The Clay Shooting Company

10/06/2026

The Day for Change…

It was an early start for me this morning. All 16 sporting stands at our Garlands venue have now been completely reset with brand-new targets ahead of practice on Friday and Saturday, and the 100 registered event on Sunday.

I’m often asked about target setting—how, why, and when I set targets the way I do. For me, it comes down to three simple principles:

* It should not be a test of eyesight.
* It should not be a test of quick transition reaction time.
* It should provide entertaining and enjoyable target combinations.

I always try to help the shooter. If the target flight is read correctly and the first shot is executed well, the gun should naturally be left in the right place to address the second target. I prefer to rely on good trap setting and making the most of the terrain rather than forcing shooters completely out of position. Once that happens, it often becomes more of a reaction and eyesight test than a shooting challenge.

That doesn’t mean we can’t be a little devious! Subtle twists and turns in a clay’s flight, especially over undulating ground, can make all the difference. And one thing to always remember—a flat field isn’t always as flat as it looks! 😁

Looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend.

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

A Rare Opportunity – Four Guns Available | Cold Aston Simulated Game Day | 2nd July 2026

An exceptional opportunity has become available to join us for one of our renowned Simulated Game Days at the magnificent Cold Aston Shoot, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Cotswolds.

With just four guns available, this is your chance to experience a day that combines outstanding sport, first-class hospitality, and the warm camaraderie for which Cold Aston has become so well known.

Expect a full day of exhilarating, high-bird simulated shooting across stunning drives, designed to challenge and entertain Guns of all abilities. Off the peg, you’ll enjoy superb hospitality throughout the day, including a delicious breakfast, elevenses, a sumptuous lunch, and refreshments, complemented by excellent wines, beers, and soft drinks.

The Cold Aston team takes great pride in delivering an experience that is second to none—whether it’s the quality of the shooting, the spectacular scenery, or the unforgettable atmosphere shared amongst friends and fellow sportsmen.

Date: Thursday 2nd July 2026
Venue: Cold Aston Shoot, Cotswolds
Price: £375 per Gun
Cartridges: Own cartridges to be provided – strictly fibre wad only.

Places are limited and expected to fill quickly. If you’d like to secure one of these remaining pegs, please get in touch at your earliest convenience.

07/06/2026

This week coming sees us mainly midlands based with open practice for sporting and ABT on Friday and Saturday then on Sunday we are open for 100 registered Sporting and 100 registered ABT all at our garlands venue , postcode B79 9JR

06/06/2026

Few snap shots of Cold Aston challenge today

Thankyou to Ben Hughes and The Wild Boyz team , we will see them again at our British open supersporting championship in July …

04/06/2026

See you all tomorrow and Saturday

03/06/2026

Bookings now coming in

ABT 100 registered

Sunday 14th June

At our garlands venue , our layouts and targets are considered some of the best in the country by slot of top shooters and shooters who just shoot for fun

Come and see for yourselves , pre book shoot in advance , text me to book your places

03/06/2026

The Cold Aston 100 Sporting Challenge – This Saturday

Join us for what promises to be one of the standout sporting events in the Cotswolds calendar.

We’re delighted to announce that Wild Boyz Catering, owned by Ben Hughes, will be providing exceptional refreshments throughout the day, featuring a menu crafted from locally sourced partridge and venison, showcasing the very best of Cotswold produce.

Three key ingredients for a cracking sporting day out:

• Cold Aston Shoot Venue – a superb setting in the heart of the Cotswolds
• The Clay Shooting Company – delivering first-class targets and sporting challenges
• Wild Boyz Catering – serving outstanding locally sourced game cuisine throughout the event

Whether you’re competing, spectating, or simply enjoying a day in the countryside, the Cold Aston 100 Sporting Challenge offers a fantastic combination of shooting, hospitality, and Cotswold tradition.

We look forward to welcoming you this Saturday for a memorable day of sport, great food, and excellent company.

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02/06/2026

The Cold Aston 100 bird challenge is evolving daily into what promises to be a fantastic day 😁😁This coming Saturday

Today we welcome on board Ben Hughes and his Wild boyz catering trailer that will be serving up all locally produced partridge sausages and burgers for all to enjoy

So just to recap this shoot is at Sweetslade farm located on the A429 between Northleach A40 roundabout and Bourton on the Warer

It is strictly fibre wads cartridges only ,

For the competitive ones there is £250 High Gun prize and £200 in each CPSA lettered class , those that are not CPSA members can be classified on the day or shoot it for fun

Shooting starts at 9.00 with last entry at 3.00 , payments can be made with cards or cash on the day .