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Next Event - Practice Shoot Ludgershall 21st April 2024 9:45 am
On days when the club does not meet, many of us shoot at other clubs or events. We have a WhatsApp group to organise attending these events. If you want someone to shoot with, then join the WhatsApp group and find out who is going where and when. Adrian the Chairman controls the group, ask him to add you to the group.
Welcome to the Kingswood Gun Club website, we are based in the village of Kingswood between Bicester and Aylesbury, the club is involved in all aspects of clay pigeon shooting and hold regular club shoots in the local area. We are also registered members of the C.P.S.A.
We hope you enjoy your visit and pop back to keep up with the latest club news and events via our diary.
The aim of this website is not only to keep our members informed and up to date with all the club information but also to give visitors to our website the chance to find out a little bit more about us and what we do, please feel free to browse around if you have any questions then please do contact us.
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Important Reminder:
Please check your cartridges and only use fibre wads. Kingswood Shoot and the League shoot ONLY allows fibre wads.
Next Diary events
- 21st April 2024
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Practice Shoot Ludgershall
21st April 2024 9:45 am - 12:45 pmLocation Google map linkPractice shoot. 50 bird shoot. Arrive at 9.45 for the 10 am shoot
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- 5th May 2024
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Practice Shoot Doddershall
5th May 2024 9:45 am - 12:45 pmLocation Google map linkPractice shoot. 50 bird shoot. Arrive at 9.45 for the 10 am shoot
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- 19th May 2024
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Practice Shoot Ludgershall
19th May 2024 9:45 am - 12:45 pmLocation Google map linkPractice shoot. 50 bird shoot. Arrive at 9.45 for the 10 am shoot
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- 2nd June 2024
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Practice Shoot Doddershall
2nd June 2024 9:45 am - 12:45 pmLocation Google map linkPractice shoot. 50 bird shoot. Arrive at 9.45 for the 10 am shoot
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Recent Activities
Exploring the Legacy of Historical Firearms: A Presentation by John Hargreaves
Previous days of rain thwarted our plans for the Easter Good Friday shoot, leaving us with soggy fields and damp spirits. However, the day took an unexpected turn as John Hargreaves, a renowned collector of black powder weapons and firearms, graciously stepped in to to provide a captivating presentation on the rich history of guns, particularly those preceding modern clay pigeon shooting.
The event took place at the Ludgershall village hall, commencing at 10:00. Attendees were treated to an extensive array of artifacts, including an impressive collection of firearms spanning various ages, alongside peculiar paraphernalia associated with the world of guns. John adeptly divided the audience into groups, engaging them with thought-provoking inquiries about the origins and functions of the showcased items. He awarded those answering his questions correctly with chocolates.
For over two engrossing hours, John held our rapt attention, providing insightful commentary on each piece. The interlude for lunch, featuring a delectable spread of fish and chips followed by indulgent desserts. This afforded attendees the opportunity to further inspect the exhibits armed with newfound knowledge.
Among the highlights were formidable specimens such as the imposing 2 bore elephant gun, juxtaposed with covert firearms ingeniously concealed within walking sticks. The discourse also delved into the intricate processes behind steel manufacture and the craftsmanship involved in creating Damascus gun barrels, offering a glimpse into antiquated gun-making techniques.
Diverse firearms were showcased, ranging from elegant dueling pistols to practical shotguns, muskets, and even an anti-poacher gun. Participants gained insights into the evolution of firing mechanisms, from the archaic method of igniting powder with a lighted wick to the advent of percussion fuses and the modern cartridge.
Given our club’s focus on clay pigeon shooting, particular attention was paid to exhibits illustrating the historical progression of shooting moving targets. From original ball traps launching glass balls to ingenious contraptions like the windup trap releasing fan blades into the sky. The presentation underscored the ingenuity and evolution of target shooting practices.
In addition to these main attractions, attendees were tasked with identifying various smaller exhibits, showcasing a spectrum of familiarity and expertise within the audience. The award for a correct answer, a chocolate.
The event concluded with a convivial luncheon, fostering camaraderie among participants as they reflected on the enriching experience of delving into the annals of firearm history. John Hargreaves’ expertise and passion for his collection left an indelible impression, reminding us of the enduring legacy and significance of historical firearms in shaping our sporting traditions.
