Clay shooting at the Matfen Estate in Northumberland! Aim at the ‘birds’ on this expansive farm near Hexham, just a 20-minute drive from central Newcastle and easily accessible from Durham and Teesside. The outdoor adventure team based at Matfen Estate has been running outdoor activities since the early 1980s. Each member loves what they do, so you’re guaranteed a warm welcome, plenty of fun, and a completely safe environment. The outdoor clay shooting range offers tasters where you’ll aim at 25 clay targets using 25 cartridges. The session begins with a safety briefing and, if it’s your first time, a detailed explanation on how to handle and operate the gun. This centre offers both 12-bore and lighter 20-bore shotguns, ensuring there's a suitable gun for your build. The minimum age here is 14. Once you're comfortable with handling the gun, you’ll move to the stands to fire at flying ‘birds’. The clay targets zip through the sky swiftly—track, aim, and fire! Throughout your session, instructors will assist you in improving your aim and score. Hitting a clay and smashing it feels incredibly rewarding. By the end of your clay pigeon experience at Matfen, you’ll likely have hit several targets and enjoyed a lot of fun. Purchase your voucher now to enjoy clay pigeon shooting at Northumberland’s longest-established outdoor activity centre.
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Overview
- Enjoy a Clay Shooting Session at Matfen with 25 cartridges and clays included
- Health and safety briefing provided
- All equipment like eye and ear protection provided
- A minimum of Two vouchers must be purchased
- This voucher is valid for One person
What's Included
- Experience clay shooting at Matfen with 25 cartridges and clays included
- A full health and safety briefing will be provided
- An instructor will show you how to use the shotgun
- Choose between the standard 12-gauge or the lighter 20-gauge shotguns
- Eye and ear protection will be supplied
- Take shots at targets and receive expert advice to enhance your aim and score
- A minimum of 2 vouchers must be purchased for this experience
Suitable For
- Minimum age 14
- Under 16s must be accompanied by a participating or spectating adult
Availability
- Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Dates and session times are subject to availability
Location:
- Matfen Estate
- Conveniently located a 20-minute drive from Newcastle City Centre
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 14 years
Anything Else
- Not suitable for spectators
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
