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The new Broomhills – Atkin Grant and Lang in Markyate, Herts

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I’ll be honest, my previous experiences of this ground were always negative (to the point I vowed never to go there again – but that’s a different kettle of fish). I must stress that was with the old owners!

So, with some trepidation, a few of us popped along to the new AGL shooting ground on Friday. Literally, from driving in the gate – there is a whole new atmosphere about the place. Lot’s of groundwork has been done, with more in progress (including some great looking grouse butts). Everything is cleaner and much more professional looking. I think they have dropped the air rifle range along with the PSG range (thankfully).

One of the greatest things to hear – the fields are back in play! No being restricted to shooting into the woods (wahooo)! There were only 8 stands up and running last week, but you have to remember they are only 2 weeks into the renovation. Many more stands are planned in the coming months, along with opening the kitchen for some grub (i’m hoping there will be a bar too)! The birds are varied and testing – a great layout. We shot 500 and only had 5 ‘no birds’ from the new promatic traps. A vast improvement from the predecessors! They are using the ClayMate card system so great for solo shooters and groups alike. It’s worth pointing out they are a fiber only ground. The only slight negative for me, was the new stands. They seem to bounce-back lots of noise/sonic wave to both the shooter and to anybody standing behind (even with ear defs). My ears were literally ringing, so my advice is don’t stand directly behind the shooter (or maybe my ears are just over sensitive).

The shop is a bit bare at the moment, but again, it’s a work in progress. Although saying that, between us, we walked away with a slab of cartridges (very competitively priced – £158 per thousand), 150 rounds of .22 ammo (also cheap), some stock varnish and a new opinel knife!

Prices are per clay;

Midweek is 28p for members and 33p for non-members. Weekend prices are 28p for members and a hefty 40p for non-members.

However, the membership package is very appealing and i’ll definitely be signing up next time I visit. You can see full prices and details here; http://www.agl-uk.com/

So all in all, a very good ground and this is only the start, surely things can only get better?!? The black cloud looming over the place has been well and truly blown away. Don’t be afraid and cast the negative thoughts from your mind – go try the new ground, you won’t be disappointed!

Valley View Clay Shoot – Missenden, Bucks

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A couple of us shot here yesterday and I can recommend the ground highly. I was a bit dubious as it has recently been taken over and the predecessor (Ian Payne) used to put on a blinder of a shoot.

Adam, the new guy, has done a good job for sure.

Yesterday was a 100-bird layout over 12 stands. Only one 3-pair stand had a single trap throwing out the same bird so there is great variety. It’s a big old bit of land too so the potential is great and i’m sure the birds change from shoot-to-shoot. We followed the same guys round and the only waiting was 4/5 minutes while they shot a couple of stands. There was maybe 1 no bird in the 100.

It cost £30 for the 100. As a Brucey Bonus they have prizes for Top Gun and runners up. 1st gets a free round and 100 carts. 2nd gets a free round and 50 carts (I think). 3rd just gets a free round! Nice little touch which adds a little competition (if you’re in to that).

The next shoot is a 50-bird sporting on Boxing Day. They then start back on the 15th January and shoot fortnightly.

Also, the sausages and bacon are proper good. None of that cheap brakes brother stuff! Great atmosphere and seemingly nice chaps :)

Here is their website: http://www.valleyviewclub.com

Here is their facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Valley-View-Sporting-Gun-Club/136083579831200

Here is their location: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&q=51.686877,-0.680206%20%28Valley%20view%29

Welcome to my website…

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Hi, my name is Ben and I’d like to thank you for visiting my own little bit of the Internet.

You’ve either come here for a reason or have been randomly dumped here by the magical powers of t’internet. Google.com and it’s amazing search engine optimisation algorithms, I’ve yet to master the technique!

The purpose of the site is to keep far-flung friends and family up-to-date with what I’m doing plus remind myself every now and then. I have tried to make the site as easy to navigate as possible. It is pretty jam packed with info on all my hobbies (from paragliding, clay pigeon shooting to gliding and bushcraft and everything in-between) so feel free to have a look around and contact me if you need anything.

Ben

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