Frequently asked questions.

Very safe! Safety is very important to us and we never let anyone handle a rifle unsupervised until we are absolutely certain they are safe. We ensure that everyone is given a safety talk and is able to demonstrate a knowledge of the safety requirements. Through these measures observed by all clubs, the sport is much safer than playing football or rugby.

Not at all, in fact rifle shooting is a sport enjoyed by people from 12 to 80 + years of age. Like any skill practice will improve your standard of personal achievement, but you don't have to be a champion to enjoy the activity.

Something comfortable that you don’t mind lying down in on a floor matt. Jeans, trainers and a fleece jumper are often favoured, but what ever you feel comfortable in will do. On top of this you will wear a shooting jacket and elbow pads provided by the club. When you become proficient you will use more specialised equipment and clothing that you can purchase yourself.

As a general rule we suggest over 12 years old however, some individuals can be younger. You basically need to be strong enough to safely hold and control a 6.5 kg rifle and have a responsible attitude. We constantly supervise anyone regardless of age who is new until we are 100% sure they are safe.

Target shooting is not especially expensive when compared to other activities. Club membership is currently £100 per annum with concessions for students and couples. Probationary members pay £4 per each session to shoot. This includes instruction and supervision, equipment, ammunition and insurance. If you get a fire arm certificate and decide to purchase your own rifle, they vary in price and the cost has a lot to do with how much individuals want to spend.

We have an open door policy with membership, the only precondition is that if you have any criminal convictions you may be prevented from joining or receiving training.

No, you do not need a fire arms licence whilst learning to shoot under supervision at North Bristol Rifle Club.

If you already have a fire arms certificate and want to transfer from another club you can do so with a reference from your former club and then, after a two month probation at NBRC to get to know the members, approval from the committee will be needed.

We are based in Shirehampton and the range is open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. If either of these days are suitable for you, then we can look at getting you down to check out the club and the range.

Although we are primarily an indoor smallbore rifle club (.22lr) and our range is only certified for prone shooting at 25 yards, we also shoot larger calibres elsewhere as a club at organised events.
 
While some of our members do shoot other rifle disciplines using our range, including air rifle (also in a prone position at 25 yards), due to a limit on how many active members we are allowed, we would expect all members to take part in our main club activities (.22lr) including competitions wherever possible.
 
Outside of those commitments, members are free to shoot other appropriate/range certified equipment, as per their own interests.

Prospective members need to complete a six-month probationary period, where they are expected to attend the club regularly and take part in its activities.
 

Contact the club using the contact form, or contact the secretary via the footer below. If you prefer you can telephone using the number on the contact page. Either way you will receive a reply with instructions on how and when to come to the club. We look forward to seeing you !