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THE GENTLEMAN / THE SPORTING ADDRESS BOOK

A good ground.
A fine day out.

Twenty shooting grounds and schools across Britain, including a new London and nearby edit. Find an introduction close to home, or make it part of a country weekend.

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THE GENTLEMAN / A SPORTING WAY OF LIFE
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Northern England

Yorkshire estates, open country and the quieter landscapes of the South Lakes.

05 / NORTHERN ENGLAND

Lupton, near Kirkby Lonsdale · Cumbria

Crabtree Clay Shoot

A family-run South Lakes ground with sporting stands among trees and gullies, a covered beginners’ area and a friendly cabin for refreshments.

First-time experiences · Individual tuition · South Lakes

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Southern England

From the South Downs to the Surrey countryside, with two Sussex grounds close to home.

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Scotland

Highland woodland, Perthshire estates and established grounds across the Central Belt and Fife.

04 / SCOTLAND

Dunkeld House Hotel estate · Perthshire

County Clays

Founded on the estate in 1990, with introductory clay sessions, experienced instructors and a distinctive Perthshire woodland setting.

Beginner sessions · Estate heritage · Woodland ground

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London & nearby

Three Greater London grounds, plus two destinations outside London in Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. Explore the London guide →

03 / LONDON & NEARBY

Northolt · West London

AC Sporting Targets

A welcoming local clay club with coaching, beginner packages, membership and an on-site café. Sporting, skeet and compact layouts offer variety for a regular visit.

Beginner coaching · Club membership · Café

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05 / LONDON & NEARBY

Markyate, near St Albans · Hertfordshire · Outside London

Atkin Grant & Lang

Woodland and meadow clay shooting near the M1, with a dedicated teaching area, beginner instruction and membership options. A useful choice north of London.

Beginner instruction · Clay shooting · Membership

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BEFORE THE DAY

A little preparation.
A better day.

For a first visit, book an introductory session and ask what is included. Confirm accessibility, clothing, equipment and the day’s arrangements directly with the ground.

This is an independent editorial selection, rather than a ranking or an endorsement by the venues. Details were checked against venue websites on 18 October 2026; availability and arrangements can change.