Land inside 2 feet, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mid Sussex Golf Club (1011263)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
202
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
Mid Sussex Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mid Sussex, 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 Mid Sussex
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Scattered 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.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players 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.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mid Sussex.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
lee@midsussexgolfclub.co.uk
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Facilities
Location
Spatham Ln, Ditchling BN6 8XJ, UK
Course Description
So much more than just a Golf Course....Course and practise: Alongside our 6,500 yard parkland golf course, we have a member's driving range, a 3 hole practise course, 2 custom fit bays and our new 7 hole short course, allowing novice and junior golfers to play alongside more experienced players and still be competitive. Shop and Coaching: But that is not all - our 5 golf professionals offer individual and group coaching, retail knowledge and advice in our Golf Superstore and on the course to all abilities, as well as using 'Trackman' and 'Flightscope' technology to ensure your swing is getting all the support and attention it deserves.Visiting Golfers: Mid Sussex Golf Club welcomes Corporate and Charity Days, societies and green fees players. Call Mike on 01273 841835 for availability and details.Clubhouse: Our attractive 'Raffles style' clubhouse offers a picturesque retreat to all for Breakfast, Morning Coffee, Lunch, Afternoon or Cream Tea. Non members welcome, and don't miss our Sunday Carvery (reservations normally required, please call 01273 847812) Social membership available at no charge, offering you 10% discount on all your casual food and drink. Can't say fairer than that !Weddings and Functions: Our spacious restaurant, bar and conservatory is the perfect venue to host weddings, parties and corporate events, and our chefs ensure the perfect catering for up to 120 guests. Add to this our fully licensed bar and civil ceremony license for up to 100 guests, and you really see why all our past brides and grooms rave about their wedding day.Christmas: our Christmas Parties are legendary!!! Whether you want an exclusive lunch or dinner for 80 - 100 guests, or your 8 employees want to join others to create a party atmosphere, Mid Sussex Golf Club can help. Book early to avoid disappointment.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Architect
David Williams & Andrew Murray
Opened
1995
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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 Mid Sussex, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 42.5 · Slope 110
Back Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 43.4 · Slope 112
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 269 | 414 | 367 | 274 | 114 | 344 | 294 | 130 | 435 | 2641 | 457 | 292 | 338 | 120 | 433 | 132 | 273 | 362 | 348 | 2755 | 5396 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 45.5 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 47.3 · Slope 119
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 281 | 463 | 410 | 336 | 141 | 411 | 337 | 179 | 522 | 3080 | 521 | 375 | 398 | 165 | 546 | 165 | 293 | 455 | 429 | 3347 | 6427 |
Green Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.3 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 52.8 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 279 | 449 | 389 | 274 | 134 | 365 | 326 | 130 | 484 | 2830 | 506 | 292 | 380 | 141 | 433 | 158 | 288 | 437 | 405 | 3040 | 5870 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.5 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.0 · Slope 121
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 269 | 414 | 367 | 274 | 114 | 344 | 294 | 130 | 435 | 2641 | 457 | 292 | 338 | 120 | 433 | 132 | 273 | 362 | 348 | 2755 | 5396 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mid Sussex
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profileFeel the distance, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Mid Sussex
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mid Sussex. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make Every Putt Count Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint flops, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Mid Sussex
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 Mid Sussex
Get answers to common questions about playing Mid Sussex and what to expect.
How difficult is Mid Sussex for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Mid Sussex technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 71.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mid Sussex?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5912 yards. The back tees extend to 6427.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Mid Sussex?
With a course rating of 71.1 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Mid Sussex and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6427.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Mid Sussex and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links 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 Mid Sussex strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 117.0 and yardage reaching 6427.0 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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