Hole 7 "Precision"

Par 4, 358 Yards, Stroke Index 11.

Precision is definitely needed - both to negotiate an opening between two stands of trees at around 180 yards off the tee and to position yourself with a view of the green.  Anything left of centre leaves some very tall poplar trees in your way. The good news is that the hole is not so long that it can’t be played with some safety in mind.

Hole 8 "Devil’s Elbow"

Par 4, 410 Yards, Stroke Index 5.

As the name suggests this is another dog leg - this time to the right with a variety of trees, including oaks, silver birch and poplars, making an attempt to cut the corner very interesting,   especially as many are out of sight from the tee. However, if you don’t cut the corner a little it is possible to run out of fairway and you may need to club down if playing safe.

Hole 9 "Temptation"

Par 4, 441 Yards, Stroke Index 1.

Temptation it is - or perhaps necessity would be a better name - as this hole is too long for most to reach without taking a bit off the corner of what is another dog leg to the right. Two mature oaks are good aiming points although confident players may want to cut across even more.

This hole makes a left turn at around 260 yards from the tee and the course then starts to make its way back to the clubhouse.  A 260 yard tee shot is required if you want to avoid playing over trees for the second shot. Cutting the corner is out of the question for most players.

Surrounded by trees, in which lie the remains of a silk mill, this hole can make you feel a little claustrophobic.  Luckily, at 139 yards, only a short iron is needed.

If the single fairway bunker can be avoided this is a great birdie opportunity - although overconfidence is to be avoided because there is an out of bounds the length of the hole on the left and trees to the right.