Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Whitsand Bay Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Whitsand Bay Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Whitsand Bay, 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 30%Distance Control 25%Accuracy 16%Precision 16%Aim 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.

16.1

Average HCP

9.1

Minimum HCP

30.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Whitsand Bay

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Shorter)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Whitsand Bay.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Portwinkle

Course Description

Whitsand Bay Hotel is a family-run hotel and golf resort located in a picturesque setting, ideal for leisure and relaxation. It offers a range of amenities including golf, fine dining, and comfortable accommodations, making it a perfect retreat for those looking to escape the daily grind.

hotel • golf resort • leisure • fine dining • accommodation • retreat • hospitality

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Links

Architect

Willie Fernie

Opened

1905

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Whitsand Bay

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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Make Every Putt Count Precisely

Avoid bogeys, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min6 HCP4 drills

Aim30%

Scoring28%

Precision20%

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Sink All Long Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills

Visualization32%

Distance Control25%

Dispersion23%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Alignment23%

Aim17%

Scoring14%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Whitsand Bay

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Whitsand Bay. 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≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make Every Putt Count Precisely

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Long Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots

Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision31%

Scoring14%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring20%

Dispersion13%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Roll to tap-in range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization18%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Control rollout, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring16%

Precision15%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Pick your spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control23%

Precision13%

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Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Thread the gap, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control20%

Dispersion15%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Distance Control35%

Accuracy24%

Alignment16%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control28%

Visualization21%

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Stick to wedge line, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control43%

Scoring25%

Accuracy22%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control18%

Precision16%

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Long Iron Distance Control

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Whitsand Bay

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 Whitsand Bay

Get answers to common questions about playing Whitsand Bay and what to expect.

How difficult is Whitsand Bay for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Whitsand Bay technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Whitsand Bay?

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 Whitsand Bay?

With a course rating of 70 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 Whitsand Bay and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Whitsand Bay 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 Whitsand Bay 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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