Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Visualization8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
West Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for West, 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
Precision 25%Scoring 21%Distance Control 18%Dispersion 17%Accuracy 16%
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.
21.8
Average HCP
12.4
Minimum HCP
37.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for West
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about West.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
office@royalashdown.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
Off Chapel Lane
Course Information
Holes
36
Par
68
Type
Links
Opened
1889
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for West
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileThread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Dispersion23%
Distance Control22%
Precision21%
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment23%
Accuracy22%
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Trajectory20%
Mechanics20%
16 Week Flagship Program for West
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for West. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Vary Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 33.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 15–16≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
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Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Land inside 2 feet, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy32%
Precision9%
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min33 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment22%
Precision11%
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
Scoring15%
Stop close from tight lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP3 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy21%
Aim11%
Hit within 10 yards, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP4 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision25%
Scoring18%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at West
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 West
Get answers to common questions about playing West and what to expect.
How difficult is West for mid-handicap golfers?
West is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at West?
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 West?
With a course rating of 70 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is West and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is West and how should I play it?
West is designed as a Links 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.
What features make West 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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