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Shooting Range Tours in England: All Experiences (2026)

? 4 tours available ★ 4.8+ / 5 on all tours ✓ No firearms licence needed ? Devon & Warwickshire
England has 4 bookable shooting range tours for tourists across 2 locations, starting from £31 per person (~€36 / ~$42). Crackshot in Newton Abbot (Devon) offers 3 indoor air rifle, BB pistol, and digital simulator packages. Wedgnock Shooting Ground in Warwickshire offers outdoor clay pigeon shooting with real 12-gauge shotguns from £72. No firearms licence required at either venue. All tours include equipment and qualified instruction.

All Shooting Range Tours in England

Four bookable experiences across two venues — indoor air guns in Devon and outdoor clay shooting in Warwickshire. All include equipment and qualified instruction.

Tour City Price Type Duration Best For Rating
Rifle, Pistol & Simulator Newton Abbot £38
~€44 / ~$51		 Air guns + simulator 1.5 hrs Best value — all 3 ranges ★ 4.8 · 8
Rifle & Pistol Newton Abbot £31
~€36 / ~$42		 Air guns 1 hr Most popular 1-hour pick ★ 5.0 · 2
Rifle & Simulator Newton Abbot £31
~€36 / ~$42		 Air gun + simulator 1 hr Families & younger visitors ★ 4.8 · 8
Clay Pigeon Shooting Warwickshire From £72
~€82 / ~$91		 Real 12-gauge shotgun ~1 hr Real firearms experience ★ 5.0 · 28
? Which experience is right for you? It depends on what you’re after. For a fun, accessible indoor activity that works for families (ages 10+), head to Crackshot in Newton Abbot — three activities under one roof from £31. If you want to fire a real shotgun at flying clay targets on 100 acres of countryside, Wedgnock in Warwickshire is the one — from £72, ages 13+, minimum 2 people.

Newton Abbot — Indoor Air Guns & Simulator

All three Newton Abbot packages take place at Crackshot, a purpose-built indoor shooting venue in Heathfield Industrial Estate, just off the A38. The facility has three ranges — scoped air rifles, rapid-fire BB pistols, and a Simway Hunt digital simulator — all fully indoor, heated, and accessible year-round. No firearms licence required. Ages 10+.

Rifle, Pistol & Simulator Combo Package
£38 (~€44 / ~$51)
Visitor aiming a scoped air rifle at Crackshot in Newton Abbot
Visitors using the Simway Hunt digital simulator at Crackshot
  • All 3 ranges — air rifle + BB pistol + Simway Hunt simulator
  • 1.5 hours · Unlimited ammunition included
  • Ages 10+ · No licence required
  • ★ 4.8 from 8 GetYourGuide reviews
Rifle & Pistol Combo Package
£31 (~€36 / ~$42)
Young visitor aiming a scoped air rifle at the Crackshot range
Visitor firing a rapid-fire BB pistol at the Crackshot pistol range
  • 2 ranges — scoped air rifle + rapid-fire BB pistol
  • 1 hour · Unlimited ammunition included
  • Ages 10+ · No licence required
  • ★ 5.0 from 2 GetYourGuide reviews
Rifle & Simulator Combo Package
£31 (~€36 / ~$42)
Visitor aiming downrange at the Crackshot 20-metre air rifle range
The Simway Hunt digital shooting simulator screen at Crackshot Newton Abbot
  • 2 ranges — scoped air rifle + Simway Hunt digital simulator
  • 1 hour · Unlimited ammunition included
  • Ages 10+ · No licence required · Best for families
  • ★ 4.8 from 8 GetYourGuide reviews

See the full side-by-side comparison, visitor tips, and FAQs on the Newton Abbot shooting range guide →

Warwickshire — Real 12-Gauge Clay Pigeon Shooting

Warwickshire’s sole shooting experience takes place at Wedgnock Shooting Ground — the Midlands’ largest clay shooting venue, set on 100 acres of countryside near Warwick. This is the real thing: a genuine 12-gauge shotgun with live cartridges, under the supervision of a CPSA-registered instructor. No licence required. Ages 13+. Minimum 2 participants.

Clay Pigeon Shooting Experience
From £72 (~€82 / ~$91)
Shooter aiming at a clay pigeon at Wedgnock Shooting Ground in Warwickshire
Visitor firing a 12-gauge shotgun at clay targets on the Wedgnock grounds
  • Real 12-gauge shotgun with live cartridges & clays
  • 3 options: 20 shots (£72) · 30 shots (£107) · 40 shots (£143)
  • ~1 hour · 100-acre outdoor grounds · CPSA-registered instructor
  • Ages 13+ · Min 2 participants · Max 8 per session
  • ★ 5.0 from 28 Viator reviews · 100% recommended

See the full package breakdown, venue details, and FAQs on the Warwickshire shooting range guide →

Shooting Range Tours in England: What to Know

England isn’t the first country most tourists think of for a shooting experience — the UK’s strict firearms laws create a perception that shooting is off-limits. But the reality is more nuanced. Two distinct categories of shooting are readily available to visitors without any licence or permit.

