Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Premier Clay Shooting Destination in North Yorkshire
Established in 1988, Thimbleby Shooting Ground is a premier shooting destination nestled within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Our 3,000-acre estate offers world-class facilities for clay shooting, simulated game days, and air rifle target practice. With state-of-the-art wireless-controlled traps and a Fibre Wad policy, we combine environmental responsibility with cutting-edge technology. Our team of APSI and BASC-accredited instructors delivers personalized coaching for individuals and groups, from novices to seasoned shooters.Corporate event specialists, we provide tailored packages with full hospitality, while our membership program offers exclusive benefits. Recognized for innovation, we pioneered the UK's first wireless trap system and maintain rigorous safety standards. Our military discount and accessible pricing reflect our commitment to making shooting sports inclusive for all.
Services
Clay Shooting
Shooting Lessons
Simulated Game Days
Air Rifle Range
Corporate Events
Membership Programs
Gun Hire
Gift Cards
Gun Sales
Event Bookings
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 20+ years operating within North Yorkshire Moors National Park
- BASC-accredited instructors with international coaching qualifications
- UK's first wireless-controlled trap system for consistent target delivery
- Tailored corporate events with full hospitality packages
- Military discount available on shooting activities
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Shooting and Conservation (BASC)
Services
Clay Shooting
Our 3,000-acre estate features 19 stands with varied targets including high pheasants and springing teal. The Promatic Claymate system allows self-paced shooting with difficulty indicators. Wireless-controlled traps ensure consistent target delivery while our Fibre Wad policy maintains environmental responsibility. Solo shooters benefit from intelligent delay systems.
Shooting Lessons
BASC and APSI-certified instructors provide personalized tuition for all abilities. Options include taster sessions, all-inclusive packages, and advanced technique development. Lessons accommodate individuals and groups up to four people with equipment hire included. Special programs available for juniors and seniors.
Simulated Game Days
Experience traditional game shooting across diverse terrain with full hospitality. Packages include breakfast, safety briefings, and four drives with professional loaders. Catering for 10+ guests, these events combine challenging shooting with countryside hospitality in a national park setting.
Air Rifle Range
The 40-metre range offers spring-powered air rifles for hire with targets suitable for all skill levels. Sessions available from one to three hours with pellet packages. Ideal for families and beginners seeking accessible shooting experiences without requiring shotgun licenses.
Corporate Events
Tailored shooting experiences for business groups with full hospitality packages. Includes safety training, equipment provision, and professional instruction. Packages accommodate team-building objectives while offering networking opportunities in a unique rural setting.
People
Philip Thompson
Shooting Ground Manager & Senior Instructor
APSI-certified instructor with national coaching experience. Manages daily operations and delivers advanced shooting tuition across the estate's varied terrain.
Adrian Gribbin
Shooting Instructor
CPSA Level 2 coach specializing in sporting clays and trap shooting. Holds international FITASC qualifications and focuses on technique refinement for competitive shooters.
Dave Marwood
Shooting Instructor
BASC-accredited coach with 40 years' game shooting experience. Specializes in introducing newcomers to clay shooting through accessible, confidence-building instruction.
Russ Dickinson
Shooting Instructor
Former police firearms instructor with Masters-level education qualifications. Applies psychological learning principles to develop personalized shooting improvement programs for diverse clients.
Caroline Thompson
Shooting Instructor
CPSA-certified instructor specializing in beginner tuition and ladies' shooting programs. Combines practical instruction with hospitality management experience.
Questions
How do I book a shooting session?
Book online through our calendar system or contact us directly via phone or email for lesson and event bookings.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal for all shooting activities and purchases.
Do I need a license for clay shooting?
License holders can shoot unaccompanied; non-license holders require supervision by an instructor or licensed holder.
What should I wear for shooting?
Sturdy footwear and outdoor clothing suitable for rural terrain are essential for all shooting activities.
Are corporate events available?
Yes, we offer tailored corporate packages starting from £85 per person including shooting and hospitality options.
Do you offer air rifle shooting?
Our 40-metre air rifle range provides equipment hire and sessions for all ages and experience levels.
Reviews (4)
Anthony Pollard
Jan 06, 2022
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Always visit when up from Wales, great set up, friendly staff and guests. Warm fire to enjoy a hot drink on a cold day. If you can make time to visit time well spent.
Geoff Rafton
Jan 04, 2022
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We witnessed on the 22nd December 2021 a young gent, who was shooting on the last but one stand with a nine shot auto with an extension tube. He `loaded up` and proceeded to shoot nine driven targets! I spoke to the gent in question, and advised him that a nine shot was not acceptable on a clay shooting ground. He did advise me he had a Fire Arms Certificate and that he would sleeve the gun and not use it again. What a relief?
Spoke to the two instructors in the clubhouse regarding this, and advised that they should have a safety officer on the shooting ground at all times, patrolling. We have
Spoke to the two instructors in the clubhouse regarding this, and advised that they should have a safety officer on the shooting ground at all times, patrolling. We have
Brad Clarkson
Jan 03, 2022
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Traveled 70 miles to shoot here today and can honestly say the best ground I’ve ever visited. Amazing targets and just a really good day shooting. If only I lived closer I would get a membership and shoot this ground all the time. Thank you to all the staff hopefully be back soon
Graham Cameron
Dec 31, 2021
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I was new to shooting and in the beginning booked a family two hour lesson . All I can say is that Steve our instructor was absolutely fantastic.
Firstly going through the basics of gun handling , then taking us up on to the training ground which myself and my family thoroughly enjoyed. Since then I have been every week under the instruction of Steve until my licence came through. I have learnt so much from Steve and have also gained certificates and valuable tuition. I am still shooting regularly with Steve and enjoy the whole experience. I would recommend anyone wanting to take up the sport
Firstly going through the basics of gun handling , then taking us up on to the training ground which myself and my family thoroughly enjoyed. Since then I have been every week under the instruction of Steve until my licence came through. I have learnt so much from Steve and have also gained certificates and valuable tuition. I am still shooting regularly with Steve and enjoy the whole experience. I would recommend anyone wanting to take up the sport
