WMS Bisley at The National Shooting Centre, Bisley, Surrey
WMS Bisley offers a wide range of shooting training options within one hour of central London, Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Located at the National Shooting Centre, in Bisley Surrey, this means we can offer bespoke whole days, half days and evenings for individuals or groups who want to improve their shooting, or experience it for the first time. Instruction will either be provided by Andrew Venables or one of the WMS team of highly experienced instructors.
The National Shooting Centre at Bisley in Surrey was created in 1860 and has held a well-deserved international reputation since. The 3,000 acre site, also home to the UK National Rifle Association (NRA), has multiple shooting ranges accommodating all relevant rifle-shooting disciplines.
WMS Firearms Training, which was set up in 2006, has been granted unique commercial access to these ranges following an agreement between WMS and the NRA signed in early 2022 which enables us to train clients under our usual commercial operating procedures. No NRA membership is required to shoot with us at Bisley and booking is simple, email us on info@wmsfirearmstraining.com or call 01974 81869 and we do the rest.
Training days available: Bespoke Days for Private Clients on a one-to-one or two-to-one basis; Group Days, Introduction to Rifle Shooting Days, Family Rifle Experience Days, Professional Training. All WMS training adheres to the ‘keep it simple’ principle and is respectful, patient and tailored to the client’s specific goals and learning style.
Shooting range:
- Chobham Ridges Range, just a 10 minute drive from Bisley Camp, offers shooting on to reactive steel targets from 150 -1,170 yards over challenging terrain, much the same as in Wales, where wind and elevation combine to test the skills of even the most experienced shots. There are two covered firing areas for up to 8 people. Plans are underway to add another template offering .22RF shooting 50-300 yards and additional centrefire targets.
- Other NSC ranges may be available depending on client requirements.
Targets: Chobham Ridges Range features reactive steel targets, similar to those we use on our shooting areas in mid Wales.
Calibres: The Bisley location does place some constraints on the calibres which can be used. Calibres with energy levels in excess of .308 are subject to High Muzzle Energy regulations requiring zero checks and proof of ballistic inputs. .338 calibre, notably .338LM is subject of a ban on use currently, as are .50BMG, .375 Cheytac, .408 Cheytac, etc.
Distances: maximum available for any permitted calibre is 1,200 yards/1,107m. All distances available are from 10 yards to the maximum, varying with calibre, firearm type and discipline.
Facilities: The National Shooting Centre at Bisley camp offers a wide range of facilities including Bisley Shooting Ground with its excellent clay shooting; Fultons and William Evans gun shops; ample parking; the Clays Café, open for breakfast and lunch; the NRA/NSC head office. Chobham Ridges offers a warm room/kitchen, parking, multiple covered firing points, and a toilet.
Meeting point: The Council Club Room at Bisley Shooting Ground, on Bisley Camp (see below for address). We can also pick you up from Brookwood train station and drop you back there after your day.
Accommodation: There is a variety of on-site accommodation at Bisley Camp and good local accommodation options. See our Accommodation Page for more details.
Who for: Private clients who want to visit us on a regular basis for a tailor training development programme; private clients who do not have time to travel to Wales; groups who want to improve their shooting in a familiar location.
When: Dates to suit you providing we have availability
Duration: 09.00-17.30 or to suit you
Getting to WMS Bisley:
Meeting point: The Council Club, Bisley Camp, Brookwood, Woking GU24 0NY
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WMS Bisley is located just 30 miles from central London between the Surrey towns of Woking and Guildford, with their excellent road and rail links (A3 or M3), and is minutes from Brookwood Train Station.
Clients using WMS centrefire rifles must age 17+. Clients must not be a Prohibited Person under the 1968 Firearms Act. Payment is confirmation of booking and full payment must be made in advance of the day.
Training days available: Bespoke Days for Private Clients on a one-to-one or two-to-one basis; Group Days, Introduction to Rifle Shooting Days, Family Rifle Experience Days, Professional Training. All WMS training adheres to the ‘keep it simple’ principle and is respectful, patient and tailored to the client’s specific goals and learning style.
Shooting ranges available:
- Chobham Ridges Range, this unique range, just a 10 minute drive from Bisley Camp, offers shooting on to reactive steel targets from 150 -1,170 yards over challenging terrain, much the same as in Wales, where wind and elevation combine to test the skills of even the most experienced shots. There are two covered firing areas for up to 8 people. Plans are underway to add another template offering .22RF shooting 50-300 yards and additional centrefire targets.
- Other NSC ranges are available depending on client requirements.
Targets: Shooting ranges on Bisley Camp mostly focuses on the use of a variety of approved papar/cardboard/wood frame targets. Some ranges have modern wireless electronic scoring systems. The precise bullet placement is recorded on a screen on the firing point by the shooter. There is also manual butt marking available on some ranges, with staff working the target system in the butts, patching holes, indicating hits and scores.
Chobham Ridges Range features reactive steel targets, similar to those we use on our shooting areas in mid Wales.
Calibres: The Bisley location does place some constraints on the calibres which can be used. Calibres with energy levels in excess of .308 are subject to High Muzzle Energy regulations requiring zero checks and proof of ballistic inputs. .338 calibre, notably .338LM is subject of a ban on use currently, as are .50BMG, .375 Cheytac, .408 Cheytac, etc.
Distances: maximum available for any permitted calibre is 1,200 yards/1,107m. All distances available are from 10 yards to the maximum, varying with calibre, firearm type and discipline.
Facilities: The National Shooting Centre at Bisley camp offers a wide range of facilities including Bisley Shooting Ground with its excellent clay shooting; Fultons and William Evans gun shops; ample parking; the Clays Café, open for breakfast and lunch; the NRA/NSC head office. Chobham Ridges offers a warm room/kitchen, parking, multiple covered firing points, and a toilet.
Meeting point: The Council Club Room at Bisley Shooting Ground, on Bisley Camp.
Accommodation: There is a variety of on-site accommodation at Bisley Camp and good local accommodation options. See our Accommodation Page for more details.
Who for: Private clients who want to visit us on a regular basis for a tailor training development programme; private clients who do not have time to travel to Wales; groups who want to improve their shooting in a familiar location.
When: Dates to suit you providing we have availability
Duration: 09.00-17.30 or to suit you
Getting here: H to fill, rail, road, plane, helicopter, car
Clients using WMS centrefire rifles must age 17+. Clients must not be a Prohibited Person under the 1968 Firearms Act. Payment is confirmation of booking and full payment must be made in advance of the day.