27% match
For White M/B tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ironwood Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
189
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Meath/Birr Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Meath/Birr, 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 24%Distance Control 24%Aim 18%Accuracy 16%Precision 16%
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.
17.6
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
30
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Meath/Birr
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Meath/Birr.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mike@ironwoodgolfcourse.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
W270 N6166 Moraine Drive
Course Description
Ironwood Golf Course is a multi-course golf facility located in Sussex, Wisconsin, featuring three distinct 9-hole layouts designed to challenge players of varying skill. The venue supports outings, leagues, and tournaments, and offers a full facility including a banquet area, party barn, practice facility, golf shop, and snack bar/patio. Guests can reserve tee times online and access gift certificates as well as an e-club for updates. Located on natural rolling terrain, Ironwood emphasizes accessible play for weekend golfers and fundraising events while providing options for competitive play on tougher tee positions.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Greg Martin
Opened
1996
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(437 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 Meath/Birr, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White M/B
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests with back-to-back par fours and long par fives creating position pressure, where tough holes amplify bogey risks on repeated long shots.
B
Black M/B Tee
Gender: MalePar 726641 yards6073 metersCR 72.3Bogey 96.2Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 48.0 · Slope 129
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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | — | 10 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 202 | 278 | 340 | 440 | 547 | 149 | 494 | 411 | 3233 | 407 | 336 | 525 | 166 | 407 | 517 | 466 | 176 | 408 | 3408 | 6641 |
R
Red M/B Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724801 yards4390 metersCR 68.4Bogey 93.9Slope 109
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 46.9 · Slope 109
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | — | 8 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 290 | 135 | 204 | 269 | 338 | 374 | 97 | 359 | 310 | 2376 | 284 | 235 | 420 | 105 | 270 | 387 | 354 | 94 | 276 | 2425 | 4801 |
W
White M/B Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725742 yards5250 metersCR 73.3Bogey 102.0Slope 122
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.0 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.0 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | — | 8 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 323 | 160 | 235 | 302 | 387 | 498 | 129 | 460 | 362 | 2856 | 353 | 295 | 462 | 116 | 331 | 438 | 412 | 129 | 350 | 2886 | 5742 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Meath/Birr
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile67% match
For White M/B tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
67% match
For White M/B tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring29%
Distance Control11%
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Get Started41% match
For White M/B tees
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
11 Week Flagship Program for Meath/Birr
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Meath/Birr. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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62% match
For White M/B tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
66% match
For White M/B tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
67% match
For White M/B tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control22%
Aim15%
69% match
For White M/B tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
76% match
For White M/B tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim20%
Scoring20%
65% match
For White M/B tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Alignment21%
Distance Control21%
68% match
For White M/B tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For White M/B tees
Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy25%
Alignment19%
Distance Control18%
63% match
For White M/B tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Aim18%
Scoring14%
51% match
For White M/B tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim35%
Scoring33%
Alignment18%
65% match
For White M/B tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control18%
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Get Started76% match
For White M/B tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring23%
Precision14%
67% match
For White M/B tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring23%
Distance Control14%
68% match
For White M/B tees
Stop on a dime, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim13%
Accuracy13%
41% match
For Red M/B tees
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
41% match
For Red M/B tees
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
53% match
For Red M/B tees
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills
Precision36%
Aim26%
Distance Control18%
16% match
For Red M/B tees
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
73% match
For Red M/B tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Scoring23%
Alignment17%
65% match
For Red M/B tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control21%
Alignment18%
68% match
For Red M/B tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For Red M/B tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
62% match
For Red M/B tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control25%
Scoring19%
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Get Started76% match
For Red M/B tees
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring30%
Aim21%
Accuracy20%
72% match
For Red M/B tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring16%
Precision16%
58% match
For Red M/B tees
Stop on a dime, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Accuracy22%
Alignment12%
68% match
For Black M/B tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For Black M/B tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim24%
Alignment21%
Distance Control17%
67% match
For Black M/B tees
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring20%
Alignment15%
60% match
For Black M/B tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
34% match
For Black M/B tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
78% match
For Black M/B tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
41% match
For Black M/B tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
42% match
For Black M/B tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
67% match
For Black M/B tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment20%
Scoring16%
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Get Started80% match
For Black M/B tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim19%
Accuracy15%
68% match
For Black M/B tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For Black M/B tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment18%
Scoring18%
68% match
For Black M/B tees
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion15%
58% match
For Black M/B tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Alignment22%
Scoring17%
66% match
For Black M/B tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy26%
Scoring14%
78% match
For Black M/B tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Scoring19%
Distance Control19%
Aim16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Meath/Birr
Get answers to common questions about playing Meath/Birr and what to expect.
How difficult is Meath/Birr for mid-handicap golfers?
Meath/Birr is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 72.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Meath/Birr?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5721 yards. The back tees extend to 6641.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Meath/Birr?
With a course rating of 72.3 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 Meath/Birr and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6641.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Meath/Birr 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 Meath/Birr strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 6641.0 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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