Get square, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
205
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@tulfarris.com
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Facilities
Location
Blessington Lakes, Rathballylong, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, W91 EE95, Ireland
Course Description
Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is a luxurious four-star retreat located in County Wicklow, Ireland, known for its beautiful setting by Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow Mountains. The resort is situated on a 200-acre estate that features an 18th-century Manor House, blending historical charm with modern luxury. It is just 45 minutes from Dublin, making it an ideal escape for travelers. The resort offers deluxe accommodations, including bedrooms and large suites with stunning views. Guests can enjoy fine dining at Fairways Restaurant or a more casual experience at The Brasserie. Tulfarris is also home to an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Patrick J Merrigan, which has hosted prestigious events. The Spa at Tulfarris provides a range of treatments for relaxation and wellness. Additionally, the resort caters to various events, including weddings and corporate gatherings, with versatile spaces available for both formal and casual occasions.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Patrick Merrigan
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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 Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 50.5 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 50.1 · Slope 136
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 540 | 183 | 425 | 456 | 375 | 184 | 413 | 434 | 608 | 3618 | 447 | 174 | 405 | 511 | 409 | 520 | 200 | 369 | 481 | 3516 | 7134 |
Green Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.7 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.0 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 478 | 164 | 375 | 400 | 346 | 152 | 375 | 379 | 510 | 3179 | 409 | 152 | 373 | 496 | 379 | 469 | 180 | 347 | 418 | 3223 | 6402 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 48.6 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.1 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 507 | 174 | 403 | 428 | 352 | 174 | 379 | 396 | 533 | 3346 | 438 | 166 | 381 | 502 | 397 | 503 | 189 | 351 | 441 | 3368 | 6714 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 49.1 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.7 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 403 | 135 | 293 | 332 | 247 | 116 | 269 | 346 | 359 | 2500 | 355 | 133 | 299 | 441 | 260 | 443 | 151 | 289 | 344 | 2715 | 5215 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent mid iron length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feel the distance: control wedge rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Set a target, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedEliminate Three-Putts
Sink All Long Putts
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Irish Junior Open Elite Tour 8
7/13/2026
Irish Junior Open Elite Tour 8
7/13/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club technically exacting. The 136.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 75.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6174 yards. The back tees extend to 7134.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club?
With a course rating of 75.4 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 Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 7134.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club 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 Tulfarris Hotel Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 7134.0 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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