44% match
For Black tees
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Whitecraigs
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
188
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
Whitecraigs Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Whitecraigs, 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 24%Accuracy 16%Precision 16%Aim 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.
17
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
32.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Whitecraigs
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
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Whitecraigs.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
admin@whitecraigsgolfclub.com
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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
72 Ayr Rd, Giffnock, Newton Mearns, Glasgow G46 6SW, UK
Course Description
Whitecraigs Golf Club is a family-oriented golf club in Scotland offering an 18-hole course with a challenging 9-hole Par 3 layout, clubhouse facilities, catering, and visitor options. The club emphasizes membership growth, inclusive facilities for visitors, and hosting open competitions, corporate outings, and events. Located near Whitecraigs train station in Giffnock, Glasgow, it provides a welcoming environment with a resident club professional and catering services for members and guests. The site highlights dining, events, and catering capabilities, as well as opportunities for societies and advertising partnerships.
18-hole golf course • par 3 course • golf club membership • visitors facilities • clubhouse catering • corporate outings • open competitions • golf club scotland • giffnock golf • glagow golf • resident club professional • society golf • beginner memberships • golf events • catering services • advertising partnerships • family golf club • private events • dining room
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Links
Architect
James Braid/Willie Fernie
Opened
1905
Google Reviews
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⭐4.5(104 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 Whitecraigs, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant par four battles where strong drives unlock wedge birdie looks but back nine length spikes bogey threats on key holes.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 695988 yards5475 metersCR 68.9Bogey 91.6Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.6 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 47.0 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | — | 4 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 135 | 379 | 349 | 429 | 160 | 513 | 139 | 343 | 411 | 2858 | 430 | 375 | 324 | 189 | 386 | 465 | 150 | 262 | 549 | 3130 | 5988 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 706064 yards5545 metersCR 69.4Bogey 92.2Slope 123
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 44.7 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.5 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | — | 4 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 135 | 379 | 349 | 429 | 160 | 513 | 139 | 343 | 411 | 2858 | 430 | 375 | 324 | 189 | 386 | 541 | 150 | 262 | 549 | 3206 | 6064 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 705804 yards5307 metersCR 68.2Bogey 90.8Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 44.1 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.7 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 3 | — | 4 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 119 | 358 | 332 | 427 | 147 | 506 | 133 | 336 | 401 | 2759 | 427 | 348 | 323 | 184 | 354 | 517 | 144 | 256 | 492 | 3045 | 5804 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Whitecraigs
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile64% match
For Black tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring23%
Aim11%
82% match
For Black tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision20%
Accuracy16%
60% match
For Black tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Trajectory29%
Scoring22%
14 Week Flagship Program for Whitecraigs
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Whitecraigs. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 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 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
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Get Started70% match
For Black tees
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
74% match
For Black tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring29%
Aim10%
68% match
For Black tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring25%
Accuracy20%
66% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment24%
Aim20%
65% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control20%
59% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
54% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision28%
Dispersion12%
77% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Aim22%
Distance Control18%
66% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring26%
Aim25%
Alignment15%
67% match
For Black tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring21%
Alignment15%
79% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%
Aim15%
59% match
For Black tees
Thread the gap, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
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Get Started63% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Alignment20%
Accuracy13%
32% match
For Black tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
63% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
65% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
49% match
For Black tees
Keep near hole, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP5 drills
Trajectory32%
Precision18%
Mechanics18%
61% match
For Black tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
63% match
For White tees
Avoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
41% match
For White tees
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy34%
Visualization26%
73% match
For White tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Precision23%
Scoring19%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For White tees
Hit every fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring25%
Distance Control23%
61% match
For White tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
49% match
For White tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP9 drills
Trajectory25%
Precision23%
Mechanics20%
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Get Started43% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Visualization29%
Dispersion21%
73% match
For White tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion19%
67% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy24%
Scoring14%
73% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision20%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion17%
69% match
For White tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control26%
Alignment14%
70% match
For White tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control27%
Aim14%
66% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim24%
Alignment21%
Distance Control19%
63% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring21%
Alignment16%
66% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
72% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring22%
Aim14%
62% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control21%
Aim17%
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Get Started24% match
For Yellow tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Aim for soft landing, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min22 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Dispersion15%
Distance Control13%
41% match
For Yellow tees
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
69% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
43% match
For Yellow tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For Yellow tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Whitecraigs
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Whitecraigs
Get answers to common questions about playing Whitecraigs and what to expect.
How difficult is Whitecraigs for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Whitecraigs technically exacting. With a slope of 123.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Whitecraigs?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5934 yards. The back tees extend to 6064.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Whitecraigs?
With a course rating of 69.4 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 Whitecraigs and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6064.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Whitecraigs and how should I play it?
Whitecraigs is designed as a Links 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 Whitecraigs strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 123.0 and yardage reaching 6064.0 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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