48% match
For White 2017 tees
Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Strathpeffer Spa
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
205
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Strathpeffer Spa Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Strathpeffer Spa, 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 25%Scoring 22%Aim 18%Precision 18%Accuracy 14%
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.
18.9
Average HCP
11.2
Minimum HCP
33.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Strathpeffer Spa
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing 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
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Strathpeffer Spa.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mail@strathpeffergolf.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
Golf Course Road, Strathpeffer IV14 9AS, UK
Course Description
Strathpeffer Spa Golf Club is a historic golf club located in the Highlands of Scotland, founded in 1888. The course, one of the original designs associated with Tom Morris of St Andrews, is renowned for its panoramic Peffery valley views and dramatic highland scenery. Visitors and members enjoy a traditional Scottish golf experience with a warm, informal clubhouse atmosphere that showcases Highland hospitality. The club is situated in Strathpeffer, Ross-shire, offering a scenic destination for golf enthusiasts exploring northwest Scotland.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Architect
Old Tom Morris
Opened
1888
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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 Strathpeffer Spa, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White 2017
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This layout plays like a precision test with clusters of short par threes and fours pressuring irons and touch, while back nine markers and par fives add bogey risks.
W
White 2017 Tee
Gender: MalePar 675001 yards4573 metersCR 64.9Bogey 86.2Slope 115
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 42.5 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 43.7 · Slope 118
| 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 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 33 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 67 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 3 | — | 8 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 330 | 264 | 197 | 210 | 123 | 181 | 288 | 317 | 450 | 2360 | 159 | 233 | 306 | 323 | 151 | 475 | 370 | 291 | 333 | 2641 | 5001 |
Y
Yellow 2017 Tee
Gender: MalePar 654617 yards4222 metersCR 63.4Bogey 84.0Slope 111
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.5 · BR 41.5 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 31.9 · BR 42.5 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 32 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 65 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 3 | — | 8 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 317 | 244 | 176 | 210 | 116 | 171 | 264 | 283 | 383 | 2164 | 150 | 230 | 278 | 310 | 145 | 386 | 365 | 266 | 323 | 2453 | 4617 |
Y
Yellow 9 Hole Composite Tee
Gender: MalePar 644208 yards3848 metersCR 62.0Bogey 82.0Slope 108
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.0 · BR 41.0 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 31.0 · BR 41.0 · Slope 108
| 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 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 3 | — | 8 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 317 | 244 | 176 | 210 | 116 | 171 | 264 | 283 | 323 | 2104 | 317 | 244 | 176 | 210 | 116 | 171 | 264 | 283 | 323 | 2104 | 4208 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Strathpeffer Spa
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 profile79% match
For White 2017 tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Precision18%
Distance Control17%
Scoring17%
48% match
For White 2017 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
62% match
For White 2017 tees
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
14 Week Flagship Program for Strathpeffer Spa
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Strathpeffer Spa. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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69% match
For White 2017 tees
Consistent wedge length, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control42%
Scoring26%
Accuracy17%
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Get Started60% match
For White 2017 tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Aim21%
Alignment20%
19% match
For White 2017 tees
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
74% match
For White 2017 tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring21%
Alignment21%
71% match
For White 2017 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy19%
Precision14%
71% match
For White 2017 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For White 2017 tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment19%
Scoring18%
55% match
For White 2017 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Distance Control39%
Alignment16%
Trajectory13%
60% match
For White 2017 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Scoring18%
Dispersion15%
62% match
For White 2017 tees
Approach from hazards, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring25%
Visualization10%
67% match
For White 2017 tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision21%
Aim17%
49% match
For White 2017 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment29%
Distance Control20%
64% match
For White 2017 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Precision25%
Scoring11%
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Get Started33% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Sink long putts, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min7 HCP5 drills
Visualization47%
Distance Control36%
Dispersion10%
72% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Challenge limits, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion16%
64% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Save par, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring41%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy10%
65% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Turn into birdies, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Aim23%
Distance Control15%
66% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Dispersion36%
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
48% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
70% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim17%
Scoring17%
80% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy18%
Scoring18%
74% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
47% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy38%
Alignment24%
Distance Control21%
64% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control18%
Aim18%
60% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Alignment22%
Scoring20%
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Get Started71% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision20%
Accuracy16%
75% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Scoring15%
58% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring28%
Distance Control20%
70% match
For Yellow 9 Hole Composite tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control27%
Aim14%
47% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
66% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
71% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
62% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision28%
Trajectory12%
75% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Set a target, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Aim24%
Scoring18%
Distance Control18%
46% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
45% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
74% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
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Get Started72% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Alignment23%
Scoring22%
77% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring21%
Distance Control18%
Accuracy15%
65% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
61% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control19%
Alignment15%
59% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision34%
Aim19%
Distance Control16%
46% match
For Yellow 2017 tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Aim33%
Alignment23%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Strathpeffer Spa
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Strathpeffer Spa
Get answers to common questions about playing Strathpeffer Spa and what to expect.
How difficult is Strathpeffer Spa for mid-handicap golfers?
Strathpeffer Spa presents a demanding test. The 115.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 64.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Strathpeffer Spa?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4604 yards. The back tees extend to 5001.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Strathpeffer Spa?
With a course rating of 64.9 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 Strathpeffer Spa and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5001.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Strathpeffer Spa 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 Strathpeffer Spa strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 115.0 and yardage reaching 5001.0 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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