Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
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Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Watergarden Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Watergarden, 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 29%Distance Control 25%Precision 17%Accuracy 14%Trajectory 12%
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.
14.9
Average HCP
7.8
Minimum HCP
29.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Watergarden
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Watergarden.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
emma@theplayersgolfclub.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
Wapley Road
Course Description
The Players Club is a Bristol-area golf destination offering three distinctive courses and comprehensive facilities, including range and short game areas, plus on-site accommodations and event spaces. The club hosts weddings, conferences, and social events, with Stay & Play packages that combine golf, accommodation, and flexibility for groups. It features Codrington, Stranahan, and Watergarden courses, along with practice facilities and a membership program. Located near Junction 18 of the M4 in Chipping Sodbury, it serves regional golfers and event clients with a focus on for-golf experiences and group bookings.
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Course Information
Holes
45
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dr. Michael Hurdzan, Jack Kidwell
Opened
2009
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Watergarden
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control40%
Scoring19%
Trajectory14%
Check clubface, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Watergarden
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Watergarden. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land 3–4 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Set up par or better, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min11 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision26%
Distance Control17%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring24%
Accuracy22%
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Precision20%
Scoring20%
Distance Control19%
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
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Get StartedLand softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim24%
Distance Control15%
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Control woods height, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision20%
Scoring19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Watergarden
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Watergarden
Get answers to common questions about playing Watergarden and what to expect.
How difficult is Watergarden for mid-handicap golfers?
Watergarden 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 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Watergarden?
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.
What is considered a good score at Watergarden?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Watergarden and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Watergarden and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Watergarden strategically challenging?
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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