Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
87
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
The South Buckinghamshire Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The South Buckinghamshire, 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 26%Distance Control 24%Accuracy 17%Aim 16%Precision 14%
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.
16.8
Average HCP
9.1
Minimum HCP
33.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The South Buckinghamshire
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
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 from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | 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
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The South Buckinghamshire.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
GolfEnquiries@southbucks.gov.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
Park Road, Stoke Poges
Course Description
The South Buckinghamshire Golf Course is a mature public parkland golf facility open to all, offering 130 acres of woodland and a friendly clubhouse with a varied food menu. The site emphasizes value for money, with facilities including The Birches bar for meals and private or corporate events, and a pro shop. It provides guest access via green fees, course tours, and function room hire, and hosts societies and corporate days in Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire. Open from early morning to early evening, it also features course status updates and local weather information for visitors.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Colt/Hawtree
Opened
1975
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The South Buckinghamshire
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 profileRoll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim20%
Scoring19%
Distance Control19%
Set up for success, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Accuracy26%
Distance Control24%
13 Week Flagship Program for The South Buckinghamshire
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The South Buckinghamshire. 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
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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Consistent wedge length, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min8 HCP9 drills
Distance Control41%
Scoring27%
Accuracy13%
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision31%
Scoring9%
Turn lies into pars, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim38%
Dispersion15%
Distance Control14%
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Get StartedLeave inside 5 feet, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Aim21%
Check clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control21%
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion14%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Mechanics22%
Precision21%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The South Buckinghamshire
Get answers to common questions about playing The South Buckinghamshire and what to expect.
How difficult is The South Buckinghamshire for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, The South Buckinghamshire challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The South Buckinghamshire?
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 The South Buckinghamshire?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The South Buckinghamshire and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is The South Buckinghamshire and how should I play it?
The South Buckinghamshire 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 The South Buckinghamshire 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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