Spitfire Shoot is a premium, fully automated clay pigeon shooting ground located in the picturesque Houghton Downs near Stockbridge, Hampshire. Celebrating 30 years of operation, it offers a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, from complete beginners and families to seasoned athletes and game shooters. The ground is officially affiliated with the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA) and focuses primarily on the highly popular and varied English Sporting discipline.
The standout feature of Spitfire Shoot is its purpose-landscaped terrain set within a natural valley, which creates complex optical illusions and highly realistic target trajectories. At the heart of the ground is the "Fantastic High Tower," an elevated platform specifically designed to simulate high-flying driven game birds. This unique sporting setup is steeped in history, as the surrounding woodland was famously used as a secret, camouflaged assembly location for legendary Spitfire fighter planes during World War II.
The facility boasts an advanced infrastructure that empowers shooters with autonomy and consistency. The ground features 11 distinct shooting stands equipped with the state-of-the-art Promatics 'Claymate' system. This RFID-based technology allows licensed shooters to practice at their own pace, complete with an acoustic delay feature for comfortable solo training. Key facility highlights include:
11 English Sporting stands offering a wide variety of target flights to challenge all skill levels.
A strict eco-friendly policy requiring the use of fibre wad cartridges only (maximum 28 grams) to protect the active farmland.
The Shooting Lodge, a repurposed 1940s pumphouse that serves as the main reception area, offering hot drinks and snacks.
Premium local partnerships, meaning that while there is no on-site restaurant, the venue works closely with top-tier pubs and hotels in nearby Stockbridge for post-shoot dining.
Spitfire Shoot prides itself on high-quality, personalized instruction delivered by a team of fully qualified coaches. They cater to all skill levels with a variety of training formats designed to build confidence and refine technique:
Taster Sessions: Perfect for absolute novices needing basic safety fundamentals and an introduction to the sport.
1-on-1 Tuition & Skill Development: Tailored coaching for experienced shooters looking to correct specific mistakes or prepare for the upcoming game season.
Caddied Sessions: Guided 70-target rounds specifically designed for non-license holders who want to shoot without formal tuition.
Beyond individual practice, the venue is a highly sought-after destination for corporate events, team-building days, and stag or hen parties. The experienced events team provides a stress-free organizing process with several inclusive options:
Tiered Packages (Bronze, Silver, Gold): Ranging from 35 to 70 cartridges per person, including gun hire, safety equipment, clays, and tailored instruction.
The Team Flush: An exclusive, high-adrenaline format for groups of 6 or more where all members shoot simultaneously at a continuous stream of targets, making it the ultimate team-building exercise.
Address: Houghton Down Farm, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6JR, United Kingdom.
