Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Nelson.
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
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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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King's Causeway, Brierfield, Nelson BB9 0EU, UK
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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Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alister MacKenzie
Opened
1917
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Scorecard
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
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.8 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.0 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 163 | 482 | 306 | 347 | 174 | 427 | 378 | 373 | 3005 | 403 | 168 | 552 | 153 | 421 | 472 | 183 | 339 | 311 | 3002 | 6007 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.8 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.6 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 163 | 482 | 306 | 347 | 174 | 427 | 378 | 373 | 3005 | 403 | 168 | 552 | 153 | 421 | 472 | 183 | 339 | 368 | 3059 | 6064 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.9 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 44.5 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 338 | 136 | 475 | 296 | 330 | 160 | 431 | 368 | 365 | 2899 | 396 | 153 | 481 | 139 | 388 | 441 | 149 | 321 | 304 | 2772 | 5671 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.8 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 317 | 114 | 460 | 281 | 298 | 148 | 419 | 344 | 358 | 2739 | 388 | 139 | 464 | 122 | 379 | 427 | 118 | 278 | 298 | 2613 | 5352 |
Drill Library
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Programs
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 profileStop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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.
Full 53 days 73 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
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 the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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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Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl short iron height, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedConvert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Challenge limits, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedSquare up, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Nelson and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
Measuring 6064.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
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.
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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