65% match
For White Back tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ralston
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
179
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
Ralston Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ralston, 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 26%Scoring 26%Accuracy 16%Aim 15%Precision 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.
15.6
Average HCP
9
Minimum HCP
27.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ralston
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ralston.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
thesecretary@ralstongolf.co.uk
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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
Strathmore Ave, Paisley PA1 3DT, UK
Course Description
Ralston Golf Club is a premier parkland golf club in West Central Scotland, located on the boundary between Glasgow and Paisley, just a 10-minute drive from Glasgow city centre. The course, designed by James Braid, is a well-maintained 18-hole parkland with a par of 70, offering all-year-round golf and first-class practice facilities. The club welcomes visitors and offers a range of membership packages, plus a thriving social scene and clubhouse catering. The Pro-Shop and facilities, including dining and events, support members and visiting parties alike.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid, Willie Fernie
Opened
1904
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(205 reviews)
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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 Ralston, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White Back
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant par four tests that pressure iron consistency on every side, with back nine slope building extra risk on key approaches where misses cost strokes. Expect steady decisions on position over power to match the balanced difficulty spread.
W
White Back Tee
Gender: MalePar 706180 yards5651 metersCR 70.6Bogey 94.0Slope 126
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.4 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.6 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 445 | 400 | 384 | 323 | 392 | 190 | 372 | 159 | 3037 | 464 | 175 | 308 | 160 | 369 | 495 | 478 | 332 | 362 | 3143 | 6180 |
W
White Forward Tee
Gender: MalePar 706124 yards5600 metersCR 70.5Bogey 93.7Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.1 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.6 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 372 | 445 | 344 | 384 | 323 | 392 | 190 | 372 | 159 | 2981 | 464 | 175 | 308 | 160 | 369 | 495 | 478 | 332 | 362 | 3143 | 6124 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 715795 yards5299 metersCR 68.5Bogey 91.4Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 45.1 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 46.3 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | — | 4 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 437 | 344 | 354 | 303 | 346 | 191 | 361 | 132 | 2823 | 483 | 168 | 297 | 141 | 348 | 470 | 454 | 302 | 309 | 2972 | 5795 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725312 yards4857 metersCR 71.8Bogey 101.6Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.2 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.4 · Slope 129
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 17 | — | 14 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 344 | 365 | 311 | 301 | 248 | 341 | 179 | 354 | 119 | 2562 | 456 | 161 | 273 | 114 | 308 | 459 | 355 | 316 | 308 | 2750 | 5312 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ralston
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile42% match
For White Back tees
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min17 HCP3 drills
Visualization33%
Distance Control33%
Dispersion18%
74% match
For White Back tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Alignment22%
Distance Control20%
79% match
For White Back tees
Stick flops to green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring23%
Alignment17%
10 Week Flagship Program for Ralston
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ralston. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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62% match
For White Back tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Precision24%
Dispersion13%
63% match
For White Back tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
67% match
For White Back tees
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control21%
Aim16%
55% match
For White Back tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Get Started44% match
For White Back tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
53% match
For White Back tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Scoring25%
Alignment18%
71% match
For White Back tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%
64% match
For White Back tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For White Back tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring21%
Distance Control15%
69% match
For White Back tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Scoring19%
Distance Control15%
70% match
For White Back tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring23%
Distance Control23%
69% match
For White Back tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision14%
Dispersion14%
62% match
For White Back tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy36%
Scoring21%
Alignment17%
24% match
For Yellow tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Save par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory17%
Scoring16%
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Get Started78% match
For Yellow tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control18%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization21%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
14% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
43% match
For Yellow tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For Yellow tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring24%
Aim23%
Distance Control17%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control24%
Alignment17%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
63% match
For Yellow tees
Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring25%
Distance Control16%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment26%
Accuracy24%
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Get Started61% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim26%
Alignment16%
Dispersion14%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
Scoring15%
79% match
For Yellow tees
Turn into birdies, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Aim19%
Precision16%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision12%
Scoring12%
63% match
For White Forward tees
Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
54% match
For White Forward tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy23%
Visualization23%
73% match
For White Forward tees
Turn into par saves, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy21%
66% match
For White Forward tees
Check setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control17%
Aim13%
73% match
For White Forward tees
Consistent wedge length, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP9 drills
Distance Control39%
Scoring28%
Accuracy14%
59% match
For White Forward tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
71% match
For Red tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring19%
Alignment17%
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Get Started64% match
For Red tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
54% match
For Red tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control30%
Visualization27%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ralston
Get answers to common questions about playing Ralston and what to expect.
How difficult is Ralston for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Ralston technically exacting. The 126.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ralston?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5746 yards. The back tees extend to 6180.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Ralston?
With a course rating of 70.6 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 Ralston and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6180.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Ralston 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 Ralston strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 126.0 and yardage reaching 6180.0 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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