At WARPC we are proud to be a club that embraces the full spectrum of the shooting sports. We believe that shooting should be both challenging and inspiring, we have members who delight in the modern sport of rifle shooting as well as people with expertise and knowledge in the history of firearms and enjoy keeping this history alive.
Among our members are shooters who run some of the most advanced extreme long range target rifles in use today. These are finely engineered precision instruments, paired with modern optics and carefully developed loads, capable of extraordinary consistency at distances that demand absolute focus and discipline. We take real pride in the skill, dedication and technical understanding that our long range shooters bring to the firing point.
At the same time, our members are passionate about the deep heritage of our sport. Many of us find equal enjoyment in the smoke, flame and rhythm of black powder shooting. The measured pace of loading, the rolling cloud of smoke and the unmistakable report of a muzzle loading musket go back centuries in their history. Our firing points often showcase a remarkable collection of historic and iconic firearms, from traditional muzzle loaders through to carefully preserved service rifles that carry stories of another era.
What defines us, however, is not just the equipment we use, but the community of our club. Our members bring decades of combined experience across numerous disciplines and are always willing to share their knowledge. Whether someone joins us with a modern precision rifle or a piece of living history, they will find guidance, encouragement and genuine enthusiasm.
We are more than a collection of shooters. We are a club that values skill, heritage, innovation and camaraderie in equal measure, and we are proud to provide a welcoming environment where every discipline has its place.
10 to 25 Yards
Our 10 to 25 yard sessions provide the perfect environment for refining the fundamentals. Whether sighting in a new rifle, testing fresh ammunition, or simply honing technique, these shoots offer a relaxed yet focused setting to develop consistency and confidence.
Shooting positions typically include prone, kneeling and standing. These sessions are particularly valuable for newer members building core skills, as well as experienced shooters looking to test, tweak or sight in at closer distances.
100 to 300 Yards Full Bore
Our 100 and 300 yard Full Bore shoots are of a field firing range type and very popular. Steel plate targets are set at 100 metres for .22 rimfire rifles and at 300 metres for the centrefire rifles.
We encourage flexibility within these sessions, and members are welcome to set their own targets at distances suited to their chosen calibre and discipline.
600 to 1760 Yards Full Bore
Our extended distance Full Bore shoots represent a real challenge of precision marksmanship. From 600 yards through to extreme long range distances approaching 1760 yards, these sessions challenge both shooter and equipment to perform at the highest level.
Modern precision rifles, carefully developed loads and advanced optics are put to the test as shooters contend with wind drift, and the subtle variables that define long range shooting. The satisfaction of a well placed shot at such distances is immense, and these events showcase the remarkable skill and dedication of shooters within our club.
Black Powder Musket
Our black powder musket shooters celebrate the heritage of marksmanship in its most evocative form. The deliberate (read long) loading process, and the rolling cloud of smoke that follows connect directly to centuries of shooting history.
These sessions are as much about craft and appreciation (along with the witchcraft of black powder alchemy) as they are about accuracy. Patience, discipline and consistency are paramount, and the distinctive character of black powder shooting offers an experience unlike any modern rifle.
Black Powder Pistol
One of the few permitted forms of pistol shooting in the United Kingdom, black powder pistol remains a deeply rewarding and technically engaging discipline. Muzzle loading pistols can achieve impressive accuracy, though their slower rate of fire demands concentration and composure.
Shooting can be conducted with original period firearms or with beautifully crafted modern replicas, each offering its own character and charm. As with all our disciplines, experienced members are always on hand to offer guidance and share knowledge, ensuring that both newcomers and seasoned shooters can enjoy the discipline safely and confidently.
Across all distances and disciplines, we pride ourselves on providing variety, challenge and camaraderie. Whether engaging steel at 100 metres, stretching a centrefire rifle beyond 1000 yards, or sending a cloud of black powder drifting down the range, WARPC offers something for every shooting enthusiast.