Established in 1980, Cosford Shooting Ground is a premier, family-run clay pigeon and air gun club situated in the picturesque Warwickshire countryside. Known for its intimate and friendly environment, the ground has earned the title of "Recognised Club of the Year" for four consecutive years, reflecting its high standards of service and safety. Its strategic location near Junction 1 of the M6 makes it easily accessible for shooters from across the West Midlands, Birmingham, and Coventry.
The facility is highly regarded for its diverse range of disciplines and its active role in the competitive shooting circuit. It is particularly famous for its Skeet layouts, which offer a unique "clear blue sky" background, allowing shooters to track black targets with exceptional clarity.
Disciplines and Competitions:
English Skeet (ESK) & Olympic Skeet.
Down the Line (DTL), English Sporting, and Compact Sporting.
Host of CPSA Registered 100-bird events, NSSA Monthly Targets, and BSSA State Championships.
A specialized Woodland Air Gun section featuring a 40-target sporting course and a 45m zeroing range.
Cosford is equipped with world-class infrastructure, including recently installed automatic Promatic traps that ensure consistent and reliable target flights. A standout feature of the ground is the availability of the DryFire indoor training system—a leading electronic simulator used for precision swing analysis and technique refinement, available upon advanced request. The site also features ten shooting stands and covered firing points for air rifle enthusiasts, ensuring practice can continue regardless of the weather.
Instruction is a cornerstone of the ground’s reputation, led by David Dale, an award-winning Senior Shooting Coach. Dale’s credentials include being a former CPSA Coach of the Year, a multi-time England international, and a senior referee at the 2012 London Olympics. His expertise covers all levels, from providing patient guidance to absolute beginners to offering advanced technical corrections for competitive athletes.
The ground is designed to be inclusive, welcoming families, corporate groups, and individual shooters. With a minimum age requirement of just 6 years, it is a popular choice for introducing the younger generation to the sport. Beyond the shooting ranges, the clubhouse serves as a social hub, offering hot and cold refreshments and a comfortable space to relax.
Key Advantages:
Olympic-level Tuition: Coaching from David Dale, an Olympic-standard referee and expert instructor.
Technological Edge: Access to the DryFire simulator for detailed shot analysis.
Superior Visibility: Exceptional "blue sky" background for Skeet shooting.
Beginner Accessible: Introductory packages (20, 25, or 50 clays) starting from approximately £49.99 including all equipment.
