35% match
For Red 2010 tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for West Linton
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
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
West Linton Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for West Linton, 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 27%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Aim 14%Dispersion 13%
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.
16
Average HCP
8.8
Minimum HCP
30.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for West Linton
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
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.
Driving Range31 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about West Linton.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretarywlgc@btinternet.com
Giving lessons at West Linton? Get featured here.
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
Medwyn Road, West Linton EH46 7HN, UK
Course Description
West Linton Golf Club is a historic 18-hole moorland golf course in the Scottish Borders, just a short drive from Edinburgh. Designed by James Braid, the course offers breath-taking views of Mendick Hill and Pentland Hills and provides a challenging yet enjoyable experience for players of all abilities. Founded in 1890, the club emphasizes welcoming visiting groups and has a well-equipped clubhouse and pro shop to support players before and after rounds.
moorland golf • james braid design • scottish borders golf • edinburgh area golf • golf course with views • west linton • golf club membership • visiting groups packages • pro shop • clubhouse facilities • open competitions • visitors • golf holidays • golf course history
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Links
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1890
Google Reviews
Business Not Claimed
⭐4.6(189 reviews)
View on Google MapsInterested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for West Linton, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red 2010
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers ongoing par four battles that stress tee power and iron trust, with short par threes flashing birdie windows and par fives layering second-shot risks. High difficulty clusters push careful play on key stretches.
W
White 2015 Tee
Gender: MalePar 696161 yards5634 metersCR 70.1Bogey 93.0Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 46.7 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.3 · Slope 123
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 13 | — | 14 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 307 | 143 | 353 | 525 | 470 | 360 | 330 | 447 | 162 | 3097 | 348 | 469 | 203 | 295 | 376 | 503 | 444 | 196 | 230 | 3064 | 6161 |
Y
Yellow 2015 Tee
Gender: MalePar 685867 yards5365 metersCR 68.7Bogey 91.2Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 45.9 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.3 · Slope 122
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 33 | 68 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 13 | — | 14 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 277 | 134 | 334 | 509 | 465 | 349 | 319 | 436 | 147 | 2970 | 324 | 459 | 191 | 283 | 347 | 453 | 429 | 189 | 222 | 2897 | 5867 |
R
Red 2010 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725431 yards4966 metersCR 71.9Bogey 101.8Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 51.0 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.8 · Slope 126
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 17 | — | 6 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 18 | — | — |
| Yardage | 299 | 116 | 281 | 458 | 451 | 329 | 265 | 373 | 113 | 2685 | 329 | 439 | 157 | 287 | 347 | 441 | 345 | 179 | 222 | 2746 | 5431 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for West Linton
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Red 2010 tees
Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
69% match
For Red 2010 tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game23-26 min20 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim15%
Trajectory15%
72% match
For Red 2010 tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
13 Week Flagship Program for West Linton
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for West Linton. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Mobile app
Star this curriculum and sync to your phone
Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.
★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile
Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started64% match
For Red 2010 tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
59% match
For Red 2010 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization21%
75% match
For Red 2010 tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
56% match
For White 2015 tees
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
56% match
For White 2015 tees
Dial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring31%
Aim13%
64% match
For White 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment26%
Scoring12%
53% match
For White 2015 tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP7 drills
Trajectory26%
Distance Control26%
Scoring18%
64% match
For White 2015 tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
64% match
For White 2015 tees
Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision23%
Scoring15%
75% match
For White 2015 tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim23%
Scoring21%
Alignment15%
71% match
For White 2015 tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
Aim17%
85% match
For White 2015 tees
Feel the distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring17%
Aim14%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started85% match
For White 2015 tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control25%
Scoring14%
62% match
For White 2015 tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment27%
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
45% match
For White 2015 tees
Check setup, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Alignment34%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control17%
70% match
For White 2015 tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
76% match
For White 2015 tees
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Aim18%
Distance Control17%
39% match
For White 2015 tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
72% match
For White 2015 tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
75% match
For White 2015 tees
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
64% match
For White 2015 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
35% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
56% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Green Reading8%
74% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision22%
Dispersion17%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started53% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization22%
69% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Aim23%
Alignment15%
80% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
75% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
74% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Dispersion24%
Scoring18%
38% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
38% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Visualization41%
Distance Control29%
Dispersion18%
82% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
56% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
Scoring15%
70% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
70% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Precision26%
Aim21%
Dispersion20%
70% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring39%
Distance Control16%
Accuracy15%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started77% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim21%
Scoring18%
78% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion14%
76% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control17%
Aim16%
71% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Thread the gap, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control26%
Aim15%
57% match
For Yellow 2015 tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy20%
Aim12%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at West Linton
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 West Linton
Get answers to common questions about playing West Linton and what to expect.
How difficult is West Linton for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find West Linton technically exacting. The 123.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at West Linton?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5796 yards. The back tees extend to 6161.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at West Linton?
With a course rating of 70.1 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 West Linton and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6161.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is West Linton and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 West Linton strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 123.0 and yardage reaching 6161.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Practice Programs for Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near West Linton. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Showing 9 Nearby Courses
15 Programs
13.9 km away
Harburn Golf Club - Harburn
Harburn, West Lothian
47 Programs
14.93 km away
Swanston New Golf Club - Glencorse
Penicuik, MLN
13 Programs
14.93 km away
Swanston New Golf Club - Templar
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
17 Programs
14.99 km away
Glencorse Golf Club - Glencorse
Penicuik, Midlothian
12 Programs
15.22 km away
Dalmahoy, A Marriott Hotel and Country Club - East
Kirknewton, West Lothian
16 Programs
15.22 km away
Dalmahoy, A Marriott Hotel and Country Club - West
Kirknewton, West Lothian
46 Programs
15.45 km away
Peebles Golf Club - Peebles
Peebles, SCB
13 Programs
16.61 km away
Dalmeny Golf Club - Dalmeny
Edinburgh, West Lothian
45 Programs
17.45 km away
Carnwath Golf Club - Carnwath
Lanark, SLK
Same Architect
Courses by James Braid
Explore other courses designed by James Braid. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Showing 6 Courses
Ayr Belleisle
Ayr Belleisle
Ayr, SAY
Elderslie
Elderslie
Elderslie, RFW
Hayston
Hayston
Glasgow, EDU
%3Ftoken%3Dpk_Ge2CvmeFR8WDD1V1OcV6qg&w=256&q=75)
Ryston Park
Ryston Park Golf Club (1014585)
Downham Market, NFK
%3Ftoken%3Dpk_Ge2CvmeFR8WDD1V1OcV6qg&w=256&q=75)
Porters Park
Porters Park Golf Club (1013046)
Radlett, HRT
%3Ftoken%3Dpk_Ge2CvmeFR8WDD1V1OcV6qg&w=256&q=75)
Copthorne
Copthorne Golf Club (1004451)
Crawley, ESX