Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Knotty Hill Golf Centre
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Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
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
Princes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Princes, 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 29%Distance Control 24%Aim 17%Accuracy 16%Alignment 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.
17.6
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
32.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Princes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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 Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range30 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Princes.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
knottyhill@btconnect.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
Old Durham Road
Course Description
Knotty Hill Golf Centre is a pay-and-play golf facility offering a diverse range of golfing experiences, including two 18-hole parkland courses, a 9-hole course, and extensive practice facilities. The centre features indoor and outdoor ranges, putting and chipping greens, and a practice bunker to cater to players of all abilities. It operates as a 45-hole centre with tee times available from Tuesday to Sunday, and bookings can be made at reception or by phone. Located in the region, the facility also offers driving range access, foot golf, competitions, and memberships for dedicated golfers.
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Course Information
Holes
45
Par
72
Type
Links
Opened
1992
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Princes
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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% match to course practice profileChip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy19%
Scoring18%
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Dispersion14%
Scoring14%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
13 Week Flagship Program for Princes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Princes. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
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Get StartedConsistent wedge length, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control43%
Scoring26%
Accuracy19%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim26%
Scoring23%
Distance Control19%
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring24%
Aim15%
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Aim20%
Distance Control16%
Test your setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring35%
Alignment32%
Aim21%
Check clubface, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Alignment28%
Aim20%
Scoring19%
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim15%
Precision14%
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control23%
Precision14%
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Princes
Get answers to common questions about playing Princes and what to expect.
How difficult is Princes for mid-handicap golfers?
Princes is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Princes?
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 Princes?
With a course rating of 70 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 Princes and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Princes and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links style. 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 Princes 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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