This clay pigeon shooting ground in West Lothian is in the heart of central Scotland and just 25 minutes west of the cosmopolitan city of Edinburgh and you'll be shooting with the fantastic Scottish landscape as your backdrop.
All level of clay shooters from beginners to more the experienced are welcome at this family-run ground. You'll be taught by professional instructors who have a real passion for clay pigeon shooting, with a relaxed, friendly and safe style. All coaches are qualified through the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association, the Scottish Clay Target Association, the British Association for Shooting and Conservation or the Institute of Clay Shooting Instructors.
After an initial safety briefing, you'll be kitted out with a suitable gun for your size and experience, then taught how to handle the shot gun and be given some hints and tips to make sure you're ready to hit your target. You'll then head out to the traps ready to take on the clays.
At this clay pigeon shooting ground in West Lothian, automated traps release various sizes of clay targets up into the air for you to take aim and fire at. The targets, which are made from pitch and chalk explode in a really rather satisfying way when you get a direct hit. If you hit a clay it's called a kill, but if you miss, it's called a bird away!
- 50, 75 or 100 cartridges, according to the voucher purchased
- The use of the shotgun and all safety equipment
- 1:1 or small group tuition from professional, qualified instructors
- The experience lasts between one and three hours
- Advice on gun fitting and guidance on modern manners/etiquette for game shooting available on request - great for anyone wanting to take up the sport
- Session usually available seven days a week throughout the year
- Shooting ground open from 10:30 to dusk
- The clay pigeon shooting ground is off the A71 at West Calder
- 25 minutes' drive from Edinburgh
- Minimum age for clay shooting at this venue is 12 years old
- Please wear suitable clothing for the weather such as wellington boots, waterproof jacket and gloves etc
- Guests can come along to watch but there are no covered areas
- Close to Edinburgh city centre perfect for shopping and sightseeing if spectators prefer
- No refreshments available on site, but you are welcome to bring them along with you