Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP4 drills
Scoring41%
Precision35%
Green Reading14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Westcountry Golf Academy
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Westcountry Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Westcountry, 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 35%Distance Control 22%Precision 18%Accuracy 12%Dispersion 11%
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.
12.7
Average HCP
6.6
Minimum HCP
27.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Westcountry
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to land a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Westcountry.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
stuart@wgagolf.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
Sampford Peverell
Course Description
Westcountry Golf Academy offers golf instruction and coaching across a 9-hole par 3 course, with a floodlit driving range and private teaching studio. Based in Sampford Peverell near Tiverton, the academy provides group coaching for beginners and improvers, junior golf programs, and one-to-one coaching with options for personalised programmes and high-speed video analysis. They also offer custom club fitting, club repairs, and a full range of golf equipment and accessories. The facility emphasizes a supportive learning environment for all ages and skill levels in the Devon region of the United Kingdom.
golf academy • golf coaching • golf lessons • junior golf • driving range • par 3 course • private teaching studio • video analysis • custom fitting • club repairs • golf equipment sales • golf for beginners • range bays • lesson programmes • golf shop • golf attire • tournament preparation • golf coaching for juniors • one-to-one coaching • golf • coaching • training • performance improvement • recreation
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Links
Architect
Stuart Sawyer
Opened
2007
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Westcountry
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileAchieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Visualization8%
Save par, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy11%
Precision10%
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control30%
Visualization17%
12 Week Flagship Program for Westcountry
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Westcountry. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 33.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring20%
Alignment18%
Stop close from tight lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision23%
Accuracy15%
Control rollout, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min33 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring27%
Dispersion9%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring19%
Aim16%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Precision18%
Dispersion15%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring31%
Accuracy20%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMaximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Westcountry
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Westcountry
Get answers to common questions about playing Westcountry and what to expect.
How difficult is Westcountry for mid-handicap golfers?
Westcountry is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Westcountry?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Westcountry?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Westcountry and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Westcountry 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 Westcountry strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 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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