Sycamore Shooting Ground is a premier multi-discipline facility located in High Bradfield, just 20 minutes from Sheffield city center. Situated on the edge of the Peak District, the ground is famous for its unique topography, where the natural hills and valleys create challenging and realistic target trajectories. Operated by a friendly and professional team, it serves as a community hub for both competitive shooters and recreational visitors seeking a professional yet welcoming atmosphere.
As a CPSA-registered ground, Sycamore provides a high standard of clay pigeon shooting across various disciplines. The layout is designed to utilize the Yorkshire landscape, providing scenic views and diverse shooting angles. The disciplines currently available or coming soon include:
English Sporting: 50-bird rounds featuring a variety of targets.
Trap Disciplines: Down The Line (DTL), ABT, and Double Rise.
Compact Shooting: A 30-bird Compact layout is currently in development for high-intensity practice.
The facility also features a specialized rifle range that is both Home Office Approved and NSRA-authorised. This range is a core part of the "Sycamore Sheffield Shooting Club," providing a legal basis for firearm applications for its members. Additionally, the ground has introduced Practical Shotgun (PSG) shooting, taking advantage of the natural woodland and terrain to create dynamic courses of fire involving movement and multiple target types.
Instruction and accessibility are central to the ground’s mission. Professional coaching is led by experienced staff, including the highly-regarded instructor Bruce, who is noted for his patient and knowledgeable approach with newcomers. For those without a license, the ground offers "Taster Sessions" which include:
Clay Taster: 25 clays with a 12g shotgun, including instruction and equipment for £30.
Rifle Taster: 50 rounds using.22 rimfire rifles modeled after iconic platforms like the AK47, AR15, or MP5 for £30.
Sycamore is an ideal destination for various groups, ranging from serious athletes to families and corporate teams. The infrastructure includes a central "green cabin" for registration, on-site cartridge sales, and ample parking. The ground maintains a strong partnership with the "Guns R Us" shop, ensuring visitors have access to expert advice on equipment and gun fit.
Address: Bolsterstone Road, Sheffield, S6 6LJ (Located near the junction with Onesacre Road).
Operating Hours:
Sundays: Open year-round (typically 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM for tasters).
Tuesday & Wednesday Evenings: Summer sessions (starting at 5:00 PM from late April to late September).
Rifle Range: Available to members 7 days a week.
