Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for South Herefordshire Golf Club (1015562)
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Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
203
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
South Herefordshire Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South Herefordshire Golf Club, 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 South Herefordshire Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about South Herefordshire Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@south-herefordshiregc.co.uk
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Facilities
Location
Upton Bishop, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7UA, UK
Course Description
South Herefordshire Golf Club is a golfing gem that offers panoramic views over Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, and the Welsh Hills. It is a friendly, welcoming golf club for all ages and abilities of golfers.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
J. Day
Opened
1990
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
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Scorecard data available for Red
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 47.9 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 301 | 572 | 201 | 376 | 459 | 347 | 167 | 431 | 370 | 3224 | 543 | 403 | 317 | 346 | 178 | 380 | 551 | 206 | 382 | 3306 | 6530 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.6 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.2 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 548 | 194 | 368 | 393 | 335 | 162 | 423 | 328 | 3043 | 531 | 389 | 313 | 340 | 170 | 335 | 515 | 199 | 369 | 3161 | 6204 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.1 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 246 | 458 | 160 | 356 | 386 | 320 | 154 | 362 | 271 | 2713 | 470 | 336 | 303 | 331 | 161 | 249 | 423 | 188 | 319 | 2780 | 5493 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for South Herefordshire Golf Club
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profileVary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for South Herefordshire Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South Herefordshire Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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Get StartedPrecision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedChip through gate, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate Three-Putts
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at South Herefordshire Golf Club
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 South Herefordshire Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing South Herefordshire Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is South Herefordshire Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, South Herefordshire Golf Club challenges consistency. With a slope of 128.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at South Herefordshire Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6012 yards. The back tees extend to 6530.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at South Herefordshire Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.0 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 South Herefordshire Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6530.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is South Herefordshire Golf Club and how should I play it?
South Herefordshire Golf Club is designed as a Parkland 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 South Herefordshire Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6530.0 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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