Category Archives: Past Events

A chilly and damp start for the 2023/24 Frostbite League, though the rain held off for most of the time and the still conditions made it feel warmer than it was. It being Remembrance Sunday the proceedings paused at 11 … Continue reading →

An interesting and challenging days shooting. A unique course of fire to commemorate the late Queen: 96 (years of life) shots at 50m (8 cards, 12 shots on each), 70 (years of reign) shots at 100yds (5 cards, 14 shots … Continue reading →

To mark the first anniversary of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II the BSSA are holding a memorial open meeting. In honour of the late Queen, two competitions are offered: The main competition is 96 shots (1 for each year … Continue reading →

Entries are now open for the BSSA 25yd pairs competitions. Entries for the winter 2023/24 25yd competition close on the 4th September with the first round to be shot by the 9th October. Further details and entry form may be … Continue reading →

An almost over pleasant day for the competitors, with the temperature hovering above the 30°C mark. Luckily, there was a slight breeze which took the edge off the sun’s heat, however it also provided a challenge for the competitors. There … Continue reading →

60 shots at 100 yds and optional 40 shots at 50 metres Venue: BEDFORD RIFLE CLUB RANGES, CLAPHAM ROAD, BEDFORD MK41 6EN . To be shot in four classes: CLASS X – National Classification, current and previous three years. Classes … Continue reading →

Detailed results of the 2023 County Championships may be found here. The winners table is:- Short Range First Second Third Class A Cudmore Geer Cup Wendy Foith Jim Duguid Mark Raftery Class B W E Greenwood Cup Tracey Beadle Mick … Continue reading →

The forecast was for a pleasant spring day, it was late arriving and the first detail had to contend with a chilly overcast; thereafter the sun appeared and, other than the occasional wind flurry, pleasant shooting conditions prevailed.  The fair … Continue reading →

Venue: BEDFORD RIFLE CLUB RANGES, CLAPHAM ROAD, BEDFORD MK41 6EN . 60 SHOTS @ 50 metres, plus optional, 40 SHOTS @ 100 yards Prone to be shot in f0ur classes: CLASS X – National Classification, current and previous five years. … Continue reading →

There was a good turnout for the first BSSA outdoor open of the year, bolstered by a concurrent match between the South West and Eastern region squads, with 41 competitors for the English Match. The organisers had arranged some pleasant … Continue reading →