Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Holywell Bay Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Newquay, Cornwall, England

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Pitch and Putt Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pitch and Putt, 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 30%Scoring 23%Dispersion 15%Accuracy 15%Precision 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.

15.4

Average HCP

8.5

Minimum HCP

29.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pitch and Putt

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery

Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pitch and Putt.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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golf@holywellbay.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

Holywell Bay

Course Description

Holywell Bay Golf offers coastal golf on the North Cornwall coast near Newquay, featuring two 18-hole courses and a 16-hole mini golf among other attractions. The venue provides a family-friendly, seaside golf experience with scenic fairways, challenging layouts, and facilities for visitors, including golf lessons and ticketed pricing. Located on the North Cornwall coast, the club emphasizes welcoming players of all levels and offers a range of golfing options from traditional courses to pitch-and-putt and miniature golf.

par-3 course • eighteen-hole golf • pitch-and-putt • mini golf • coastal golf • north cornwall • newquay • family friendly golf • golf lessons • seasonal tickets • admission prices • opening times • golf fixtures • visiting us • food and drink • golf club • cornwall • golf courses • sea views • beginners • experienced golfers • recreation

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pitch and Putt

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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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Match Clubface to Target

Get square, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills

Alignment32%

Distance Control27%

Accuracy26%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Hit the green with the perfect arc

Perfect short iron arc, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min32 HCP7 drills

Trajectory29%

Mechanics26%

Precision26%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Pitch and Putt

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pitch and Putt. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy27%

Scoring20%

Distance Control18%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control21%

Accuracy19%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Distance Control21%

Aim17%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills

Distance Control19%

Aim18%

Scoring13%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Keep within 6 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP3 drills

Dispersion42%

Distance Control22%

Scoring18%

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP6 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring23%

Trajectory14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pitch and Putt

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 Pitch and Putt

Get answers to common questions about playing Pitch and Putt and what to expect.

How difficult is Pitch and Putt for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Pitch and Putt technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pitch and Putt?

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 Pitch and Putt?

With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Pitch and Putt 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 Pitch and Putt and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Links 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 Pitch and Putt 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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