44% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Willingdon Golf Club (1019148)
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
Willingdon Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Willingdon, 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 28%Scoring 23%Aim 16%Precision 16%Accuracy 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.
18.7
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Willingdon
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular 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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Willingdon.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@willingdongolfclub.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
Southdown Rd, Eastbourne BN20 9AA, UK
Course Description
Willingdon Golf Club is a historic golf club in Eastbourne, nestled in the South Downs with an 18-hole Alister MacKenzie-designed course famous for its year-round play and challenging, varied holes. The club offers a comprehensive set of facilities including practice areas, a pro shop, a well-stocked clubhouse, and dining at The Beach Kitchen @ Willingdon, catering to both visitors and members. It serves individuals, groups, and golf societies with options for memberships and tailored events, and emphasizes friendly hospitality and year-round course maintenance thanks to good drainage. Located on Southdown Road, the club attracts golfers seeking scenic views of the South Downs and the English Channel while enjoying a sociable clubhouse atmosphere.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Links
Architect
R- J.H. Taylor, Dr. Alister Mackenzie
Opened
1898
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⭐4.5(213 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 Willingdon, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeated mid-iron tests on par fours and threes that demand spot-on accuracy, paired with par fives pushing layup or go-for-it choices where errors swell scores quickly.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 696094 yards5572 metersCR 70.4Bogey 93.9Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 46.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 47.0 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 34 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 423 | 338 | 355 | 217 | 161 | 416 | 178 | 539 | 372 | 2999 | 175 | 370 | 492 | 247 | 515 | 387 | 304 | 182 | 423 | 3095 | 6094 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 695841 yards5341 metersCR 69.1Bogey 92.3Slope 125
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.2 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 46.1 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 34 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 414 | 325 | 348 | 215 | 135 | 412 | 171 | 522 | 366 | 2908 | 156 | 359 | 466 | 222 | 512 | 383 | 296 | 170 | 369 | 2933 | 5841 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735527 yards5054 metersCR 73.4Bogey 102.4Slope 123
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 51.5 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 50.9 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 397 | 296 | 343 | 207 | 123 | 408 | 167 | 512 | 363 | 2816 | 147 | 357 | 332 | 230 | 479 | 376 | 268 | 164 | 358 | 2711 | 5527 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: FemalePar 745841 yards5341 metersCR 75.1Bogey 105.9Slope 131
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 52.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.1 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 414 | 325 | 348 | 215 | 135 | 412 | 171 | 522 | 366 | 2908 | 156 | 359 | 466 | 222 | 512 | 383 | 296 | 170 | 369 | 2933 | 5841 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Willingdon
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 profile46% match
For Yellow tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Dispersion29%
Visualization26%
Distance Control20%
52% match
For Yellow tees
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
53% match
For Yellow tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Willingdon
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Willingdon. 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)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
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 8–9≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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44% match
For Yellow tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
33% match
For Yellow tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
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Get Started64% match
For Yellow tees
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control21%
Aim13%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Precision18%
Distance Control17%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Alignment23%
Aim13%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy19%
Alignment17%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring16%
Distance Control16%
45% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills
Distance Control36%
Precision21%
Alignment20%
54% match
For Yellow tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring29%
Alignment26%
Aim24%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Accuracy21%
Scoring19%
74% match
For Yellow tees
Dial in aim, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Aim20%
Distance Control20%
Precision19%
59% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control25%
Alignment20%
63% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
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Get Started24% match
For Blue tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
56% match
For Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Alignment26%
Distance Control20%
44% match
For Blue tees
Set up for success, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy40%
Alignment30%
Distance Control30%
71% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring18%
Precision14%
67% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control19%
Scoring17%
71% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring23%
Accuracy20%
72% match
For Blue tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control17%
Aim16%
57% match
For Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring19%
Aim12%
55% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Alignment23%
Aim19%
64% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring18%
Aim15%
70% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Accuracy14%
66% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started69% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring26%
Accuracy25%
Alignment15%
73% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control20%
Aim16%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Precision22%
Aim15%
46% match
For Yellow tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion23%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Match clubface, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control20%
Scoring14%
58% match
For Yellow tees
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision26%
Dispersion20%
71% match
For Yellow tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision15%
Dispersion14%
36% match
For Yellow tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory21%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
61% match
For White tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment24%
Aim21%
Scoring16%
79% match
For White tees
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Aim20%
Scoring20%
Precision17%
52% match
For White tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
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Get Started45% match
For White tees
Get close to pin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min29 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Scoring21%
Mechanics11%
69% match
For White tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
44% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
46% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
52% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Alignment23%
Scoring18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Willingdon
Get answers to common questions about playing Willingdon and what to expect.
How difficult is Willingdon for mid-handicap golfers?
Willingdon presents a demanding test. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Willingdon?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5810 yards. The back tees extend to 6094.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Willingdon?
With a course rating of 70.4 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 Willingdon and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6094.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Willingdon 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 Willingdon strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6094.0 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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