Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Meadow Brook Golf Club
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Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
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
Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees), 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 Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
bob@meadowbrookgolfclub.org
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Facilities
Location
292 Grove Street
Course Description
The golf course, designed byAlexander Findlay, boasts four tees to accomodate all levels of golfers, thus allowing players of varying skill levels to play more or less course as they wish. The Championship Tee measures 6850 yards with a rating and slope of 74.2/135. The Member Tee is 6203 yards with a rating and slope of 71.3/126. The Player's Tee is the traditional Meadowbrook set-up at 6599 yards with a rating and slope of 73.1/128. The forward Tee measures 5699 yards and has a rating and slope of 74.9/131. It is truly a golf course that offers a challenging round to all levels of players.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alexander Findlay/Wayne Stiles/Geoffrey Cornish
Opened
1898
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)
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 profileHit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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 StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)
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 Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)?
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 Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees)?
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 Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?
Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) is designed as a Parkland 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 Meadow Brook (Alternate Tees) 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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