72% match
For White tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control18%
Scoring13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Thames Valley Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
37
37 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
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
Hickory Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hickory, 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 27%Distance Control 23%Precision 19%Aim 16%Trajectory 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.
19.8
Average HCP
12.6
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hickory
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hickory.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
850 Sunninghill Avenue
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
32
Type
Parkland
Architect
John Innes
Opened
1930
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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 Hickory, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 644440 yards4060 metersCR 61.2Bogey 79.0Slope 96
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.6 · BR 39.5 · Slope 96
Back Nine · CR 30.6 · BR 39.5 · Slope 96
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 88 | 248 | 208 | 342 | 407 | 161 | 121 | 307 | 338 | 2220 | 88 | 248 | 208 | 342 | 407 | 161 | 121 | 307 | 338 | 2220 | 4440 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 643924 yards3588 metersCR 59.4Bogey 76.7Slope 93
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 29.7 · BR 38.3 · Slope 93
Back Nine · CR 29.7 · BR 38.3 · Slope 93
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 70 | 226 | 177 | 298 | 391 | 121 | 111 | 293 | 275 | 1962 | 70 | 226 | 177 | 298 | 391 | 121 | 111 | 293 | 275 | 1962 | 3924 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 644252 yards3888 metersCR 60.6Bogey 78.3Slope 95
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 39.1 · Slope 95
Back Nine · CR 30.3 · BR 39.1 · Slope 95
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 79 | 237 | 191 | 325 | 399 | 149 | 116 | 300 | 330 | 2126 | 79 | 237 | 191 | 325 | 399 | 149 | 116 | 300 | 330 | 2126 | 4252 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 664440 yards4060 metersCR 64.8Bogey 89.3Slope 104
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 44.6 · Slope 104
Back Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 44.6 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 88 | 248 | 208 | 342 | 407 | 161 | 121 | 307 | 338 | 2220 | 88 | 248 | 208 | 342 | 407 | 161 | 121 | 307 | 338 | 2220 | 4440 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 663924 yards3588 metersCR 61.8Bogey 84.5Slope 96
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.9 · BR 42.2 · Slope 96
Back Nine · CR 30.9 · BR 42.2 · Slope 96
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 70 | 226 | 177 | 298 | 391 | 121 | 111 | 293 | 275 | 1962 | 70 | 226 | 177 | 298 | 391 | 121 | 111 | 293 | 275 | 1962 | 3924 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 664252 yards3888 metersCR 63.6Bogey 87.6Slope 102
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 31.8 · BR 43.8 · Slope 102
Back Nine · CR 31.8 · BR 43.8 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 79 | 237 | 191 | 325 | 399 | 149 | 116 | 300 | 330 | 2126 | 79 | 237 | 191 | 325 | 399 | 149 | 116 | 300 | 330 | 2126 | 4252 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hickory
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 37 Programs
% match to course practice profile51% match
For White tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
61% match
For White tees
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
72% match
For White tees
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
12 Week Flagship Program for Hickory
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hickory. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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66% match
For White tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment23%
Distance Control19%
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Get Started65% match
For White tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy18%
Trajectory17%
64% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control37%
Precision14%
Dispersion11%
36% match
For Blue tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
51% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP5 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control32%
Visualization22%
65% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
45% match
For Blue tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
66% match
For Blue tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
63% match
For Red tees
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
80% match
For Red tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision17%
Aim17%
56% match
For Red tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring24%
Distance Control14%
65% match
For Red tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Scoring20%
Distance Control20%
59% match
For Red tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
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Get Started67% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Precision18%
Dispersion15%
54% match
For Red tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
24% match
For White tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
61% match
For White tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
59% match
For White tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Aim23%
Distance Control20%
46% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Scoring14%
68% match
For White tees
Control mid iron rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring24%
Trajectory14%
50% match
For White tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
33% match
For White tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
59% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy20%
Scoring14%
70% match
For Blue tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For Blue tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment20%
Aim15%
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Get Started65% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
55% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
53% match
For Blue tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics19%
Aim17%
72% match
For Red tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control20%
Alignment18%
70% match
For Red tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
53% match
For Red tees
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy18%
Dispersion11%
60% match
For Red tees
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
67% match
For Red tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills
Trajectory27%
Precision24%
Scoring21%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hickory
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory
Get answers to common questions about playing Hickory and what to expect.
How difficult is Hickory for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Hickory technically exacting. With a slope of 104.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 64.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 32.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hickory?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4182 yards. The back tees extend to 4440.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Hickory?
With a course rating of 64.8 and par 32, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 32 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Hickory and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 4440.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Hickory and how should I play it?
Hickory 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 Hickory strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 104.0 and yardage reaching 4440.0 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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