Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex
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Shooting Experience Days: This superb Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex
is a fantastically unique experience that makes the perfect family
day out, corporate event, birthday, stag or hen do, experience gift
for a shooting enthusiast or just a fun and memorable solo activity
to enjoy yourself!
Shooting in a beautiful woodland location near Crowborough, East
Sussex, you will be able to enjoy stunning surroundings and plenty
of fresh air as you get to grips with a variety of replica guns. Under
expert tuition from NSRA instructors you will be in the best hands
possible, and if you have never shot before you will be surprised
at how quickly you can pick it up! With a comfortable, year round
heated, purpose-built shooting range, a fantastic selection of
targets set in 750 acres of woodland, and replica guns including the 'James
Bond' gun, the Walther PPK, semi automatics and fully automatics,
this really is the ultimate shooting experience. Mixed targets are
set out at various positions and qualified range officers will be
around at all times to assist and ensure you are shooting in safe
environment. You are able to bring your own packed lunch to eat in
the lovely rustic picnic area!
This is a great opportunity to experience the extreme thrill of
shooting in a controlled outdoors environment. This is a fun and
exciting activity to enjoy with friends or family but equally can
be enjoyed as an individual - so get shooting now and don't look
back!
Replica Guns Used:
Benjamin 22; Sniper Rifle Walther PPK; James Bond's - Gun Walther
PT85; Semi-Automatic Pistol Heckler & Koch MP5; Semi-Automatic
G36; Automatic
When can you book Crowborough Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in East Sussex is
available throughout the year, from Friday to Sunday either
10:00 am or 13:00 pm.
Adventure Requirements
Minimum Age: 10.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian on site.
Extra ammunition can be purchased on the day - this will start at a cost of around £20.00.
How long is the Crowborough Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting
Experience Duration: 2:00
Time Spent at Venue: 2:00
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in East Sussex lasts for two hours.
Guest Info For Crowborough Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting
Participants: The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex is for 1 participant.
Max Group Size: 8
Spectators Allowed on Site: Yes
Minimum Group Size: 1
Maximum Group Size: 8
Spectators are allowed to view your Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting
Experience in East Sussex from the picnic area.
Activity Location
What to Wear For This Activity
You will be shooting in the outdoors in woodland during the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in East Sussex, so you should wear flat, study footwear and comfortable, casual clothes (no high heels!).
Please make sure you wrap up warmly during the winter months and bring gloves and a hat.
Safety glasses, hi-vis jackets, guns, targets and ammo will all be provided by the centre.
*If necessary, extra ammunition can be purchased on the day - this will start at a cost of around £20.00.
Is This Activity Weather Dependent?
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in East Sussex will go ahead in all weather conditions, so do make sure you dress appropriately! The shooting ranges are covered so you will be sheltered.
Crowborough Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Reviews
- 5 stars out of 5
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Following from the last experience I reviewed, there was a bit of a big leap between Pole Dancing and Shooting! That’s what’s great about Experience Days, so much variety. Heading up to Crowborough, Garry and I were on our way to meet another Garry from Corporate Buzz (two Garry’s with two R’s, who’d have thought?). This was Garry’s (Experience Days Garry) first experience with me, so he was pretty excited, and also keen to try out this activity to see if it’s something he’d like to do for his stag do.
The centre was supposed to have a balloon flying outside to guide us in, but unfortunately it had deflated meaning finding the centre wasn’t as easy as it could have been, but we still got there on time. Walking through a forest we met Garry (Corporate Buzz Garry) and two other gentleman participating in the experience. The target area looked great, there was a wide variety of things to aim at, from spinners to cans to circular targets, all set against a misty forest. The shooting area had a picnic area with these really cute carved wooden chairs, tables and a barbecue, then the actual shooting hut had benches, a table lined with guns of all shapes and sizes, and a roof overhead in case it rained (which it didn’t).
The gentlemen doing the experience with us went first, so we knew what would be happening. They’d clearly done some shooting before because their aim was very good, I was starting to think maybe this wouldn’t be so difficult! Between each gun, Garry would explain a bit about them, how to properly use them, and some history about what they’re used for. He was clearly very passionate about weapons and shooting techniques, which made what he was saying very interesting to listen to. Then it was our turn!
Garry (ED) and I alternated turns between shooting, first having a go on the Benjamin 22 sniper-like air rifle. Looking through a scope made aiming very easy, but the further away I pointed, the more I noticed how much my hands were shaking under the weight of the gun, which didn’t help the aiming. I did manage to hold it still for long enough to hit a couple of targets, but I can’t see myself becoming a professional sniper anytime soon! Up next was the James Bond handgun, the Walther PPK. I was pretty excited about this one because I could pretend to be a policeman and look really cool, same with the Walther PT85. Actually hitting targets was a lot harder with these guns because you don’t hold them up to your eye and aim, you just point and hope for the best, which I did, and I think I hit something, maybe once.
After the pistols it was time for the big guns (wahey). Machine guns! How exciting. We would be firing two, the Koch MP5 and the Koch G36, both could be either semi-automatic or fully automatic, and we would be trying both settings. If, like me, you’re unsure of the difference between an automatic and a semi-automatic weapon, basically automatic guns you just hold down the trigger and the bullets fire repeatedly until you let go, and semi-automatic you pull the trigger for each shot, but it reloads automatically. Slotting the magazine into place and switching the safety catch off, we were ready to fire. It’s tempting with machine guns to move the gun side to side, hoping to hit a wider range of targets, but actually this will make you miss more due to the kick back of the gun once you fire. Still, I did hit a few targets and it was so much fun! It’s slightly addictive, which could be a bit worrying if you think about it, but we were having a great time in a safe environment.
