60% match
For Yellow tees
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Theydon Bois Golf Club (1017243)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
211
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
Theydon Bois Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Theydon Bois, 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 25%Distance Control 22%Precision 21%Aim 19%Dispersion 11%
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.
19.2
Average HCP
11
Minimum HCP
32
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Theydon Bois
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Theydon Bois.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
clubmanager@theydongolf.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
Theydon Road, Epping CM16 4EH, United Kingdom
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1897
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⭐4.5(178 reviews)
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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 Theydon Bois, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This short par-heavy course forces repeated precise irons on compact par fours where misses lead to bogey pressure and occasional blowups on tougher stretches due to steep slope rating.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 685432 yards4967 metersCR 68.7Bogey 91.9Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.6 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.3 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 292 | 398 | 142 | 436 | 285 | 355 | 366 | 175 | 332 | 2781 | 404 | 320 | 292 | 375 | 322 | 131 | 260 | 350 | 197 | 2651 | 5432 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 685206 yards4760 metersCR 67.4Bogey 90.2Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.5 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.7 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 368 | 134 | 426 | 276 | 349 | 353 | 157 | 317 | 2660 | 394 | 311 | 279 | 368 | 310 | 119 | 247 | 341 | 177 | 2546 | 5206 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705118 yards4680 metersCR 72.1Bogey 101.9Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 52.1 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 49.8 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 261 | 351 | 123 | 437 | 271 | 328 | 362 | 159 | 318 | 2610 | 399 | 316 | 268 | 352 | 321 | 128 | 250 | 309 | 165 | 2508 | 5118 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705206 yards4760 metersCR 72.1Bogey 103.5Slope 133
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 52.8 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 50.7 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 368 | 134 | 426 | 276 | 349 | 353 | 157 | 317 | 2660 | 394 | 311 | 279 | 368 | 310 | 119 | 247 | 341 | 177 | 2546 | 5206 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Theydon Bois
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile41% match
For Yellow tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
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Get Started81% match
For Yellow tees
Master touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring24%
Aim16%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Precision35%
Aim23%
Distance Control15%
14 Week Flagship Program for Theydon Bois
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Theydon Bois. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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58% match
For Yellow tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Scoring32%
Dispersion15%
61% match
For Yellow tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
41% match
For Yellow tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
55% match
For Red tees
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
45% match
For Red tees
Square up, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring42%
Alignment33%
Aim25%
76% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion12%
26% match
For Red tees
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
47% match
For Red tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
60% match
For Red tees
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min23 HCP4 drills
Precision35%
Dispersion29%
Distance Control13%
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Get Started69% match
For Red tees
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
79% match
For White tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Aim20%
Distance Control14%
63% match
For White tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim15%
Accuracy13%
54% match
For White tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy25%
Precision11%
44% match
For White tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
47% match
For White tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
67% match
For White tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
60% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim35%
Alignment25%
Distance Control17%
63% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy17%
Precision15%
72% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Precision23%
Dispersion13%
52% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Dispersion15%
Accuracy13%
61% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Aim23%
Alignment18%
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Get Started69% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control16%
Alignment16%
62% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy17%
Scoring12%
71% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim16%
Dispersion16%
57% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control39%
Alignment11%
Scoring11%
57% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Scoring37%
Alignment19%
Aim16%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
77% match
For Yellow tees
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Dispersion16%
Aim16%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring22%
Aim21%
Distance Control21%
62% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Alignment22%
Scoring18%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion21%
47% match
For Yellow tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
60% match
For Yellow tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Get Started70% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment18%
Aim18%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control19%
Precision16%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
79% match
For Yellow tees
Thread the needle, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control23%
Aim14%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Scoring31%
Aim19%
Distance Control12%
61% match
For Yellow tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim29%
Alignment28%
Scoring22%
51% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy18%
Dispersion14%
80% match
For Yellow tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Dispersion15%
82% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP8 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Theydon Bois
Get answers to common questions about playing Theydon Bois and what to expect.
How difficult is Theydon Bois for mid-handicap golfers?
Theydon Bois is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Theydon Bois?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5275 yards. The back tees extend to 5432.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Theydon Bois?
With a course rating of 68.7 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Theydon Bois and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5432.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Theydon Bois 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 Theydon Bois strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 5432.0 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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