Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rookwood Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
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
Rookwood Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rookwood, 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 Rookwood
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Rookwood.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
rookwood@ccgclubs.com
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Facilities
Location
Robin Hood Lane
Course Description
Rookwood Golf Course is a pay-and-play golf facility located in Warnham, near Horsham in West Sussex, England. The course features a par 72, approximately 6,200 yards of parkland with mature woodland, challenging greens, and strategic bunkers suitable for both experienced players and learners. The venue also offers Footgolf and Pitch ’n’ Putt options, family-friendly activities, and various golf days and seasonal ticket arrangements, with a Barn venue for food and drink. Visitors can book tee times online and access multiple offers and visitor options through the course’s site.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rookwood
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileBuild putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Rookwood
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rookwood. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedEliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Rookwood
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 Rookwood
Get answers to common questions about playing Rookwood and what to expect.
How difficult is Rookwood for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Rookwood technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rookwood?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Rookwood?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Rookwood and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Rookwood 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 Rookwood strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 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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