Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Montgomery Bell Golf Course

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Montgomery Bell Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Montgomery Bell, 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

Precision 23%Scoring 21%Distance Control 21%Aim 18%Alignment 14%

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.

19.2

Average HCP

8.9

Minimum HCP

33.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Montgomery Bell

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

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.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Montgomery Bell.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

1020 Jackson Hill Road

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Gary Roger Baird

Opened

1973

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Montgomery Bell

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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Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Distance Control16%

Aim12%

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Vary Landing Spot

Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Distance Control31%

Alignment19%

Precision16%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Montgomery Bell

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Montgomery Bell. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Vary Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Leave tap-ins, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min31 HCP9 drills

Precision34%

Scoring20%

Aim12%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Aim26%

Distance Control24%

Precision16%

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Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Check setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Distance Control22%

Aim16%

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Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Distance Control38%

Dispersion15%

Precision11%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control17%

Dispersion16%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Aim21%

Distance Control16%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision32%

Aim17%

Scoring16%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Montgomery Bell

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 Montgomery Bell

Get answers to common questions about playing Montgomery Bell and what to expect.

How difficult is Montgomery Bell for mid-handicap golfers?

Montgomery Bell presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Montgomery Bell?

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 Montgomery Bell?

With a course rating of 70 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 Montgomery Bell and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland 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 Montgomery Bell 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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