Surrey Sporting Club is a premier venue dedicated to English Sporting clay pigeon shooting, located in the scenic woodland of Brick Kiln Copse. Unlike large-scale commercial operations, the club prides itself on an informal and relaxed atmosphere, catering specifically to both clay enthusiasts and game shooters. It focuses on maintaining high standards of sportsmanship while ensuring a welcoming environment for members and prospective guests.
The club operates two distinct 50-bird layouts, referred to as the A and B shoots, which can be combined into a comprehensive 100-bird competition. A standout feature is the club's unique handicap system, designed to give men, women, and children of all experience levels an equal opportunity to win prizes, which typically consist of cartridges.
As a police-approved range, Surrey Sporting Club offers high accessibility for newcomers. Visitors do not need a shotgun certificate to participate, as the club provides professional instruction and gun hire on-site. To protect the local environment, the ground strictly mandates the use of felt wad cartridges, which are available for purchase in.12,.20, and.28 bore.
Instruction at the club follows the "Instinctive Shooting" philosophy, detailed in a proprietary 34-page booklet provided to students. Rather than short, repetitive sessions, the club offers intensive 2 to 2.5-hour lessons designed to provide a complete foundation in a single visit. This approach emphasizes building natural shooting reflexes and safety from the very first shot.
Beyond the shooting itself, the club fosters a strong community spirit by offering complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits starting at 09:30 AM. This social hour allows members to gather and discuss techniques before the first birds are launched. The club remains a non-commercial entity, intentionally avoiding large corporate events or stag parties to preserve its quiet, sporting character.
Core Features & Services:
English Sporting Focus: Specialized layouts simulating natural game flight.
Unique Handicap System: Fair competition for all ages and skill levels.
Police-Approved Status: No shotgun license required for supervised shooting.
Instructional Booklet: Includes the 34-page "Instinctive Shooting" guide.
Equipment Support: Gun hire and felt-wad cartridge sales on-site.
