Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tullamore Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
173
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
Tullamore Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Tullamore 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 Tullamore Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Tullamore Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
tullamoregolfclub@eircom.net
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Facilities
Location
Brookfield, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland
Course Description
Tullamore Golf Club is a championship parkland golf course located just outside Tullamore, County Offaly. The course was originally designed by James Braid and later upgraded by Patrick Merrigan, making it one of Ireland’s noted parkland layouts since 1926. It welcomes visitors, groups, and societies, offering a range of membership options and facilities including a club house and pro shop. The club is situated about an hour from Dublin and Galway, with proximity to major transport routes, and maintains an active schedule of events and interclub activities.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Braid/Merrigan
Opened
1926
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
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Scorecard data available for Red
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.4 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 178 | 416 | 495 | 438 | 184 | 497 | 327 | 146 | 3044 | 392 | 329 | 194 | 395 | 476 | 537 | 415 | 178 | 451 | 3367 | 6411 |
Red Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.1 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.9 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 330 | 138 | 332 | 461 | 381 | 165 | 448 | 286 | 130 | 2671 | 303 | 303 | 147 | 295 | 447 | 401 | 318 | 162 | 405 | 2781 | 5452 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 53.2 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 39.6 · BR 56.8 · Slope 146
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 38 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 351 | 169 | 400 | 485 | 427 | 174 | 487 | 317 | 137 | 2947 | 382 | 319 | 186 | 381 | 467 | 514 | 401 | 170 | 448 | 3268 | 6215 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Tullamore 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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Tullamore Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Tullamore 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft 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)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink All Long Putts
Avoid Three-Putts
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedPinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Tullamore Golf Club
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 Tullamore Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Tullamore Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Tullamore Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Tullamore Golf Club presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 131.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 71.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Tullamore Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5932 yards. The back tees extend to 6411.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Tullamore Golf Club?
With a course rating of 71.8 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 Tullamore Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6411.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Tullamore Golf Club and how should I play it?
Tullamore Golf Club 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 Tullamore Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6411.0 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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