Clacton Gun Club is a premier, CPSA-affiliated shooting destination (Club No. 100) located in the picturesque countryside of Little Clacton, Essex. Renowned for its professional standards and welcoming atmosphere, the club serves as a vital hub for the shooting community in East England . It is particularly famous for the expertise of its owner, Andy Riva, a celebrated target setter whose challenging and creative layouts attract elite shooters from across several counties for regional championships.
The facility is highly versatile, offering equipment and space for eleven distinct shooting disciplines. This makes it a preferred venue for major events such as the Essex County Sportrap and All Round Championships. The club’s infrastructure is designed to test both speed and precision, featuring specialized equipment to simulate diverse field conditions.
Key Disciplines Available:
English Sporting (ESP) and Sportrap (STR).
English Skeet (ESK) and Skeet Doubles (SKD).
Down The Line (DTL) and Automatic Ball Trap (ABT).
FITASC Sporting, Helice (ZZ), and All Round (AR).
Beyond the shooting stands, the club provides a robust support infrastructure including a comfortable clubhouse and highly-regarded catering services offering hot food and refreshments during event days . The ground is equipped with professional-grade Promatic traps and elevated towers that allow for the simulation of "high bird" targets, essential for both competitive training and pre-season game preparation .
Clacton Gun Club is dedicated to the growth of the sport, providing a family-friendly environment that accommodates all skill levels. Expert instruction is available for beginners, while the technical complexity of the targets provides a rigorous training ground for seasoned athletes . The club also hosts corporate team-building events and private group sessions, making it a multifaceted social and sporting venue.
Core Advantages:
Expert Target Setting: Professionally designed "testing" birds that challenge the best shooters.
Tournament Status: Frequent host of CPSA-registered events and County Championships .
Diverse Infrastructure: Features high towers and multiple layouts for varied training.
Community Focused: Strong support for juniors, colts, and newcomers to the sport.
Address:
Lodge Road, Little Clacton, Clacton, Essex, CO16 9QE, United Kingdom
