50% match
For Women Red tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Westwood Golf Club (1018766)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
38
38 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
171
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
Westwood Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Westwood, 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 26%Scoring 23%Accuracy 18%Aim 16%Precision 15%
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.
18.5
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
30.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Westwood
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 [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Westwood.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@westwoodgolfclubleek.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
Ladderedge, Leek ST13 8JQ, UK
Course Description
Westwood Golf Club is a historic 18-hole golf club located on the outskirts of Leek in Staffordshire, England. Founded in 1899, the course spans the scenic River Churnet valley and offers a par-70 layout of about 6105 yards suitable for players of all abilities. The club provides clubhouse facilities, a Pro Shop, and guest hospitality, with visitors and societies welcomed. It maintains a strong local presence with membership options and guest events, and is positioned within the rolling countryside a short drive from Stoke-on-Trent.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1899
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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 Westwood, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Women Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course repeatedly tests tee shot placement on short par fours leading to wedge irons and demands layup choices on long par fives where misses risk big scores due to high slope and bogey pressures.Short game saves will arise often from imperfect approaches on varied holes.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 706105 yards5582 metersCR 69.7Bogey 92.5Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 45.4 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.1 · Slope 119
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 158 | 274 | 221 | 553 | 373 | 149 | 343 | 351 | 2749 | 370 | 154 | 394 | 442 | 163 | 392 | 378 | 585 | 478 | 3356 | 6105 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 705849 yards5348 metersCR 68.5Bogey 90.2Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 44.1 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 46.1 · Slope 114
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 301 | 153 | 240 | 201 | 546 | 352 | 149 | 343 | 344 | 2629 | 347 | 149 | 390 | 436 | 143 | 378 | 370 | 567 | 440 | 3220 | 5849 |
W
Women Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715239 yards4791 metersCR 70.7Bogey 100.8Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 48.9 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.9 · Slope 131
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 134 | 236 | 171 | 455 | 342 | 122 | 343 | 283 | 2366 | 335 | 133 | 334 | 422 | 135 | 313 | 294 | 489 | 418 | 2873 | 5239 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Westwood
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 38 Programs
% match to course practice profile67% match
For Women Red tees
Get square for strike, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy26%
Alignment22%
48% match
For Women Red tees
Thread the gap, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min30 HCP6 drills
Precision35%
Scoring18%
Dispersion14%
70% match
For Women Red tees
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
13 Week Flagship Program for Westwood
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Westwood. 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)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reduce 3-Wood Spread
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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71% match
For Women Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment22%
Aim18%
67% match
For Women Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control19%
Scoring19%
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Get Started65% match
For Women Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Women Red tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control25%
Alignment19%
58% match
For Women Red tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment18%
Precision16%
59% match
For Women Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Scoring23%
Alignment21%
67% match
For Women Red tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control27%
Alignment18%
69% match
For Women Red tees
Hit intended line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim24%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control13%
71% match
For Women Red tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control18%
Scoring18%
77% match
For Women Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim20%
Precision18%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For Yellow tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy24%
Scoring14%
57% match
For Yellow tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision20%
Alignment16%
Scoring16%
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Get Started68% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment18%
Aim14%
41% match
For Yellow tees
Control short iron height, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min7 HCP7 drills
Distance Control41%
Scoring26%
Accuracy13%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment26%
Aim19%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Dispersion22%
Accuracy22%
Aim14%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy30%
Aim16%
79% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Aim19%
55% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Precision24%
Aim20%
Alignment17%
77% match
For Yellow tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy18%
Scoring14%
73% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
63% match
For Yellow tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring29%
Distance Control14%
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Get Started71% match
For Yellow tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy13%
Aim13%
63% match
For White tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
56% match
For White tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Alignment22%
Scoring15%
65% match
For White tees
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision29%
Aim11%
63% match
For White tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring37%
Distance Control31%
Alignment14%
67% match
For White tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
80% match
For White tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion19%
45% match
For White tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Westwood
Get answers to common questions about playing Westwood and what to expect.
How difficult is Westwood for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Westwood challenges consistency. With a slope of 123.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Westwood?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5672 yards. The back tees extend to 6105.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Westwood?
With a course rating of 69.7 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 Westwood and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6105.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Westwood and how should I play it?
Westwood 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 Westwood strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 123.0 and yardage reaching 6105.0 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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