Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Royal Epping Forest Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Royal Epping Forest Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Royal Epping Forest, 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
Scoring 29%Distance Control 24%Precision 17%Accuracy 15%Aim 13%
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.
19
Average HCP
12.2
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Royal Epping Forest
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Royal Epping Forest.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
office@refgc.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
Forest Approach
Course Description
The (NELA) is a loosely affiliated group of Chartered Surveyors who organise Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for members.We aim to provide sufficient CPD hours so members are able to achieve mandatory requirements for the year.We are a non-profit organisation which relies on its committee members and excellent speakers to give up their time for free.Our CPD meetings are usually held at the Royal Epping Forest Golf Club, in Chingford, close to the station. We are an open and friendly group of surveyors, and anyone is invited.Our events are published through the RICS website, but if you wish to be put on our mailing list, please contact us direct.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1888
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Royal Epping Forest
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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% match to course practice profileStop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring16%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy28%
Precision9%
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
17 Week Flagship Program for Royal Epping Forest
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Royal Epping Forest. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 17 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Stick Approach From Hazards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 15–17≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP9 drills
Trajectory26%
Precision23%
Scoring16%
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Alignment25%
Distance Control18%
Scoring18%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring19%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control17%
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Get StartedHit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim23%
Scoring17%
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics19%
Aim17%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Stick to wedge line, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Royal Epping Forest
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 Royal Epping Forest
Get answers to common questions about playing Royal Epping Forest and what to expect.
How difficult is Royal Epping Forest for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Royal Epping Forest technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Royal Epping Forest?
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 Royal Epping Forest?
With a course rating of 70 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 Royal Epping Forest and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Royal Epping Forest 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 Royal Epping Forest 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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