Fly out and stop close, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Newbridge Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
206
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
Newbridge Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Newbridge Golf Club, 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 Newbridge Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short irons (9,8) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel 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
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 | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Newbridge Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
captain@newbridgegolfclub.com
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Facilities
Location
Barrettstown Rd, Tankardsgarden, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, W12 FY52, Ireland
Course Description
Newbridge Golf Club is a regional golf facility in Barretstown, Newbridge, County Kildare, Ireland. The club operates a full golf course with member programs, fixtures, and social events, including junior golf and inter-club activities. It provides clubhouse amenities, a pro shop, and access to member and visitor tee times, with online booking and various dining and catering options on site. The club emphasizes its One Club Model and a range of competitive and recreational golf activities for members and visitors in the Midlands Ireland region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Pat Suttle
Opened
1997
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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 Newbridge Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 48.5 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.3 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 481 | 330 | 173 | 558 | 365 | 147 | 439 | 397 | 499 | 3389 | 467 | 185 | 338 | 396 | 190 | 315 | 410 | 405 | 510 | 3216 | 6605 |
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 44.7 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 43.0 · Slope 115
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 389 | 292 | 131 | 398 | 348 | 129 | 331 | 366 | 427 | 2811 | 340 | 159 | 291 | 242 | 127 | 289 | 385 | 289 | 375 | 2497 | 5308 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.4 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.5 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 470 | 300 | 170 | 529 | 361 | 139 | 408 | 374 | 475 | 3226 | 455 | 173 | 317 | 373 | 171 | 303 | 392 | 366 | 490 | 3040 | 6266 |
Blue Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 54.9 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 52.0 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 470 | 292 | 170 | 529 | 361 | 139 | 408 | 374 | 475 | 3218 | 455 | 173 | 317 | 373 | 171 | 303 | 392 | 366 | 490 | 3040 | 6258 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.9 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.9 · Slope 115
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 389 | 292 | 131 | 398 | 348 | 129 | 331 | 366 | 427 | 2811 | 340 | 159 | 291 | 242 | 127 | 289 | 385 | 289 | 375 | 2497 | 5308 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Newbridge Golf Club
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileChip through gate, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Newbridge Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Newbridge Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Visualize perfect sand, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot soft, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPrecision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick your spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedChip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedThread the gap, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Newbridge Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
18 Holes Open 3 Person Champagne Scramble
4/1/2026
18 Holes Open Fourball Stableford
4/1/2026
18 Holes Singles Stableford
4/8/2026
18 Holes Singles Stableford
4/15/2026
18 Holes Singles Stableford
4/22/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Newbridge Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Newbridge Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Newbridge Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Newbridge Golf Club challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 72.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Newbridge Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5956 yards. The back tees extend to 6605.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Newbridge Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.2 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 Newbridge Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6605.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Newbridge Golf Club and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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 Newbridge Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6605.0 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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