67% match
For Red tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game25-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim18%
Scoring11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Windyhill
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Windyhill Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Windyhill, 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 24%Aim 21%Scoring 20%Precision 19%Dispersion 14%
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
10.7
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Windyhill
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
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
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Windyhill.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
secretary@windyhill.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
Baljaffray Rd, Bearsden, Glasgow G61 4QQ, UK
Course Description
Originally located on land near Canniesburn Toll, Canniesburn Golf Club opened as a 9 hole course towards the end of 1908. By Spring 1910, it had been extended to 18 holes and was formally opened with an International Match and Exhibition Game between four of Great Britain's leading golf professionals - James Braid, Sandy Herd, J H Taylor and Harry Vardon. These players, who between them had won 16 Open Championships, played 2 rounds over the Canniesburn course.Situated at the foot of the Kilpatrick Hills, near Bearsden, and with panoramic views over Glasgow, Windyhill is now recognised as one of the best courses west of the city and a rewarding challenge for golfers of all levels
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
James Braid
Opened
1908
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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 Windyhill, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating par four tests that pressure tee accuracy and approach planning, with bogey risks rising on tougher back nine stretches where misses amplify scores.This course delivers repeating par four tests that pressure tee accuracy and approach planning, with bogey risks rising on tougher back nine stretches where misses amplify scores.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 716154 yards5627 metersCR 69.8Bogey 92.9Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.7 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 46.2 · 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 3 | — | 8 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 353 | 163 | 420 | 360 | 379 | 410 | 192 | 463 | 414 | 3154 | 181 | 296 | 433 | 493 | 152 | 472 | 378 | 286 | 309 | 3000 | 6154 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 705914 yards5408 metersCR 68.7Bogey 91.2Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.2 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 45.0 · Slope 123
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 3 | — | 8 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 350 | 153 | 411 | 350 | 367 | 406 | 183 | 461 | 410 | 3091 | 161 | 286 | 431 | 482 | 142 | 472 | 323 | 282 | 244 | 2823 | 5914 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725231 yards4783 metersCR 70.9Bogey 98.1Slope 115
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.8 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.2 · Slope 115
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 3 | — | 10 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | — | — |
| Yardage | 337 | 141 | 395 | 297 | 294 | 401 | 167 | 415 | 289 | 2736 | 147 | 238 | 398 | 466 | 91 | 440 | 264 | 222 | 229 | 2495 | 5231 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Windyhill
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 profile76% match
For Red tees
Master touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring17%
Dispersion16%
68% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Aim14%
Dispersion14%
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Get Started65% match
For Red tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
12 Week Flagship Program for Windyhill
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Windyhill. 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 · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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45% match
For Red tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Aim14%
57% match
For Red tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control28%
Scoring13%
59% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control14%
77% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
51% match
For Red tees
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment20%
Scoring14%
81% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control21%
Scoring14%
64% match
For Red tees
Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment31%
Aim25%
Scoring23%
51% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy23%
Alignment17%
84% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision19%
Aim15%
44% match
For Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring26%
Alignment12%
79% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion12%
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Get Started51% match
For White tees
Commit to the aim, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Scoring17%
Alignment13%
39% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
86% match
For White tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision20%
Aim16%
77% match
For White tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
82% match
For White tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision18%
46% match
For White tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim20%
Mechanics18%
61% match
For White tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
65% match
For White tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
46% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
69% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim26%
Alignment21%
Distance Control19%
51% match
For White tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
77% 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%
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Get Started71% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion13%
76% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Distance Control23%
66% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Scoring23%
Alignment19%
68% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring24%
Accuracy18%
64% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Precision35%
Aim33%
Dispersion11%
77% match
For White tees
Thread the gap, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion12%
49% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy19%
Alignment18%
30% match
For Yellow tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
80% match
For Yellow tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
Precision15%
78% match
For Yellow tees
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim24%
Distance Control22%
Scoring21%
78% match
For Yellow tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control24%
Dispersion23%
Precision20%
64% match
For Yellow tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision26%
Scoring18%
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Get Started19% match
For Yellow tees
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim28%
Scoring25%
Alignment23%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Dispersion15%
Scoring15%
77% 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%
77% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision25%
Dispersion13%
65% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim33%
Scoring22%
Alignment21%
49% match
For Yellow tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring19%
Alignment15%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Trajectory16%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Windyhill
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 Windyhill
Get answers to common questions about playing Windyhill and what to expect.
How difficult is Windyhill for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Windyhill challenges consistency. With a slope of 124.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Windyhill?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5692 yards. The back tees extend to 6154.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Windyhill?
With a course rating of 69.8 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Windyhill and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6154.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Windyhill and how should I play it?
Windyhill 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 Windyhill strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 124.0 and yardage reaching 6154.0 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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