LATEST NEWS
Jan
2024
Late Night Opening in 2024
We will be open till 8.00pm every Wednesday, subject to light from the 5th June 2024
Oct
2023
HSE Paper on the Proposed Restrictions on Lead Ammunition
The HSE have published a paper on the restrictions of Lead Ammunition
Aug
2023
FITASC Sporting Referees Course 29th September
We are holding a FITASC Sporting Referees course here on Friday 29th September
Jun
2023
Government Consultation on Firearms Legislation June 2023
The Government have just released the Consultation Document, proposing changes in Firearms Legislation following the shootings in Plymouth and the Isle if Sky
Feb
2023
Porsche Club Try Clay Pigeon Shooting at Sporting Targets
Members of the local Porsche Club meet and shoot
Feb
2023
Revision to Statuary Guidance For Police Forces on Firearms Licencing
Revision to Statuary Guidance For Police Forces on Firearms Licencing February 2023
Feb
2023
Feb
2023
Jan
2023
F1 Challenge Charity Shoot January 2023
The F1 Challenge Charity Shoot at Sporting Targets
Aug
2021
High Tower Challenge 2021
Find the results for this years High Tower Challenge here.
Aug
2021
Jack Pyke 2021
Find out about this years Jack Pyke here.
Jun
2021
BASC Grouse Debate
MPs have just finished debating a petition to ban driven grouse shooting. The key points to come out of the session can be found here.
Jun
2021
Jack Pyke Preparations
More Jack Pyke English Open preparations going on here this morning at Sporting Targets with CCI International arriving with this years competition clays.
Jun
2021
Jack Pyke 2021
We only have a few spaces left! Give us a call today on 01234 708893 REMEMBER: This is not a CPSA registered shoot, anyone can shoot it!
Jun
2021
Jun
2021
Jack Pyke Sponsors - BASC
And finally last but certainly not least! Our final prize sponsor for the Jack Pyke English Open… BASC!! A huge thank you to all of our sponsors who help to make the Jack Pyke competition a shoot to remember! We look forward to welcoming you all to the ground on Wednesday 30th June.
Jun
2021
Jack Pyke Sponsors - CCI
We can’t wait for this years Jack Pyke English Open! May we take the opportunity to introduce prize sponsor number three…. A big thank you to CCI International. We are looking forward to blasting all of your brightly coloured clays round the Jack Pyke course in two weeks time!
Jun
2021
Jack Pyke Sponsors - TruckEast
Introducing our next sponsor for the Jack Pyke English Open 2021….. Thank you TruckEast!
Jun
2021
Jack Pyke Sponsors - Swatcom
Jack Pyke English Open 2021 preparations are in full swing with the ground team making changes and planning the course as we speak. With just over two weeks to go we wanted to introduce this years sponsors to you starting with Swatcom!
Jun
2021
Keep Up To Date With Results
Keep up to date with this weekends FITASC competition and of course the High Tower Challenge results here.
May
2021
Bedfordshire CPSA County Championships
Thank you to those of you who attended today’s shoot, Bedfordshire’s county championships.
May
2021
May
2021
Bedfordshire CPSA County Championships & Martin Scoley Memorial Shoot
Nothing better than a bank holiday Monday shoot! 100 CPSA registered sporting, give us a call to book your place.
May
2021
Late Night Wednesdays
Sunshine at last with a dry forecast for this evening.
May
2021
May
2021
Our clubhouse is open!
Come on in but please wear your mask until seated for food & drink.
May
2021
Are you ready for this years High Tower Challenge?
Our famous re-entry competition will be starting on 1st June and runs until 31st July. Prizes for each class!
May
2021
Jack Pyke English Open 2021
We are now taking bookings for the Jack Pyke English Open 2021
May
2021
England Sporting Team Selection Shoot Results
Final scores from this weekend are now ready to view.
May
2021
The third England Sporting Team Selection Shoot
As the sun sets over Sporting Targets this evening we look forward to welcoming you all to a busy weekend as we host the third England Sporting Team Selection Shoot!
Apr
2021
Bank Holiday Weekend
Our opening hours remain the same throughout the bank holiday weekend:
Apr
2021
Foxdenton Gin At Sporting Targets.
The perfect drink to finish off the weekend! Rhubarb & Rosemary G’n’T grab a bottle of Rhubarb gin next time you visit our shop.
Apr
2021
Happy Saint Georges Day!
