Trust your read, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Low Laithes Golf Club (1010548)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
224
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
Low Laithes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Low Laithes, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Low Laithes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Low Laithes.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@lowlaithesgolfclub.co.uk
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Facilities
Location
Park Mill Ln, Ossett, Wakefield, Nr Wakefield WF5 9AP, UK
Course Description
Low Laithes Golf Club is a historic golf club located in West Yorkshire, England. Founded in 1925, it features an 18-hole parkland course designed by renowned architect Dr. Alister MacKenzie, offering rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and mature trees. The club provides a welcoming clubhouse with dining and social facilities, fostering a strong community among its members, visitors, and guests. It also operates a visitor booking system and hosts opens and other golf events, making it a cherished destination for golf enthusiasts in the region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Dr. Alister MacKenzie
Opened
1925
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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 Low Laithes, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red Alternate 14a for 11
Orange Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 43.0 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.7 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 38 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 312 | 368 | 343 | 145 | 281 | 309 | 410 | 131 | 368 | 2667 | 252 | 255 | 141 | 490 | 382 | 342 | 311 | 363 | 508 | 3044 | 5711 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 43.8 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 48.9 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 38 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 329 | 396 | 359 | 159 | 290 | 323 | 424 | 150 | 363 | 2793 | 274 | 274 | 177 | 511 | 389 | 365 | 404 | 451 | 508 | 3353 | 6146 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.6 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 53.0 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 319 | 325 | 358 | 158 | 287 | 261 | 392 | 122 | 352 | 2574 | 273 | 270 | 165 | 453 | 374 | 297 | 383 | 363 | 452 | 3030 | 5604 |
Red Alternate 14a for 11 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 50.2 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 53.4 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 320 | 326 | 358 | 144 | 289 | 258 | 394 | 124 | 349 | 2562 | 274 | 273 | 139 | 454 | 374 | 296 | 312 | 368 | 456 | 2946 | 5508 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.0 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 39.7 · BR 56.1 · Slope 139
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 39 | 75 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 329 | 396 | 359 | 159 | 290 | 323 | 424 | 150 | 363 | 2793 | 274 | 274 | 177 | 511 | 389 | 365 | 404 | 451 | 508 | 3353 | 6146 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Low Laithes
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profileAchieve long-range accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Low Laithes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Low Laithes. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set a target, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set a target, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Low Laithes
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Low Laithes
Get answers to common questions about playing Low Laithes and what to expect.
How difficult is Low Laithes for mid-handicap golfers?
Low Laithes is regarded as a strategically complex layout. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 75.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Low Laithes?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5827 yards. The back tees extend to 6146.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Low Laithes?
With a course rating of 75.7 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 Low Laithes and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6146.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Low Laithes 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 Low Laithes strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6146.0 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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