41% match
For Red 2017 tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stinchcombe Hill Golf Club (1016191)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
42
42 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Stinchcombe Hill Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Stinchcombe Hill, 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 28%Aim 19%Precision 19%Scoring 18%Alignment 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.
19.9
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
32.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Stinchcombe Hill
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Stinchcombe Hill.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@stinchcombehill.plus.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
Dursley GL11, UK
Course Description
Stinchcombe Hill Golf Club is a historic golf club in England known for its scenic course set on the southern edge of the Cotswold Escarpment above the Severn Valley. Formed in 1889 and redesigned by notable architects, it offers a challenging test for golfers of all handicaps while delivering spectacular views. Located in the Cotswolds region, the club emphasizes hospitality, maintaining traditional golfing standards and a welcoming atmosphere for members and visitors alike.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1889
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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 Stinchcombe Hill, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red 2017
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating tests of iron accuracy on varied par fours with short par threes adding touch demands, while the tougher back nine raises recovery pressure through higher difficulty ratings.This course delivers repeating tests of iron accuracy on varied par fours with short par threes adding touch demands, while the tougher back nine raises recovery pressure through higher difficulty ratings.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 685801 yards5304 metersCR 68.6Bogey 90.6Slope 119
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.7 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.9 · Slope 121
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 273 | 416 | 431 | 209 | 373 | 136 | 438 | 368 | 164 | 2808 | 461 | 136 | 328 | 438 | 352 | 143 | 310 | 322 | 503 | 2993 | 5801 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 685608 yards5128 metersCR 67.5Bogey 88.8Slope 115
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.1 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 44.7 · Slope 115
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 268 | 403 | 423 | 206 | 370 | 128 | 433 | 364 | 147 | 2742 | 402 | 130 | 324 | 428 | 348 | 138 | 303 | 318 | 475 | 2866 | 5608 |
R
Red 2017 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715349 yards4891 metersCR 71.5Bogey 101.3Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 49.8 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.5 · Slope 130
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 256 | 411 | 415 | 168 | 373 | 96 | 378 | 362 | 129 | 2588 | 389 | 132 | 279 | 419 | 320 | 140 | 281 | 322 | 479 | 2761 | 5349 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Stinchcombe Hill
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 42 Programs
% match to course practice profile41% match
For Red 2017 tees
Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
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Get Started77% match
For Red 2017 tees
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring18%
Alignment16%
75% match
For Red 2017 tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring23%
Precision12%
12 Week Flagship Program for Stinchcombe Hill
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Stinchcombe Hill. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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55% match
For Red 2017 tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
52% match
For Red 2017 tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
76% match
For Red 2017 tees
Pitch long distances, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim18%
Trajectory16%
61% match
For Red 2017 tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion20%
29% match
For Red 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
42% match
For Red 2017 tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Dispersion25%
Visualization22%
78% match
For Red 2017 tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Scoring20%
Alignment18%
70% match
For Red 2017 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring20%
Accuracy15%
71% match
For Red 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Dispersion14%
53% match
For Red 2017 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment29%
Dispersion14%
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Get Started57% match
For Red 2017 tees
Thread the needle, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP4 drills
Precision33%
Aim23%
Distance Control17%
74% match
For Red 2017 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Alignment21%
Aim19%
Scoring18%
65% match
For Red 2017 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment23%
Accuracy20%
65% match
For Red 2017 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Red 2017 tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment25%
Accuracy16%
70% match
For Red 2017 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Aim17%
Distance Control15%
47% match
For White tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
60% match
For White tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring25%
Distance Control21%
70% match
For White tees
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Dispersion20%
Distance Control19%
Aim19%
45% match
For White tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
49% match
For White tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
54% match
For White tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
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Get Started77% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Aim22%
Alignment21%
60% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment25%
Accuracy23%
65% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For White tees
Make par, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Aim20%
Distance Control12%
70% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision26%
Dispersion12%
74% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim32%
Distance Control18%
Alignment13%
63% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy21%
Scoring17%
71% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim16%
Precision15%
59% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
70% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Aim19%
Distance Control19%
55% match
For Yellow tees
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Alignment14%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision21%
Alignment13%
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Get Started68% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
Dispersion16%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Aim27%
Scoring15%
43% match
For Yellow tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP6 drills
Mechanics30%
Trajectory27%
Precision19%
52% match
For Yellow tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min23 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Scoring19%
Mechanics15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Stinchcombe Hill
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Stinchcombe Hill
Get answers to common questions about playing Stinchcombe Hill and what to expect.
How difficult is Stinchcombe Hill for mid-handicap golfers?
Stinchcombe Hill is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 119.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Stinchcombe Hill?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5575 yards. The back tees extend to 5801.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Stinchcombe Hill?
With a course rating of 68.6 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 Stinchcombe Hill and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5801.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Stinchcombe Hill and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Stinchcombe Hill strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 119.0 and yardage reaching 5801.0 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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