Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Southwold Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
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
Southwold (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Southwold (Alternate Tees), 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 31%Distance Control 19%Precision 18%Accuracy 16%Aim 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.
24.1
Average HCP
13.9
Minimum HCP
40
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Southwold (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods 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.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Landing Spot
Land the ball in the landing spot using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Southwold (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mail@southwoldgolfclub.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
The Common
Course Description
Southwold Golf Club is a traditional members club featuring a coastal nine-hole heathland golf course with dunes and views of the Southwold coastline. Located at The Common, Southwold, IP18 6TB, the club offers visitor tee times, membership options, a thriving Mens and Ladies section, and a bar/restaurant with locally sourced food. The course is known for free-draining soils, gorse, and bunkering, providing a challenge to golfers of all abilities in East Anglia. The club also operates a professional shop and hosts social events and competitions in a welcoming coastal setting.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Harry Vardon, James Braid
Opened
1884
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Southwold (Alternate Tees)
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 profileFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
Dial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring21%
Distance Control13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Southwold (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Southwold (Alternate Tees). 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory14%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision28%
Aim18%
Scoring12%
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring18%
Accuracy17%
Pinpoint pitches, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision35%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control31%
Visualization22%
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring21%
Aim19%
Alignment18%
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills
Trajectory24%
Scoring20%
Precision19%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwold (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Southwold (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Southwold (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Southwold (Alternate Tees) 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 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Southwold (Alternate Tees)?
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 Southwold (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Southwold (Alternate Tees) 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 Southwold (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?
Southwold (Alternate Tees) 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 Southwold (Alternate Tees) 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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