
Pick your spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%
73% match
For Red 2017 tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment24%
Scoring24%
Distance Control23%
70% match
For Red 2017 tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy19%
Scoring19%
Aim14%
69% match
For Red 2017 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
75% match
For Red 2017 tees
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision14%
Scoring13%
64% match
For Red 2017 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim22%
Alignment20%
Scoring17%
68% match
For Red 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy20%
Scoring20%
76% match
For Red 2017 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision23%
Aim14%
61% match
For Red 2017 tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
43% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started47% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
62% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment24%
Precision16%
57% match
For White tees
Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Alignment30%
Accuracy28%
Distance Control22%
68% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy24%
Aim19%
51% match
For White tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
64% match
For White tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
48% match
For White tees
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
60% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Alignment23%
Scoring23%
61% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy24%
Alignment16%
69% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment19%
Scoring19%
69% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim24%
Scoring18%
Precision17%
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Get Started63% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control23%
Scoring22%
72% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision16%
72% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision16%
Scoring14%
64% match
For Yellow tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring37%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy15%
52% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control29%
Visualization25%
56% match
For Yellow tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills
Aim34%
Distance Control20%
Precision18%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
48% match
For Yellow tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
55% match
For Yellow tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment22%
Scoring14%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy18%
Precision18%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
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Get Started62% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control19%
Alignment15%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion14%
48% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Alignment27%
Scoring20%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy22%
Scoring14%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision15%
Aim15%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control28%
Trajectory11%
25% match
For Red - Men tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
65% match
For Red - Men tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring17%
Trajectory11%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hintlesham
Get answers to common questions about playing Hintlesham and what to expect.
How difficult is Hintlesham for mid-handicap golfers?
Hintlesham presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 71.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hintlesham?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6583.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Hintlesham?
With a course rating of 71.3 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Hintlesham and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6583.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Hintlesham 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 Hintlesham strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 6583.0 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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