Auchterhouse Country Sports is a premier, multi-award-winning shooting facility located in the scenic Angus countryside, just outside Dundee. Managed by the Christie family, the ground has earned the title of "Scotland’s Favourite Shooting Ground" and was ranked 1st in the UK by Clay Shooting Magazine in 2020. The facility's defining "feature" is its world-class leadership; Senior Instructor Drew Christie is a Commonwealth Games Silver medalist, ensuring that the training provided is rooted in international-level expertise.
The venue is a hub for major competitions, regularly hosting SCTA selection shoots for Olympic Skeet, Olympic Trap, and National Sporting disciplines, as well as prestigious Home International tournaments. Spanning 90 acres, the terrain offers a challenging variety of target flights influenced by the local relief and climate. One of the most famous technical assets is the 80ft "High Tower," which can launch targets up to 180ft, perfectly simulating high-flying game like pheasant.
Available Disciplines & Equipment
Skeet: 4 ranges (3 adaptable for Olympic Skeet).
Trap: 4 Down the Line (DTL) ranges, 1 Automatic Ball Trap (ABT), and 1 Olympic Trap range.
Sporting: 12 specialized sporting stands and 1 Sportrap layout.
Automation: The ground utilizes the Promatic Card System for a seamless "pay and play" experience and Claymate Counter Systems for accurate billing.
Infrastructure: Includes the Clay Doo Café (serving hot rolls and home baking), The Clays Shop (stocking brands like Alan Paine and Toggi), a meeting room for corporate events, and ample parking.
Training programs are comprehensive, catering to all levels from children (ages 10+) to elite athletes. Beginners can choose from "taster" sessions or structured lessons that include gun hire, safety equipment, and cartridges. For seasoned shooters, individual coaching focuses on technical refinement and competitive strategy. The facility is also a popular destination for corporate team building and celebrations, offering additional activities such as archery, falconry, and quad biking.
Key Advantages
Expert Instruction: Coaching from a Commonwealth medalist and international competitors.
Elite Facilities: High-standard ranges capable of hosting Olympic-level training.
Versatile Terrain: Natural Angus countryside providing realistic and diverse target presentations.
Family-Friendly: Welcoming atmosphere for families, spectators, and even well-behaved dogs.
Services & Pricing (Highlights)
Beginner Lesson (25 Clays): £62.50 (includes all equipment and instruction).
Beginner Lesson (50 Clays): £85.00.
Professional Coaching: £50.00 – £70.00 per hour (instruction only).
Targets (Pay & Play): Members 30p / Non-members 37p per clay.
Annual Membership: £75.00 per year (plus a £50 initial joining fee).
