28% match
For Red 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 Lochmaben
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
42
42 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
Lochmaben Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lochmaben, 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 22%Aim 19%Precision 18%Accuracy 15%
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
9.6
Minimum HCP
32.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lochmaben
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery
Discover opportunities amongst irons undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lochmaben.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
enquiries@lochmabengolf.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
Castlehill Gate, Lochmaben, Lockerbie DG11, UK
Course Description
Lochmaben Golf Club is a historic golf course in Dumfries and Galloway, renowned for its wildlife and picturesque Kirk Loch views. The parkland course offers a challenging yet scenic round with well-maintained greens and a welcoming clubhouse experience. Located near the M74, the club serves both members and visitors with open competitions and a friendly golf community. The venue emphasizes year-round play, hospitality, and a strong sense of local tradition among players of all levels.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1926
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⭐4.7(276 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 Lochmaben, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course packs short par fours that force wedge precision on every loop with par threes adding full shot variety, while back nine slope spikes bogey risks demanding flawless short game saves.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 705812 yards5314 metersCR 68.5Bogey 92.1Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 42.2 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.9 · Slope 141
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 320 | 184 | 137 | 303 | 359 | 397 | 289 | 122 | 285 | 2396 | 447 | 513 | 144 | 420 | 331 | 441 | 376 | 424 | 320 | 3416 | 5812 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 705919 yards5412 metersCR 69.0Bogey 92.9Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.9 · BR 42.5 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 50.4 · Slope 143
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 320 | 184 | 190 | 303 | 359 | 397 | 289 | 122 | 285 | 2449 | 447 | 513 | 133 | 420 | 331 | 506 | 376 | 424 | 320 | 3470 | 5919 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 705798 yards5302 metersCR 68.4Bogey 91.8Slope 126
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 42.3 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 49.5 · Slope 138
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 5 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 316 | 178 | 188 | 302 | 357 | 398 | 284 | 120 | 268 | 2411 | 442 | 513 | 144 | 419 | 331 | 448 | 359 | 413 | 318 | 3387 | 5798 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705099 yards4663 metersCR 70.1Bogey 100.1Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.1 · BR 45.8 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 54.3 · Slope 138
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 70 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 17 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 251 | 181 | 137 | 265 | 307 | 375 | 233 | 120 | 228 | 2097 | 387 | 454 | 134 | 360 | 314 | 416 | 299 | 370 | 268 | 3002 | 5099 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lochmaben
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 42 Programs
% match to course practice profile61% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Aim41%
Precision15%
Dispersion13%
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Get Started68% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Scoring31%
Alignment18%
Aim17%
61% match
For Red tees
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
Precision21%
13 Week Flagship Program for Lochmaben
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lochmaben. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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76% match
For Red tees
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy16%
36% match
For Red tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
77% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring22%
Aim16%
Distance Control16%
68% match
For Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring20%
Distance Control20%
71% match
For Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Aim21%
Distance Control15%
63% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy15%
Visualization13%
61% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Scoring19%
Alignment13%
63% match
For Red tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
62% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim16%
Dispersion14%
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Get Started62% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control17%
Aim13%
60% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control14%
32% match
For White tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control37%
Visualization37%
Dispersion18%
74% match
For White tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Precision19%
Dispersion16%
66% match
For White tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion16%
63% match
For White tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control14%
Scoring14%
36% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
70% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
63% match
For White tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
67% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim24%
Alignment22%
Precision14%
70% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision20%
Aim11%
71% 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%
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Get Started53% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Distance Control43%
Trajectory24%
Scoring14%
67% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment24%
Aim23%
71% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy20%
Distance Control17%
Scoring15%
80% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
Precision15%
51% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy32%
Alignment17%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring17%
Distance Control16%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Pick spot and trust, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Scoring20%
Precision12%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Open up and fly, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Scoring20%
Aim19%
40% match
For Yellow tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
51% match
For Yellow tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
69% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
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Get Started64% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring34%
Alignment18%
Accuracy17%
65% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim16%
Precision13%
64% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min21 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Precision24%
Dispersion24%
54% match
For Blue tees
Land softly, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills
Trajectory26%
Precision19%
Mechanics19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Lochmaben
Get answers to common questions about playing Lochmaben and what to expect.
How difficult is Lochmaben for mid-handicap golfers?
Lochmaben is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 69.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lochmaben?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5509 yards. The back tees extend to 5919.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Lochmaben?
With a course rating of 69.0 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 Lochmaben and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5919.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Lochmaben 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 Lochmaben strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 5919.0 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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