Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Test Valley.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Test Valley, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Everything you need to know about Test Valley.
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Test Valley Golf Club is a premier golf facility nestled near Basingstoke, Hampshire, offering a challenging course set in picturesque countryside. The club provides a welcoming clubhouse with dining options, and hosts a range of events including golf days, weddings, conferences, and social occasions. It features tuition and an adult academy, along with member services and a fully equipped pro shop. Visitors can book tee times, participate in societies, and enjoy a variety of club events and hospitality in the UK.
golf course • golf club membership • tee time booking • golf days • golf societies • weddings venue • corporate events • clubhouse dining • sunday lunch • tuition • adult academy • scorecards handicaps • front 9 flyover • back 9 flyover • pro shop • events • meetings • celebrations • conference venue • recreation
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Darcy/Wright
Opened
1992
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Test Valley hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Test Valley hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Test Valley hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Test Valley hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Test Valley. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 43 days 60 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
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Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedConsistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Test Valley and what to expect.
Test Valley is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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.
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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