Practice Shoot at Quainton 17th March 2024
Practice Shoot at Quainton 17th March 2024
Good to be back shooting again. The rain has made the fields unsuitible for shooting on, resulting in a couple of cancelled shoots. Today we dis shoot and shot at Quainton, where we have a hard area to walk on. The wet fields still limited the type of targets which could be set. Thankfully the rain held off, the day was warm, and we had an excellant shoot.
Scores Helena 44 Keith 42 John F 40 Michael (guest) 40 Mark H 40 Peter B 39 Anthea 38 Graham H 38 Jake B 38 Wally 37 Pete B 37 Graham C 35 Tod 35 Tye 35 Luke B 33 Bill 33 Steve 33 Geoff E 32 Tony 31 Joe T 31 Ben 30 Alfie 27 Glenn 27 Lee 26 Kelsey 26 Annie 26 Joe 24 Shirley 24 Jim 23 Johnny 19 Beth 16 Izzy (guest) 15
Practice Shoot Doddershall 4th February 2024
Lovely day for shooting, warm, no rain, but a little breeze to keep those without jackets on the cooler side. Good turnout, so stand 6 was brought in to keep the queues short.
The results for the day.
Mark H 45 Todd 42 Melvin 40 Ben E 40 John F 40 Keith 39 Graham C 38 Helena 36 John W 36 Mark C 36 Joe 35 Dennis 35 John A 34 Jennifer 34 Clive 33 Daniel 32 Tye 32 Peter Bu 31 Annie 31 Steve B 31 Joe T 30 Geoff E 30 Tony 30 Kelsey 30 Anthea 30 Shirley 30 Adrian 29 Glenn 28 Alfie 27 Mike H 26 Bill 25 Wally 24 Lee 24 Callum 19
Practice Shoot Ludgershall 21st January 2024
Practice Shoot Ludgershall 21st January 2024
This was our inaugural shoot of the year. Our previously planned gathering at Doddershall had to be called off due to rather excessive rain, leading to waterlogged fields. The fields have since dried out somewhat, with the ground proving to be firm, still bearing the frost from prior days. However, remnants of the previous night’s precipitation left puddles scattered about. We were all delighted to resume our sport.
Melvin 44 Mark H 43 John F 42 Helena 41 Todd 40 Dennis 39 Graham C 39 Adrian 38 Glenn 38 Dibber 37 Jennifer 36 Steve B 35 Shirley 32 Dick 31 Tye 31 Johnny 31 Lee 31 Wally 29 Mark C 29 Anthea 28 Kelsey 25 Geoff E 22 Jim 20 Callum (Guest) 17 Rambo 10 Beth 9
Fred Dymock Shoot 17th December 2023
Fred Dymock Trophy Shoot
The Fred Dymock Trophy shoot was held on the 17th of December at our Ludgershall shooting ground. The organisers worked hard setting up the shoot, having to move many of the traps by hand owing to the soggy land. Thankfully, the rain held off during the shoot. Thank you to the many who stayed behind to help move the traps back into the trailers at the end of the shoot.
The shoot was the usual 50 bird, 5 stand shoot, with an added four-person flurry shoot at the tea break.
After the shoot and clear up, we made our way back to the village hall where there was a worthy feast awaiting us and our partners. An incredibly special thanks to the committee and helpers for providing a lovely Christmas meal.
During the meal, the shooting prizes were given out. The Fred Dymock trophy is a handicap shoot, and four randomly (?) selected results from previous shoots were used to seed the result. There were also prizes for various High Gun Categories.
Prizes
Fred Dymock Trophy | Beth |
High Gent | Mark |
High Lady | Helena |
High Junior | Kelesey |
Results
Mark H 46 Dave 45 Pete B 45 Peter Bu 44 Helena 43 Tod 42 Steve B 40 Adrian 39 Dick 39 Anthea 39 John F 39 Melvin 39 Luke 39 Ben E 39 Brett 38 Johnny 38 Tye 37 Wally 37 Ian (Guest) 37 Geoff 36 Logan 35 Big Ben 35 Daniel 35 Jennifer 33 Glenn 33 Jim 32 Tony 32 Dennis 31 Alfie 30 Graham N 29 Mike H 29 Mike C 28 Shirley 28 Jo 27 Kelsey 24 Beth 19 Rambo 11
Gallery
Flurry Shoot
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