52% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stromness
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
31
31 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
137
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Stromness Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Stromness, 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%Precision 20%Aim 19%Scoring 17%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.
19.2
Average HCP
11.4
Minimum HCP
32.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Stromness
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Stromness.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
enquiries@stromnessgc.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
Ness Rd, Stromness KW16, UK
Course Description
Stromness Golf Club is a seaside golf facility located in Stromness, Orkney. The club operates a golf course with fixtures, open competitions, and green fee opportunities, and maintains club facilities for members and visitors. It provides accessible information for membership, facilities, and events, and is linked to local tourism and golf networks in Orkney. The club is situated on Ness Road in Stromness (KW16 3DW) and engages with the community through social media and event calendars.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
65
Type
Links
Opened
1999
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(50 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 Stromness, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow 2012
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating short par four tests where solid drives create birdie looks but par threes spike bogey risks from iron misses forcing constant precision pressure.It plays like a scoring gauntlet with easy pars mixed against key trouble spots.
Y
Yellow 2012 Tee
Gender: MalePar 654804 yards4393 metersCR 63.7Bogey 82.5Slope 100
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.0 · BR 41.6 · Slope 102
Back Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 40.9 · Slope 98
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 65 |
| Handicap | 5 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 17 | — | 6 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 335 | 206 | 219 | 403 | 355 | 186 | 402 | 105 | 263 | 2474 | 163 | 142 | 279 | 266 | 376 | 221 | 251 | 333 | 299 | 2330 | 4804 |
R
Red 2012 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 694714 yards4310 metersCR 68.5Bogey 94.8Slope 112
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 48.1 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 46.7 · Slope 112
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | 3 | 7 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 13 | — | 6 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 335 | 206 | 219 | 403 | 325 | 186 | 402 | 105 | 263 | 2444 | 163 | 142 | 279 | 266 | 346 | 221 | 251 | 303 | 299 | 2270 | 4714 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Stromness
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 31 Programs
% match to course practice profile72% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment27%
Precision18%
Aim18%
86% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
Scoring18%
54% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Stromness
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Stromness. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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58% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
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Get Started60% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy11%
73% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment24%
Aim24%
Distance Control14%
66% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control15%
Alignment15%
65% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment24%
Accuracy17%
80% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Aim20%
Alignment20%
71% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
Alignment17%
63% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Distance Control20%
Dispersion19%
Aim16%
51% match
For Yellow 2012 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control43%
Dispersion22%
Accuracy15%
29% match
For Red 2012 tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Visualization33%
Dispersion18%
78% match
For Red 2012 tees
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim23%
Precision14%
71% match
For Red 2012 tees
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision21%
Scoring19%
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Get Started65% match
For Red 2012 tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control21%
Alignment18%
48% match
For Red 2012 tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
52% match
For Red 2012 tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory18%
57% match
For Red 2012 tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
82% match
For Red 2012 tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment23%
Precision22%
Aim20%
69% match
For Red 2012 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy21%
Precision15%
65% match
For Red 2012 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For Red 2012 tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment18%
Scoring16%
71% match
For Red 2012 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control23%
Aim18%
72% match
For Red 2012 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim28%
Alignment26%
Scoring20%
64% match
For Red 2012 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy16%
Scoring11%
57% match
For Red 2012 tees
Save par clutch, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Scoring23%
Accuracy23%
Aim19%
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Get Started59% match
For Red 2012 tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control42%
Precision13%
Dispersion11%
64% match
For Red 2012 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Aim21%
Distance Control21%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Stromness
Get answers to common questions about playing Stromness and what to expect.
How difficult is Stromness for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Stromness technically exacting. The 100.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 63.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 65.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Stromness?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4759 yards. The back tees extend to 4804.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Stromness?
With a course rating of 63.7 and par 65, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 65 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Stromness and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 4804.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Stromness and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Stromness strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 100.0 and yardage reaching 4804.0 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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