The first is air weapons. Under UK law, air rifles and air pistols can be used at any supervised range without a licence. Crackshot in Newton Abbot operates entirely in this category — .177 calibre pellet rifles and gas-powered BB pistols. It’s accessible, fun, and works for visitors as young as 10.

The second is shotguns at licensed grounds. Clay pigeon shooting doesn’t require a personal shotgun certificate when you’re shooting under instruction at a licensed ground. Wedgnock Shooting Ground in Warwickshire operates under this arrangement — you fire a real 12-gauge over-under shotgun with live cartridges, supervised by a CPSA-registered instructor.

Both venues cater primarily to domestic tourists, corporate groups, stag and hen parties, and families looking for a distinctive day out. International visitors are welcome at both, and no UK-specific documentation beyond standard ID is needed.

Group of visitors enjoying a shooting session at an indoor range in England
Indoor air gun ranges like Crackshot make shooting accessible to visitors of all ages and backgrounds.

Air Guns vs Real Shotguns: Which England Experience?

England’s two shooting venues offer fundamentally different experiences. Here’s how they compare so you can pick the right one:

Crackshot — Newton Abbot Wedgnock — Warwickshire
Weapon Type Air rifles & BB pistols Real 12-gauge shotgun
Setting Indoor (heated, air-conditioned) Outdoor (100-acre grounds)
Starting Price £31 (~€36 / ~$42) £72 (~€82 / ~$91)
Ammunition Unlimited 20, 30, or 40 shots
Minimum Age 10+ 13+
Min Group Size 1 person 2 people
Cancellation Free up to 24 hours All sales final
Recoil / Intensity Minimal (air powered) Significant (real shotgun)
Best For Families, rainy days, beginners, solo visitors Stag dos, birthdays, corporate days, thrill-seekers
Book On GetYourGuide Viator

Both experiences have their place. The air gun sessions at Crackshot are low-stakes, highly accessible, and great fun for all ages. The clay shooting at Wedgnock is the unmistakable feeling of a real firearm — the weight of the shotgun, the kick of recoil, the crack of the shot, and the satisfaction of watching a clay shatter 30 metres away.

Practical Information

Licence Required
No — air weapons and licensed-ground shotgun shooting do not require a personal licence
Minimum Age
10+ at Crackshot (Newton Abbot) · 13+ at Wedgnock (Warwickshire)
Booking Platforms
GetYourGuide (Newton Abbot) · Viator (Warwickshire)
Cancellation
Newton Abbot: free up to 24 hours · Warwickshire: all sales final
Currency
British Pound (GBP / £)
What to Wear
Comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes. Warwickshire: dress for outdoor weather
Parking
Free on-site parking at both venues
Accessibility
Newton Abbot: wheelchair accessible · Warwickshire: check with operator

Frequently Asked Questions

Can tourists go to a shooting range in England?
Yes. Two venues currently offer bookable shooting tours for visitors — Crackshot in Newton Abbot (indoor air guns, ages 10+) and Wedgnock Shooting Ground in Warwickshire (outdoor 12-gauge clay shooting, ages 13+). No firearms licence is required at either venue.
How much does a shooting experience cost in England?
From £31 per person (~€36 / ~$42) for a 1-hour air gun session at Crackshot in Newton Abbot. Clay pigeon shooting with real shotguns at Wedgnock in Warwickshire starts at £72 per person (~€82 / ~$91). All prices include equipment, ammunition, and instruction.
Do I need a firearms licence?
No. Air weapons at a supervised range don’t require a licence under UK law. Clay pigeon shooting at a licensed ground is also permitted without a personal shotgun certificate — the ground’s licence covers you while under instruction.
Which England shooting range is better?
Different experiences entirely. Crackshot in Newton Abbot is indoor, family-friendly (ages 10+), and starts at £31 with unlimited ammo — great for a fun day out. Wedgnock in Warwickshire is outdoor, uses real 12-gauge shotguns, and starts at £72 — the choice for anyone who wants the real thing.
What is the minimum age?
10+ at Crackshot in Newton Abbot (under-16s need adult supervision). 13+ at Wedgnock in Warwickshire (under-18s must be with a participating adult).
Can I cancel my booking?
At Crackshot (Newton Abbot), yes — free cancellation up to 24 hours before. At Wedgnock (Warwickshire), no — all sales are final with no cancellations or refunds.