Arty photos
Once all the tin cans were thoroughly destroyed, we finished for the day. I can’t say thank you enough to Garry (CB) who invited us to come along, he was so accommodating and made the experience very interesting, making sure we got as much from it as we possibly could. Rifle and pistol shooting is an exciting activity that can be enjoyed by adults and children, as well as the perfect theme for a stag or hen do. I’d highly recommend it and I know Garry (ED) would too!
They call me Stacey, Evie Stacey.
Questions about Crowborough Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting
Yes that's absolutely fine. Once the vouchers are redeemed, you will receive the centre details so you can contact the instructor and arrange for the two of you to participate in the Shooting Experience on the same day.
You will have the option of using the following guns: Benjamin 22; Sniper Rifle Walther PPK; James Bond's - Gun Walther PT85; Semi-Automatic Pistol Heckler & Koch MP5; Semi-Automatic G36; Automatic.
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience is suitable for all abilities, the instructor is a professional with firearms and can tailor the session to meet your specific needs.
The guns are not real firearms, just air rifles and pistols are used. The only experience we offer with a real firearm is the clay pigeon shooting.
Hello The minimum age limit for this experience is 10 years old.
Hello This experience includes ammunition to use on the day. However, additional ammunition can be purchased on the day for £20. This would include the following... For only £20 why not upgrade your special weapons experience. This Upgrade will give you the following… Double ammunition of each pistol 1 x reactive exploding target (not included in normal special weapons +more available at £1 per target) Double ammunition of the .50Cal Desert Eagle 1 x magazine (approximately 300-400 rounds on each gun) of the assault rifles and machine guns. Special weapons only includes one Assault rifle. Either the MG42 General Purpose Machine gun (not included in the normal special weapons experience) or the M16 Blowback action with an awesome working! bolt action (not included in the normal special weapons experience) Sniper rifle 10 rounds
The guns and rifles used are a mix of air pellets and airsoft. Live rounds are not allowed here.
Hello All vouchers are valid for ten months from the date of purchase.
The minimum age for this experience is 10.
I'm afraid you would not be able to use your own air gun. The centre will insist that you use their equipment that they are insured on and regually check over.
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience takes place near Friar's Gate, Crowborough, East Sussex.
The guns used in the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex are as follows: Benjamin 22; Sniper Rifle Walther PPK; James Bond's Gun - Walther PT85; Semi-Automatic Pistol Heckler & Koch MP5; Semi-Automatic G36: Automatic
The venue doesn't have a postcode as it's not in a postal area, but the location is Church Hill in Friars Gate.
The minimum age for this experience is 10, so your 15 year old nephew would be fine.
There are two sessions available on each day.
There is an area where spectators can view and take in all the action.
This is a two hour shooting experience.
Spectators are welcome and can to view this experience from the picnic area while the participant takes part.
The guns used in the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex are air guns and therefore do not fire live rounds.
Spectators are welcome to come along and watch the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience from the picnic area.
None of the guns are live fired guns. They are all air powered.
The weapons used for the Air rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex are either air weapons, CO2 operated, Nitrogen operated, electric and spring operated. The air rifles are .177 calibre rifles.
The weapons generally used in the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex are as follows: Benjamin 22; Sniper Rifle Walther PPK; James Bond's - Gun Walther PT85; Semi-Automatic Pistol Heckler & Koch MP5; Semi-Automatic G36; Automatic.
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex is 2 hours long.
The Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex should be okay for those who are pregnant. It may be worth checking with the doctor first. It isn't very strenuous.
Yes, as a gift company that's what we provide. You can add a voucher to your cart and follow the checkout process.
I'm afraid the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex doesn't offer live rounds. Just a mixture of air pellets and airsoft.
The range can hold up to 8 people at one time for the Air Rifle and Pistol Shooting Experience in Sussex.
The shooting experience lasts for around two hours.
This air rifle and pistol shooting experience is suitable for beginners. Your size should not affect your ability to shoot and an instructor will be with you at all times to assist.
The total duration of this experience is about 2 hours. This consists of shooting a variety of different guns at various targets. Guns used are as follows: Benjamin 22; Sniper Rifle Walther PPK; James Bond's - Gun Walther PT85; Semi-Automatic Pistol Heckler & Koch MP5; Semi-Automatic G36; Automatic.
You will need to bring your own packed lunches; there is a picnic area at the activity centre.
The guns are not real firearms, just air rifles and pistols are used.
Unfortunately, we're unable to say definitively as everybody learns at their own individual pace, so the answer will never be exactly the same.
Safety briefing is usually about 5 minutes.
The shooting instruction ordinarily lasts around 10 - 15 minutes, depending on the group.
There will also be a brief guide on how to use each particular gun. The length varies depending on the learning speed of the group.
The whole experience lasts approximately 2 hours total.
Numerous members of the Experience Days team have taken this experience and it's great fun. You get to try out on a number of guns/rifles and the instructor is there giving you clear instructions at all time. We can recommend it to help your fiancee learn shooting for the first time.
You either add an extra person at a discounted price when buying the voucher or add them to the voucher when redeeming online.
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