63% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Get square, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Woodbury Park Hotel and Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
171
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
The Acorns Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Acorns, 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 25%Scoring 23%Aim 17%Precision 16%Accuracy 16%
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.
19.1
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
32.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Acorns
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Acorns.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
Woodbury Castle
Course Description
The Club Company is a premium collection of country clubs located primarily in central and southern England, operating around 15 to 18 clubs. The company focuses on enhancing the wellbeing of its members and visitors through beautiful locations and exceptional facilities. It serves approximately 40,000 members, providing a premium country club experience centered on health, wellness, and golf.The Club Company offers a variety of services, including championship golf courses, modern health and fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, and on-site accommodations at several clubs. Members can enjoy dining experiences in bars and restaurants, as well as event hosting for weddings and corporate functions. The company also provides health and beauty services, including family-friendly crèche facilities. With a commitment to high standards, The Club Company is a proud member of UKActive and has received several Flame Awards for its service excellence in the health and fitness industry.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
32
Type
Links
Architect
Greg Norman
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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 The Acorns, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red/Yellow
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course creates steady pressure for exact short irons into greens on most holes, where misses spark bogey chains, while the lone par five tempts bold plays with high reward or penalty.
R
Red/Yellow Tee
Gender: MalePar 653627 yards3317 metersCR 60.2Bogey 77.1Slope 91
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.6 · BR 39.2 · Slope 93
Back Nine · CR 29.6 · BR 37.9 · Slope 89
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 65 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 250 | 128 | 467 | 143 | 245 | 270 | 100 | 251 | 105 | 1959 | 208 | 110 | 388 | 96 | 189 | 233 | 85 | 250 | 109 | 1668 | 3627 |
W
White/Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 654514 yards4128 metersCR 62.5Bogey 82.4Slope 108
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.3 · BR 41.3 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 31.2 · BR 41.1 · Slope 107
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 65 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 282 | 173 | 437 | 167 | 289 | 301 | 128 | 331 | 147 | 2255 | 297 | 201 | 478 | 156 | 281 | 294 | 119 | 290 | 143 | 2259 | 4514 |
R
Red/Yellow Tee
Gender: FemalePar 653627 yards3317 metersCR 61.3Bogey 85.1Slope 101
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 31.3 · BR 44.0 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 30.0 · BR 41.1 · Slope 94
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 65 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 250 | 128 | 467 | 143 | 245 | 270 | 100 | 251 | 105 | 1959 | 208 | 110 | 388 | 96 | 189 | 233 | 85 | 250 | 109 | 1668 | 3627 |
W
White/Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 664514 yards4128 metersCR 66.8Bogey 94.1Slope 116
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 46.7 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 47.4 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 282 | 173 | 437 | 167 | 289 | 301 | 128 | 331 | 147 | 2255 | 297 | 201 | 478 | 156 | 281 | 294 | 119 | 290 | 143 | 2259 | 4514 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Acorns
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile62% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim20%
Alignment15%
62% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
33% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
14 Week Flagship Program for The Acorns
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Acorns. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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67% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control23%
Precision17%
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Get Started76% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Aim20%
Alignment18%
75% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy19%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
68% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Accuracy27%
Aim16%
Distance Control16%
51% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills
Distance Control37%
Alignment20%
Trajectory12%
65% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control23%
Alignment16%
74% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim19%
Precision15%
74% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring26%
Distance Control22%
78% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring16%
Accuracy15%
70% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
Alignment17%
66% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control24%
Aim18%
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Get Started67% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control18%
58% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
48% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Aim17%
Mechanics17%
70% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
75% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring17%
Aim13%
68% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy22%
Alignment15%
68% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring23%
Alignment17%
66% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision30%
Scoring29%
67% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Scoring25%
Precision17%
53% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control37%
Alignment17%
76% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision19%
Scoring19%
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Get Started68% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP4 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring22%
Aim17%
57% match
For Red/Yellow tees
Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Aim27%
Alignment20%
66% match
For White/Blue tees
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
70% match
For White/Blue tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision21%
Aim16%
57% match
For White/Blue tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring51%
Distance Control28%
Visualization14%
77% match
For White/Blue tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy22%
Aim13%
56% match
For White/Blue tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
63% match
For White/Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Alignment20%
Scoring16%
66% match
For White/Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy22%
Alignment18%
Scoring15%
68% match
For White/Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
55% match
For White/Blue tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment25%
Scoring17%
73% match
For White/Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision13%
Scoring13%
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Get Started70% match
For White/Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim20%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
71% match
For White/Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy17%
Scoring12%
80% match
For White/Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
38% match
For White/Blue tees
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Acorns
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 The Acorns
Get answers to common questions about playing The Acorns and what to expect.
How difficult is The Acorns for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, The Acorns challenges consistency. With a slope of 108.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 62.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 32.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Acorns?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4070 yards. The back tees extend to 4514.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Acorns?
With a course rating of 62.5 and par 32, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 32 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Acorns and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 4514.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is The Acorns and how should I play it?
The Acorns 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 The Acorns strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 108.0 and yardage reaching 4514.0 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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