Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pike Hills Golf Club (1012932)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
43
43 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
166
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
Pike Hills Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pike Hills, 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 Pike Hills
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 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.
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.</p>
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pike Hills.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
secretary@pikehillsgolfclub.co.uk
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Facilities
Location
Tadcaster Rd, Askham Bryan, York YO23 3UW, UK
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Opened
1946
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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 Pike Hills, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red - 2018
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 47.0 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.3 · Slope 135
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 325 | 509 | 291 | 338 | 420 | 287 | 141 | 484 | 205 | 3000 | 450 | 309 | 397 | 334 | 419 | 157 | 410 | 304 | 384 | 3164 | 6164 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 46.2 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.7 · Slope 130
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 316 | 504 | 292 | 326 | 381 | 253 | 130 | 482 | 180 | 2864 | 424 | 302 | 392 | 297 | 311 | 141 | 404 | 272 | 382 | 2925 | 5789 |
Red - 2018 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 52.4 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 53.6 · Slope 141
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 314 | 496 | 290 | 317 | 375 | 235 | 119 | 478 | 167 | 2791 | 381 | 295 | 389 | 284 | 298 | 134 | 402 | 267 | 372 | 2822 | 5613 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pike Hills
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 43 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl Every 6 Ft Putt
Pinpoint chips, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for Pike Hills
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pike Hills. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
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 · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSink Every Mid Putt
Hit intended line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Pike Hills
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 Pike Hills
Get answers to common questions about playing Pike Hills and what to expect.
How difficult is Pike Hills for mid-handicap golfers?
Pike Hills presents a demanding test. At 133.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 70.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pike Hills?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5888 yards. The back tees extend to 6164.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Pike Hills?
With a course rating of 70.6 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 Pike Hills and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6164.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Pike Hills and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Pike Hills strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6164.0 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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