Happy Saint Georges Day from everyone at Sporting Targets.
Apr
2021
Jack Pyke English Open 2021
Find out more about the Jack Pyke English Open 2021 here.
Apr
2021
Taylors Ties & Gateway1 Footwear
We are proud to be stockists of the wonderfully colourful Taylors Ties! A big thanks to Nick for coming in to show us his fantastic range of ties, latest offerings from Gateway1 footgear and lovely gifts and accessories!
Apr
2021
Some great news for Hull Cartridge Company! Congratulations!
Hull Cartridge have been awarded Shotgun Ammunition of the Year 2021 by Shooting UK as voted by the public.
Mar
2021
Mar
2021
Sporting Targets Lessons
We are now taking lesson bookings for when we open on March 29th.
Mar
2021
Bedfordshire CPSA 2021 Fixtures
Take a look at the Bedfordshire County Championship fixtures here.
Mar
2021
Mar
2021
Mother's Day
Treat your mum this Mother's Day at Sporting Targets
Mar
2021
Sporting Targets Easter Challenge
The Sporting Targets Easter Challenge will take place on Monday 5th April, find out more here.
Mar
2021
Mar
2021
Jack Pyke 2021
The Jack Pyke English Open 2021 will take place Wednesday 30th June to Sunday 4th July
Mar
2021
England Sporting Team Selection Shoot
The third England Selection Shoot has been moved to Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th May.
Mar
2021
Sporting Targets Re-Opens 29th March
As a result of the governments announcement we will be re-opening as of the 29th March for practice shooting 7 days a week, pre-booked as before.
Feb
2021
Looking Forward To A Life Out Of Lockdown
We have a great range of binoculars available online and in store.
Feb
2021
Spring Has Arrived At Sporting Targets
Take a look at the first signs of spring here at Sporting Targets.
Feb
2021
Pancake Day!
Happy Pancake Day Happy from the team at Sporting Targets.
Feb
2021
England Sporting Team Selection Shoot
We are now taking bookings for the England Sporting Team Selection Shoot on the 27th & 28th March.
Feb
2021
Feb
2021
It’s a busy time of year for us in the shop.
It’s a busy time of year for us in the shop. Meeting with our leading clothing suppliers for a much needed catch up and to go through the next Autumn/Winter 2021 offerings.
Jan
2021
Sporting Targets Goes Green In 2021
Sporting Targets goes Green in 2021 with the new range of fully biodegradable clays from CCI International.
Jan
2021
National Lockdown Announcement 4th January 2020
Following the the Primeminister's announcement on 4th January 2020.......
Jan
2021
Dec
2020
We are Open
During the Christmas and New Year Period we are open excepting Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day
Sep
2020
British Open Champion 2020 - David Ferriman
At just 25 Dave our gunroom manager has won the British Open English Sporting 2020.
Aug
2020
Premier League 2020 update
4th August 2020 The third leg in the Northern Division of the Premier League series took place at Highwaymans Shooting Ground on Sunday 26th July.
Jul
2020
Registered Shoots Are Back!
CPSA Registered Shoots start Sunday 19th July. To book your space call 01234 708893
Jun
2020
Cash Back from Browning
Browning are offering £150 Cash back on the B725 Sporter Range. Give our shop a call for more information about the range of Browning Guns we have in stock
May
2020
Apr
2020
The online shop is still open and calls are being monitored
so if you have any query please leave a message or send an email to; reception@sportingtargets.co.uk or gunshop@sportingtargets.co.uk
Mar
2020
Coronavirus Update: The ground is closed until further notice
Please note that the ground is closed until further notice, the shop will remain open at present and online purchases will be sent out for as long as we can, thank you
Mar
2020
Article Premier League 2020 first leg update
The first legs in both divisions have now taken place following the rescheduled shoot at Orston Shooting Ground on Sunday 1st March.
Mar
2020
Mothers Day
Treat mum this mothers day with 10% off homeware, ladieswear and accessories in store and online. Find out more here.
Mar
2020
FITASC Series 2020
Find the results for the second shoot of the FITASC series 2020 here.
Mar
2020
UK GAME CARTRIDGES
Joint statement by the Directors of the UK’s leading shotgun cartridge manufacturers
Feb
2020
First English Sporting England Team Selection Shoot 2020
Sporting Targets is host the first selection shoot on 21st and 22nd March, the shoot will be squaded so pre-booking is essential, call 01234 708893.
