Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Turnhouse
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
168
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
Turnhouse Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Turnhouse, 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 Turnhouse
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Three Gates Dispersion [Long]
Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).
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.
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Turnhouse.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@turnhousegc.com
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Facilities
Location
Turnhouse Golf Club Ltd, 154 Turnhouse Rd, Edinburgh EH12 0AD, UK
Course Description
Turnhouse Golf Club operates a James Braid-design golf course on the west side of Edinburgh, offering a welcoming club environment with two loops of nine holes, driving range, short game facilities, and PGA professional support. Located near Edinburgh International Airport, it provides facilities for members and visiting golfers, including course status updates, membership options, and event hosting. The club emphasizes friendliness to members and visitors alike, with strong links to the city and surrounding countryside views of the Pentland Hills, Fife, and the Ochils. Turnhouse also features club activities and partnerships, aiming to attract both local players and visitors to Edinburgh.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1897
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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 Turnhouse, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.1 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 43.7 · Slope 112
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 244 | 353 | 454 | 165 | 413 | 421 | 393 | 121 | 2939 | 424 | 93 | 429 | 299 | 341 | 140 | 322 | 238 | 390 | 2676 | 5615 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 46.5 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.2 · Slope 116
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 391 | 276 | 412 | 470 | 180 | 428 | 451 | 410 | 141 | 3159 | 442 | 108 | 446 | 333 | 363 | 158 | 339 | 247 | 480 | 2916 | 6075 |
Winter Tees (10th) Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.6 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 43.3 · Slope 112
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 67 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 348 | 256 | 355 | 441 | 148 | 398 | 404 | 385 | 124 | 2859 | 401 | 96 | 407 | 299 | 330 | 162 | 272 | 199 | 444 | 2610 | 5469 |
Winter Tees (1st) Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 43.3 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.6 · Slope 115
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 67 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 401 | 96 | 407 | 299 | 330 | 162 | 272 | 199 | 444 | 2610 | 348 | 256 | 355 | 441 | 148 | 398 | 404 | 385 | 124 | 2859 | 5469 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.1 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 44.8 · Slope 115
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | — | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 381 | 265 | 406 | 460 | 173 | 420 | 442 | 401 | 131 | 3079 | 432 | 100 | 436 | 328 | 353 | 148 | 328 | 242 | 480 | 2847 | 5926 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Turnhouse
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 profileRoll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Turnhouse
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Turnhouse. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Roll On Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedReduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl extended rolls, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Turnhouse
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 Turnhouse
Get answers to common questions about playing Turnhouse and what to expect.
How difficult is Turnhouse for mid-handicap golfers?
Turnhouse presents a demanding test. The 119.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 69.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Turnhouse?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5772 yards. The back tees extend to 6075.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Turnhouse?
With a course rating of 69.7 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 Turnhouse and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6075.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Turnhouse 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 Turnhouse strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 119.0 and yardage reaching 6075.0 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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