Updated 29th of April 2024
1. The shoots will take place at Winnows Hill on alternate Sundays starting 10am.
2. The proposed membership will be no more than 80
3. The cost of membership will be £45 on joining and thereafter £35 per year. Couples and over 65s pay a reduced membership. Joining fee applies.
4. Junior members (under 16’s) pay reduced membership. joining fee applies. Shoots and practice will be full price for all.
5. The cost of each shoot will be £10 per 40 bird. Flushes to be arranged on the day. The cost of the shoot can be amended by the committee when necessary.
6. Guests will be charged an extra £5 per shoot (including practice stand) to cover insurance and use of club facilities. Proof of identity is required prior to shooting.
7. All members and guests must sign the registration book on every visit.
8. Members are expected to attend at least 8 shoots per year to qualify for renewal of membership. (Extenuating circumstances can be considered as the committee sees fit but only if direct contact is made with the committee).
9. Guests will be the responsibility of the member who invites them.
10. Guests may only shoot under supervision of a full member. Novices may only shoot on the practice stand under the individual supervision of a committee member or club instructor.
11. All persons will allow shotgun certificates to be inspected by any committee member at any time.
12. Alcohol is not permitted on the field whilst shooting is in progress. Anyone breaking this rule will be asked to leave immediately.
13. Under our tenancy agreement fibre wads only are allowed. There are no exceptions.
14. The Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer shall form a committee and shall have the power to fill any vacancy during their term of office. They may also form sub-committees for specific purposes or create by-laws for the good of the club.
15. Members and guests will be expected to help set up and clear up shoots. Everyone is expected to keep the ground tidy at all times.
16. No betting will be allowed
17. No live cartridges are to be removed from the ground by those not holding valid shotgun certificates.
18. Tracer cartridges and naked flames are prohibited at Winnows Hill at all times. During dry periods smoking is allowed only in the car park area.