Feb
2020
Medical Information Requirement for Renewal and New Shotgun Applications
The new process will affect any new applications for firearms, shotgun and explosives licenses submitted from 3 February 2020 and any renewal application where the certificate expires on or after 31 March 2020.
Feb
2020
“Bedfordshire Supreme Champion”
Bedfordshire CPSA introduces “Bedfordshire Supreme Champion”, find out more here.
Feb
2020
BASC To Sponsor Jack Pyke English Open 2020
BASC confirm its support for the Jack Pyke English Open 2020
Feb
2020
FITASC Series 2020
Find the results for the first shoot of the FITASC series 2020 here.
Feb
2020
CPSA Club/Ground Of The Year
On Saturday 1st February Sporting Targets was voted CPSA Club/Ground of the year 2020.
Jan
2020
East Midlands 2020 Fixtures
Take a look at the East Midlands CPSA fixtures here.
Jan
2020
Shoot for Sporting Targets in the Premier League
Find out how to shoot for team Sporting Targets here.
Jan
2020
25% Off Game Shooting Clothing
Get 20% off game shooting clothing in store and online this January and February.
Jan
2020
F1 Challenge 2020 Individual Results
View the individual results for this years F1 Challenge here.
Jan
2020
F1 Challenge 2020 Results By Class
View the results by class for this years F1 Challenge here.
Jan
2020
F1 Challenge 2020 Team Results
View the team results for this years F1 Challenge here.
Jan
2020
F1 Challenge 2020
Sporting Targets hosted the annual F1 Challenge Sunday 12th January, a 100 target competition, in aid of the Grand Prix Trust. The day also included a massive raffle with memorabilia from the formula world and prizes donated from Laksen, Bonart, Dubarry & Lylvale Express.
Jan
2020
50% Off All Le Chameau Clothing
Get 50% off all Le Chameau clothing in store and online now!
Jan
2020
Beretta Silver Pigeon 1 Sport
A more defined and lustrous engraving has been created, using the latest laser engraving techniques. Sharper lines and better pattern definition have resulted in an elegant, scroll design which is modern, bold and beautifully balanced.The action is further adorned with the classic, Beretta trident.
Jan
2020
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from everyone here at Sporting Targets. Find our 2020 fixture list here.
Dec
2019
CPSA Announce revisions to their “Safety Officer” Qualification
CPSA have announced that all “Safety Officers” are required to renew their certificates every five years, this will mean that if you qualified prior to 31st December 2014, you will have to resit the exam.
Dec
2019
EMG Motor Group and Mitsubishi Arrive At Sporting Targets
Sponsors of the Sporting Targets FITASC Winter Series 2020 have arrived at Sporting Targets.
Nov
2019
Christmas Opening Hours
Please note over the Christmas period we will be closed Christmas day, boxing day & new years day. We will also be closing at 3pm Christmas eve and new years eve.
Nov
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC Series 2020
Find out the dates and prizes for the up and coming Sporting Targets FITASC 2020 Series here.
Nov
2019
Changes To The CPSA Classification System
As of December 1st the CPSA classification system will be changing, find out more here.
Nov
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC Winter Series 2020 Sponsors
“EMG Motor Group and Mitsubishi announce their Sponsorship of Sporting Targets FITASC Winter Series 2020”
Nov
2019
Sporting Targets Christmas Shoot & Dinner
It's almost that time of the year when we hold our annual Christmas shoot and dinner. As always it's a popular event with bookings already being taken. Find out more information and how to book your place here.
Oct
2019
Ladies Christmas Clay Competition
Join BASC at Sporting Targets on December 13th for their ladies Christmas clay competition. Find out more here.
Oct
2019
Talking Headsets- Specialist Hearing Protection For Shooters
Find out more about top hearing protection manufacturers Talking Headsets
Oct
2019
Gun Of The Month- Browning B525 Shadow 16 Gauge
Find out more about the Browning B525 Shadow and why it is our gunshop manager's pick this month.
Oct
2019
Brand Of The Month- Le Chameau
Get 20% off of all Le Chameau clothing this October, find out more here.
Sep
2019
Statistics On Firearm & Shotgun Certificates- April 2018- March 2019
Have you ever wondered how many firearms are in the UK, how many new licenses have been granted and those that have been refused?
Sep
2019
Jack Pyke English Open 2020
Despite the next Jack Pyke not being until next year preparations are already underway, with the first sponsors having already been confirmed.
