39% match
For Blue tees
Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Scoring8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Scotscraig
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Scotscraig Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Scotscraig, 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 29%Scoring 24%Aim 15%Precision 15%Accuracy 15%
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.
17.2
Average HCP
9.5
Minimum HCP
29.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Scotscraig
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Backswing
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Scotscraig.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
scotscraig@scottishgolf.com
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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
Golf Rd, Tayport DD6 9DZ, UK
Course Description
The course at Scotscraig is situated just 15 minutes from the Old Course in St Andrews and was designed by Old Tom Morris and James Braid. It is one of the world's oldest golf clubs, established in 1817. Members and visitors can enjoy all-year golf on the sand-based turf at Scotscraig thanks to its quality and superb maintenance. The course was a six-time Open Qualifier venue from 1984 to 2001 and has hosted prestigious tournaments such as the Scottish Seniors Championship in 2002, the Ladies Home Internationals in 2013, and the Scottish Boys and Girls Amateur Championships in 2017. Justin Rose described it as "a great course, great greens, and very friendly."The memorabilia displayed throughout Scotscraig's original clubhouse is a wonderful feature. Visitors can gather and dine in our Scotscraig clubhouse, which oozes character. Whether you're looking for a business luncheon, a celebration, or just a meal and a drink, our clubhouse, steeped in golfing history, is the place for you.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Links
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1817
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(263 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 Scotscraig, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through par fours needing drive-iron precision on a high-slope layout. Occasional par fives introduce layup choices with bogey threats peaking on select hard holes.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 716669 yards6098 metersCR 72.5Bogey 95.9Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.5 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 48.4 · Slope 128
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 17 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 402 | 407 | 214 | 366 | 453 | 150 | 401 | 422 | 484 | 3299 | 404 | 459 | 389 | 165 | 523 | 175 | 479 | 380 | 396 | 3370 | 6669 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 716550 yards5989 metersCR 72.0Bogey 95.0Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.6 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 48.4 · Slope 127
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 17 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 402 | 374 | 214 | 366 | 402 | 150 | 401 | 387 | 484 | 3180 | 404 | 459 | 389 | 165 | 523 | 175 | 479 | 380 | 396 | 3370 | 6550 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 716310 yards5770 metersCR 70.8Bogey 93.6Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.0 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.6 · Slope 125
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 5 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 17 | — | 10 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 384 | 364 | 201 | 351 | 392 | 137 | 385 | 379 | 470 | 3063 | 386 | 448 | 379 | 150 | 512 | 163 | 467 | 366 | 376 | 3247 | 6310 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Scotscraig
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
61% match
For Blue tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring36%
Aim18%
Alignment15%
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Get Started71% match
For Blue tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control16%
11 Week Flagship Program for Scotscraig
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Scotscraig. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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67% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring24%
Trajectory22%
61% match
For Blue tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
54% match
For Blue tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
31% match
For Blue tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Mechanics27%
Precision26%
Trajectory17%
47% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
59% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Aim26%
Alignment24%
66% match
For Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control42%
Precision15%
Aim11%
78% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring23%
Trajectory13%
62% match
For Blue tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring30%
Distance Control14%
74% match
For Blue tees
Thread the gap, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control28%
Scoring22%
54% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment38%
Distance Control27%
Aim16%
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Get Started73% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Dispersion15%
Accuracy13%
64% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For Blue tees
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control18%
Scoring15%
60% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Precision29%
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
48% match
For Yellow tees
Gauge speed accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Alignment8%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Sand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Aim24%
Scoring23%
Distance Control16%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring28%
Distance Control20%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment21%
Distance Control19%
62% match
For Yellow tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Trajectory27%
Distance Control22%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
63% match
For Yellow tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started47% match
For Yellow tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control16%
Alignment15%
80% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy18%
Scoring15%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion17%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control23%
Aim19%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim22%
Alignment21%
Distance Control19%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy20%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
64% match
For Yellow tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
61% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision33%
Alignment11%
23% match
For White tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
73% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment19%
Accuracy13%
81% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot soft, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision18%
Accuracy16%
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Get Started60% match
For White tees
Aim for soft landing, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control23%
Scoring12%
67% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Dispersion18%
Accuracy15%
30% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
79% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring31%
Accuracy18%
38% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control47%
Visualization33%
Dispersion12%
50% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization26%
Dispersion25%
Distance Control24%
55% match
For White tees
Set up for success, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment33%
Aim22%
Scoring20%
69% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy25%
Alignment14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Scotscraig
Get answers to common questions about playing Scotscraig and what to expect.
How difficult is Scotscraig for mid-handicap golfers?
Scotscraig presents a demanding test. With a slope of 127.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Scotscraig?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6490 yards. The back tees extend to 6669.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Scotscraig?
With a course rating of 72.5 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 Scotscraig and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6669.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Scotscraig and how should I play it?
Scotscraig 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 Scotscraig strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6669.0 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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