Anglesey Shooting School is a premier clay target shooting facility nestled within 8 acres of picturesque woodlands on the historic 1,200-acre Presaddfed Estate on the Isle of Anglesey, Wales. The school seamlessly integrates traditional British country pursuits with modern sport shooting, welcoming everyone from absolute beginners to seasoned marksmen. Its standout feature is its ability to offer realistic game flight simulations across the vast, undulating estate countryside.
Facilities and Shooting Disciplines
The ground is professionally designed to challenge shooters of all experience levels with layouts that are regularly changed to keep targets fresh and engaging. Equipped with automatic traps and high towers, the facility replicates a variety of hunting scenarios. The key layouts and on-site amenities include:
One dedicated National Skeet / ISU Skeet layout
Multiple English Sporting stands scattered across the 8-acre wooded property
High towers, double launches, and clay flushes to increase difficulty
A cosy cabin providing warm meals, light snacks, and refreshments
Simulated Driven Game Days
For experienced shooters, the estate organizes premier Simulated Driven Game Days that replicate the thrill of traditional game shooting across the expansive estate. These highly dynamic events are ideal for groups and private parties. The packages feature:
A minimum requirement of 8 guns, using strictly eco-friendly fibre wad cartridges
High-volume shooting where participants typically fire over 250 cartridges
The legendary "Last Gun Standing" final drive where clays are continuously launched until all shooters run out of ammunition
Full hospitality, including breakfast rolls on arrival, a fully catered lunch with drinks, and finishing with afternoon tea
Expert Coaching and Development
The school places a strong emphasis on skills development, offering fully inclusive introductory lessons for beginners as well as advanced coaching. Instruction is led by highly qualified coaches, including Tim Garner, an experienced clay shooter who has represented the regional team at the Island Games. This professional instruction ensures that novices learn safe gun handling while advanced shooters can perfect their lead against challenging wind-affected trajectories.
Target Audience and Pricing Guide
The school serves as an adaptable venue for individual practice, corporate team-building events, and family celebrations. To accommodate all visitors, the school operates a clear pricing structure :
Practice Sporting (License Holders Only): £19 for 50 birds, £38 for 100 birds
Practice Skeet (License Holders Only): £9.50 for 25 birds, £19 for 50 birds, £38 for 100 birds
Fully Inclusive Lessons: £70 per session for adults and juniors (includes 25 clays, cartridges, gun hire, and professional coaching)
Simulated Game Days: £180 per person (includes full-day shooting and complete catering)
