49% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Waterton Park Golf Club (1018208)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Waterton Park Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Waterton Park, 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
Distance Control 31%Scoring 20%Precision 17%Aim 16%Accuracy 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.
17.7
Average HCP
10
Minimum HCP
30.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Waterton Park
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Waterton Park.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@watertonparkgc.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
The Balk, Walton, Wakefield WF2 6QL, UK
Course Description
Waterton Park Golf Club is a historic 18-hole parkland golf course located in Walton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The club offers a full championship course, practice facilities, and a welcoming clubhouse, with services for members and visitors including competitions, events, and corporate golf experiences. Set within the Charles Waterton estate, the venue emphasizes hospitality and a tranquil, picturesque golfing environment suitable for players of all levels. The club also provides information on memberships, visitor options, and corporate packages.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Simon Gidman
Opened
1995
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(264 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 Waterton Park, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Men Blue 2019
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests iron precision repeatedly through par fours of mixed lengths that shape scoring chances. Tougher front nine raises stakes on misses while par fives invite birdie risks with good position.
M
Men Blue 2019 Tee
Gender: MalePar 726689 yards6116 metersCR 73.3Bogey 98.1Slope 134
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 50.1 · Slope 139
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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 349 | 182 | 402 | 607 | 448 | 395 | 180 | 547 | 353 | 3463 | 502 | 385 | 257 | 303 | 441 | 170 | 525 | 188 | 455 | 3226 | 6689 |
M
Men Yellow 2019 Tee
Gender: MalePar 726214 yards5682 metersCR 71.0Bogey 95.0Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.2 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 46.8 · Slope 125
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 161 | 376 | 511 | 421 | 356 | 160 | 513 | 326 | 3152 | 489 | 363 | 265 | 279 | 407 | 165 | 506 | 158 | 430 | 3062 | 6214 |
R
Red Women 2019 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725588 yards5110 metersCR 73.7Bogey 104.2Slope 130
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 52.3 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 51.9 · Slope 130
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 299 | 149 | 313 | 478 | 368 | 346 | 143 | 456 | 291 | 2843 | 438 | 341 | 254 | 256 | 369 | 147 | 450 | 141 | 349 | 2745 | 5588 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Waterton Park
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile46% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
60% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
76% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy20%
Scoring19%
12 Week Flagship Program for Waterton Park
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Waterton Park. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get Started54% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
52% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP4 drills
Scoring40%
Precision24%
Dispersion13%
71% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim26%
Scoring17%
60% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Dispersion21%
Distance Control21%
49% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
37% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Aim33%
Alignment23%
58% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
74% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision20%
Aim16%
72% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment17%
Accuracy17%
66% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP9 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
59% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Alignment30%
Aim23%
Scoring20%
58% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment22%
Scoring17%
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Get Started67% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
65% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment25%
Precision17%
50% match
For Men Blue 2019 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision35%
Aim26%
Dispersion11%
46% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
24% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
60% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Check clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy22%
62% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control39%
Precision15%
Trajectory14%
32% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
65% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
66% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Precision19%
Dispersion18%
46% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
49% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
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Get Started63% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
68% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy22%
Alignment16%
67% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
77% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Aim16%
Scoring13%
56% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision24%
Alignment18%
55% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment27%
Aim27%
Scoring23%
73% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy16%
Dispersion13%
79% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Scoring18%
60% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy23%
Alignment21%
54% match
For Red Women 2019 tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Precision36%
Aim26%
Distance Control15%
66% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Flop over hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy22%
Alignment15%
76% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring18%
Aim15%
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Get Started64% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Aim23%
Alignment14%
77% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
52% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Aim17%
Trajectory13%
61% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
67% match
For Men Yellow 2019 tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control22%
Aim19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Waterton Park
Get answers to common questions about playing Waterton Park and what to expect.
How difficult is Waterton Park for mid-handicap golfers?
Waterton Park is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 134.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 73.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Waterton Park?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6138 yards. The back tees extend to 6689.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Waterton Park?
With a course rating of 73.3 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 Waterton Park and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6689.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Waterton Park and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Links 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 Waterton Park strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6689.0 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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