Practice Programs

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Longniddry, ELN, United Kingdom
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Total Programs

46

46 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

209

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

11

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+5 more

Longniddry Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Longniddry, 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 26%Distance Control 26%Precision 19%Aim 14%Dispersion 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.

19.3
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
33.2
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Longniddry

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Diagram for Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Diagram for All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Diagram for Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular 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.

Diagram for Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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 Longniddry.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

secretary@longniddrygolfclub.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

Links Rd, Longniddry EH32 0NL, UK

Course Description

Formed in 1921, Longniddry Golf Club in East Lothian the cradle of golf, is situated on the south shore of the Firth of Forth, arguably the finest stretch of golfing coastline in Scotland, 18 miles east of Edinburgh, now recognised as Scotland's Golf Coast. Longniddry is the closest seaside course to Edinburgh, comprising an unusual combination of woodland and links, with spectacular sea views from many holes. We currently have vacancies for full and 5 day membership, with ladies particularly welcome. If you'd like to become a member of Longniddry Golf Club, please call Club Secretary, Jo Kelly on 01875 852141 to discuss our flexible membership terms or email secretary@longniddrygolfclub.co.uk to receive details. Visitors can expect a warm welcome at this private member club and tee times may be reserved in advance which is recommended. There's a well stocked Pro Shop with buggies and trolleys. The Clubhouse is open from early till late, with two bars and a dining room. Longniddry remains very playable during the winter months, with the main greens in play if there's no hard frost and no fairway mats. In recognition of this, we have a range special Winter offers covering November to March including Winter Membership for only £350 and no joining fee. Call 01875 852141 for further information.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

68

Type

Links

Architect

H. S. Colt

Opened

1921

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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 Longniddry, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Red (Women) 2014

Tee Insight:This course rolls out constant par four tests blending short and standard lengths that pressure tee accuracy and iron placement, spiking score risks on select tough stretches while front nine tilts harder.
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Red (Men) 2014 Tee

Gender: MalePar 685785 yards5290 metersCR 68.6Bogey 90.2Slope 116

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.8 · Slope 119

Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.4 · Slope 113

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par444343444344443443443468
Handicap137115517311961610141221848
Yardage386413442168303151408360348297935331832615539538213135838828065785

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Longniddry

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 profile
40% match
For Red (Women) 2014 tees

Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion30%
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%

13 Week Flagship Program for Longniddry

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Longniddry. 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 13 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–23 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–54 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–63 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–77 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–96 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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77% match
For Red (Women) 2014 tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring19%
Dispersion18%

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67% match
For Red (Women) 2014 tees

Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Accuracy19%
Distance Control14%
76% match
For Red (Women) 2014 tees

Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
67% match
For Red (Women) 2014 tees

Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Precision19%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy17%
40% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
42% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
47% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%

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60% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
55% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment20%
Accuracy13%
70% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment23%
Scoring23%
Aim21%
70% match
For Blue (Women) 2014 tees

Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim18%
Accuracy16%

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79% match
For White 2014 tees

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring22%
Dispersion18%
70% match
For White 2014 tees

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
64% match
For White 2014 tees

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
59% match
For Red (Men) 2014 tees

Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
74% match
For Red (Men) 2014 tees

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy15%
47% match
For Red (Men) 2014 tees

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory14%
81% match
For Red (Men) 2014 tees

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
70% match
For Red (Men) 2014 tees

Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Alignment20%
Distance Control19%

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63% match
For Red (Men) 2014 tees

Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy19%
Precision16%
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Longniddry

Get answers to common questions about playing Longniddry and what to expect.

How difficult is Longniddry for mid-handicap golfers?

Longniddry presents a demanding test. With a slope of 121.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Longniddry?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5706 yards. The back tees extend to 6260.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Longniddry?

With a course rating of 70.8 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Longniddry and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6260.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.

What type of course is Longniddry and how should I play it?

Longniddry is designed as a Links layout. 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 Longniddry strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 6260.0 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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