Sep
2019
Shotgun Applications And Renewals
On the 17th September 2019 the Home Office concluded the consultation process for guidance to the police on New Applications and Renewals and made a number of changes which can be found here.
Sep
2019
Travelling Abroad With Your Gun
You may be fed up with hearing about Brexit, however you should be aware that if there is “No Deal” your European Pass will become obsolete. Find out what guidance the The Home Office have issued.
Aug
2019
Game Season Shotgun Cartridges
The Sporting Targets gun shop stocks everything you need for this game season from tweeds and ties to cleaning kits and cartridges. See the shotgun cartridges brands we currently stock here.
Aug
2019
Are You Ready For The Game Season?
Book a warm up game shooting lesson and receive 40% on weekdays until 30th September.
Aug
2019
The Glorious Twelfth
The Glorious Twelfth is almost upon us but is your gun ready for the 2019 game season? Pop into our gun shop to find out about a full strip and clean from only £40!
Aug
2019
High Tower Challenge Winners 2019
Find out this years lucky High Tower winners.
Jun
2019
Jack Pyke English Open 2019- What A Fantastic Event!
This was the tenth Jack Pyke English Open since its debut back in 2010, and there was lots for people to have a go at and win; not just for the top shots either!
Jun
2019
Jack Pyke English Open 2019- Daily Prize Winners
See the daily high guns, pool shoot winners and golden ticket winners for this years Jack Pyke.
Jun
2019
Fathers Day At Sporting Targets
Treat your dad this fathers day, 17th June, at Sporting Targets with a 50% off of a shooting lesson for two or £10 off of an adult or senior membership. A great gift for any father whether they are a seasoned shooter or have never held a gun.
May
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC 2019 Overall results
See overall results from the 2019 Sporting Targets FITASC series.
May
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC 2019 Results- Series 5
See results from the fifth and final Sporting Targets FITASC series of 2019.
Apr
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC 2019 Results- Series 4
See results from the fourth Sporting Targets FITASC series of 2019.
Mar
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC 2019 Results- Series 3
See results from the third Sporting Targets FITASC series of 2019.
Mar
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC 2019 Results- Series 2
See results from the second Sporting Targets FITASC series of 2019.
Mar
2019
Get Ready For The 2019 Clay Shooting Season
Get your gun ready for this clay shooting season with a strip and clean at Sporting Targets, from only £40! Pop into our gun shop for more information.
Mar
2019
Mother's Day
Don't forget your mum this mother's day, Sunday March 31st. Find the perfect gift at Sporting Targets and save 10% on all homewear, ladieswear and accessories in store and online, with the voucher code MOTHERSDAY10.
Feb
2019
Easter Shoot & Dinner
Booking are now being taken for this years Easter shoot. Book early for this popular annual event to avoid disappointment.
Feb
2019
Sporting Targets FITASC 2019 Results- Series 1
See results from the first Sporting Targets FITASC series of 2019.
Feb
2019
Treat your loved one this Valentine Day
Try something new together this year with our Valentines voucher for a 1 hour all inclusive experience. Available from now until the 14th February.
Jan
2019
Registered FITASC 2019
Find out the dates for this years registered FITASC, 5 shoot series. Bookings are now being taken.
Aug
2018
High Tower Challenge Winners 2018
Congratulations to all of this years winners and thank you to all everyone who took part and made it such a successful competition.
Jul
2018
Shoot & Grow
Do you ever feel like a plastic bag, drifting through the wind? Do you ever feel like you’ve wasted time, at an event, supposedly networking? Networking events can be very hit & miss, which is why we’ve created one that hits targets, making it a worthy investment of time.
May
2018
Feb
2018
Sporting Targets to host British Schools & Young Shots Championships 2018
For the third year running, Sporting Targets will be hosting the British Schools & Young Shots Championship...
Jan
2018
Riseley High Street - Temporary Road Closure - Postponed
The scheduled closure of Riseley High Street has been postponed. There are no road closures in or around Riseley, allowing everyone to travel freely along their usual routes. We will keep an eye out for any traffic cone movements, and keep you posted.
Jan
2018
2018 Fixtures Now Available
Get your diaries out, for we are ready to fill them with competitions and events!
Nov
2017
Jul
2017
Mar
2017
East Midlands Inter Counties FITASC
Please note parts of the ground will be closed for open practice on 6th, 7th & 8th October due to the the East Midland Inter Counties FITASC event.