Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Royal Automobile Club Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
19
19 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
96
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
Old Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old, 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 21%Precision 20%Dispersion 14%Aim 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.
18.6
Average HCP
10.7
Minimum HCP
34.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Old
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Old.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@royalautomobileclub.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
Wilmerhatch Lane
Course Description
Founded in 1897 with the aim of encouraging the development of motoring in Britain, today the Royal Automobile Club is one of London's finest private members' clubs, combining over 100 years of luxury and tradition with exceptional facilities and outstanding service. Members enjoy unlimited access to two superb clubhouses; the Pall Mall clubhouse, in the very heart of London, contains a unique range of accommodation, dining and sporting facilities, including what is arguably the finest swimming pool in London. The Woodcote Park clubhouse is set in 350 acres of Surrey parkland, complete with two 18 hole golf courses, together with a variety of other sports facilities, dining and accommodation. We are here to celebrate and inspire progress. If you are looking for recognition for your skills and the chance to explore your full potential, you've come to the right place.
pall mall • woodcote park • private members club • golf courses • turkish baths • swimming pool • gym • dining lounges • sports and wellbeing • accommodation • events • motoring heritage • heritage and history • clubhouse amenities • fine dining • family facilities • luxury hospitality • motoring events • british motoring culture • luxury club • motoring • dining • members' amenities • recreation
Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1913
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Old
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 19 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Open up and fly, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Scoring18%
Accuracy16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Old
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision29%
Trajectory20%
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Get StartedVisualize long lines, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min9 HCP6 drills
Distance Control48%
Visualization40%
Dispersion12%
Visualize long lines, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control40%
Visualization34%
Dispersion18%
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control19%
Scoring16%
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control29%
Visualization23%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy17%
Aim14%
Save par, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy23%
Visualization8%
Pinpoint chips, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control24%
Alignment16%
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control31%
Visualization21%
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision35%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory21%
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills
Trajectory27%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
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Get StartedReduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Old
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Old
Get answers to common questions about playing Old and what to expect.
How difficult is Old for mid-handicap golfers?
Old presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Old?
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 Old?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Old and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Old 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 Old 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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