41% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Largs
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
175
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
Largs Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Largs, 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 28%Scoring 21%Aim 19%Precision 16%Alignment 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.
20
Average HCP
11.3
Minimum HCP
34.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Largs
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 | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered 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 | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Largs.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@largsgolfclub.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
Irvine Rd, Largs KA30 8EU, UK
Course Description
Established in 1891, Largs Golf Club is situated to the south of Largs, North Ayrshire, enjoying spectacular views over the Clyde estuary and the neighbouring islands of Cumbrae, Bute, and Arran.Our superb 18-hole parkland course has been rated as the best conditioned in the West of Scotland, nestling under Kelburn Castle's wooded estate noted for an abundance of wildlife. The manicured greens are the envy of other clubs. Combined with lush fairways, meandering burns and tree-lined dog-legs, the course offers a fair but rewarding challenge for golfers of all abilities.We extend our hospitality and a warm Scottish welcome to all. Visitors are always welcome, and tee times can be booked online. We also offer a range of competitively priced packages which can be tailored to suit any size of visiting parties or societies. The professional's shop is well stocked and can supply all your golfing needs. Pull trolleys, electric trolleys, and ride-on buggies can be hired.Our clubhouse and restaurant provide a terrific setting for all types of functions. Members of the public are most welcome to dine provided they pre-book. We have hosted weddings, business conferences, staff nights and all forms of family occasions.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1891
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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 Largs, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course forces repeated tight decisions on par four approaches where misses spark bogey chains, especially as back nine ramps up trouble through tougher ratings.Player meets constant second shot pressure on reachable par fours risking doubles without sharp control.
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 685754 yards5261 metersCR 68.7Bogey 92.6Slope 128
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 44.8 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.8 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | 13 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 3 | — | 10 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 128 | 363 | 438 | 183 | 262 | 350 | 366 | 159 | 378 | 2627 | 382 | 379 | 453 | 372 | 140 | 430 | 322 | 312 | 337 | 3127 | 5754 |
L
Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705472 yards5004 metersCR 73.2Bogey 102.7Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.4 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.3 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 3 | — | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 349 | 422 | 177 | 363 | 130 | 400 | 313 | 298 | 284 | 2736 | 349 | 422 | 177 | 363 | 130 | 400 | 313 | 298 | 284 | 2736 | 5472 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735440 yards4974 metersCR 72.8Bogey 103.3Slope 130
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.8 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.5 · Slope 134
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 73 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 3 | — | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 110 | 349 | 422 | 177 | 251 | 345 | 351 | 144 | 375 | 2524 | 354 | 368 | 406 | 363 | 130 | 400 | 313 | 298 | 284 | 2916 | 5440 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Largs
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile29% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
54% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
61% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control17%
11 Week Flagship Program for Largs
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Largs. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
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Get Started42% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
43% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Alignment14%
65% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Accuracy19%
Scoring16%
60% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control23%
Precision14%
71% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment28%
Scoring25%
Aim22%
69% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Accuracy16%
63% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment19%
Dispersion13%
79% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Thread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control24%
Aim14%
55% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Scoring23%
Alignment23%
57% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control22%
Alignment19%
72% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
Dispersion16%
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Get Started69% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy17%
Alignment14%
67% match
For Ladies 9 Hole Red Composite tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Precision36%
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
51% match
For Red tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization23%
70% match
For Red tees
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision19%
Accuracy16%
79% match
For Red tees
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring22%
Aim15%
51% match
For Red tees
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
57% match
For Red tees
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring21%
Trajectory14%
36% match
For Red tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min32 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Mechanics26%
Precision26%
62% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy17%
59% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy22%
Alignment21%
63% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control21%
Aim16%
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Get Started62% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Aim22%
Accuracy13%
79% match
For Red tees
Set up for success, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment28%
Scoring23%
Aim20%
69% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy20%
Scoring17%
Distance Control14%
58% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control21%
Precision20%
57% match
For Red tees
Thread the gap, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP5 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control20%
Aim19%
58% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control17%
51% match
For Yellow tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control28%
Visualization24%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Alignment23%
Distance Control14%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim34%
Scoring27%
Alignment19%
44% match
For Yellow tees
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
49% match
For Yellow tees
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Alignment20%
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Get Started64% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control18%
Aim16%
Dispersion16%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Precision19%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment25%
Accuracy15%
81% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control18%
Precision16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Largs
Get answers to common questions about playing Largs and what to expect.
How difficult is Largs for mid-handicap golfers?
Largs is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 128.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Largs?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5597 yards. The back tees extend to 5754.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Largs?
With a course rating of 68.7 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Largs and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5754.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Largs and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland 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 Largs strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 5754.0 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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