AC Sporting Targets is a premier clay pigeon shooting venue located in the lush countryside of Northolt, West London. The club provides a serene rural environment while remaining highly accessible to the capital’s residents. It serves as both a high-performance training ground for competitive athletes and a welcoming community hub for recreational shooters, boasting over 1,000 active members.
The facility is led by Managing Director Andy Castle, a legendary figure in the British shooting world and a former Beretta Super Sporting Champion with over 30 years of elite-level experience. His professional expertise directly influences the technical setup of the targets and the quality of the coaching programs. The club is also known for its long-standing staff, with managers like Tina Vining and Les Gotts providing over 20 years of continuous service, ensuring a stable and friendly club atmosphere.
The shooting infrastructure is exceptionally diverse, utilizing reliable Promatic automatic traps to simulate a wide range of realistic bird flights and technical sporting targets. In addition to shotgun disciplines, the venue features a covered Air Rifle Range, offering outdoor targets at 60 yards and a dedicated 25-yard pistol тир.
Key Shooting Disciplines:
Skeet: English Skeet and professional Olympic/ISU Skeet layouts.
Sporting: FITASC Sporting (25, 50, or 100 bird sessions) and Promatic Sporting Layouts.
Trap: Down the Line (DTL) and Automatic Ball Trap (ABT).
Compact: Two specialized Compact/Sportrap layouts.
Training at AC Sporting Targets is managed by certified instructors who cater to everyone from complete novices to national competitors. A standout feature for newcomers is the "Beginners Package," which offers a fixed-price introductory session including instruction, gun hire, and all necessary equipment. For experienced shooters, the ground regularly hosts CPSA-registered competitions, including prestigious events like the Cambridgeshire English Sporting Championship and various national inter-county shoots.
Beyond the ranges, the facility offers high-quality hospitality through the "Poultry In Motion" cafe, which is famous among visitors for its signature chicken burgers and high hygiene standards. The grounds are also equipped for large-scale corporate events, team-building activities, and private celebrations, managed by a dedicated corporate team.
Membership & Services:
Practice Rates: 37p per clay for members; 42p for non-members.
Beginner Package: £50 for 25 clays, cartridges, gun hire, and professional coaching.
Member Benefits: Free gun hire, free access to the air rifle range, and discounts on cartridges and coaching.
