Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nelson Golf Club (1011696)

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

45

45 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

211

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Nelson Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Nelson, 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

Distance Control 28%Scoring 21%Aim 18%Precision 16%Dispersion 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
10.2
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Nelson

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L  9 Targets
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

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 Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Nelson.

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@nelsongolfclub.com

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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

King's Causeway, Brierfield, Nelson BB9 0EU, UK

Course Description

Nelson Golf Club is situated on a plateau overlooking Nelson and Burnley and visitors are able to reward themselves with the finest series of panoramic views of landscape it is possible to imagine. The late Dr. MacKenzie who laid out the course managed a design which has been skilfully planned to avoid any wearisome climbing. The course is laid out in two loops of nine and the 1st and 10th holes are very conveniently situated by the clubhouse.Whether you've just finished a round of golf, or require a relaxed night out, our lounge provides an ideal place to relax and enjoy being with friends and family. Our friendly bar staff, led by Alan Troy, can provide any beverage you desire from our well stocked bar, including weekly guest beers, at reasonable prices.The lounge, offering spectacular views of the golf course, is an ideal place to relax with friends and discuss your round of golf.You can enjoy light snacks in the lounge or full meals in our dining area, cooked freshly by our chef, Lydia Troy. Our Club Professional Niall Ormerod and his assistant Harry Stanworth are on hand to help with all your golfing needs.An ideal place to hold a social eventOur Club House with lounge and dining area is available for party bookings to suit any occasion. We can offer a full catering service and all the bar requirements you need, as well as offering a sound system for background music, or even discos.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

70

Type

Parkland

Architect

Alister MacKenzie

Opened

1917

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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 Nelson, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for White Alternate

Tee Insight:This course delivers nonstop par four iron tests where precision unlocks birdies, mixed with par five choices that risk bogey if drives stray, all amplified by steep slope demanding flawless position play.This course delivers nonstop par four iron tests where precision unlocks birdies, mixed with par five choices that risk bogey if drives stray, all amplified by steep slope demanding flawless position play.
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White Tee

Gender: MalePar 706007 yards5493 metersCR 69.8Bogey 92.8Slope 124

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.8 · Slope 126

Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.0 · Slope 122

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Nelson

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 45 Programs

% match to course practice profile
59% match
For White Alternate tees

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment30%
Distance Control27%
Aim16%

14 Week Flagship Program for Nelson

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

Week 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–56 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–63 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–106 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–144 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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71% match
For White Alternate tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring18%
Accuracy17%
Precision15%
72% match
For White Alternate tees

Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For White Alternate tees

Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment22%
Precision14%
76% match
For White Alternate tees

Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision24%
Aim15%
79% match
For White Alternate tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%
61% match
For White Alternate tees

Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring22%
Accuracy22%

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71% match
For Red tees

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
39% match
For Yellow tees

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%

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61% match
For Yellow tees

Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy21%
Alignment18%
72% match
For Yellow tees

Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For Yellow tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Aim22%
Alignment20%
61% match
For Yellow tees

Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy22%
Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Nelson

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Nelson

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

How difficult is Nelson for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Nelson challenges consistency. With a slope of 126.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Nelson?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5708 yards. The back tees extend to 6064.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Nelson?

With a course rating of 70.1 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Nelson and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6064.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.

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

Nelson 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 Nelson strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 126.0 and yardage reaching 6064.0 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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