Whipsnade Rifle Range

Opening Times

Monday - Saturday between 10:00am - 16:00pm

Sunday - Closed

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Range Fees

£30 Per Person (2 Hours Shooting Time) 

Extra time £10 Per Hour Per Person

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Payment by Card or Cash on Arrival

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To Shoot at Whipsnade Rifle Range you need to pre book in advance by Phone

You will need to bring your Firearms Certificate as you will need this to sign in before using the Range.

All payments are taken before you are allowed onto the range.

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*Please not there is a 150m walk during winter from the car parking to the range, we also recommend bringing suitable boots as it can be muddy

 

AMMUNITION RESRICTIONS

The following calibres are permitted to be shot on the 50 Metre Range

Steel and Paper Targets

.17 HMR  .22 WMR   .22 LR   .38 Special  .44 Special   .45 ACP   9mm(Subsonic)

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Guns in these calibres MUST have Sound Moderators and are to be shot at Paper Targets only

9mm(Supersonic)  .300 Blackout .357 Magnum   .44 Magnum   .222   .223   5.56mm  .22-250  .243   6.5mm  .308  7.62mm

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*Please use sound moderators on all guns if possible*

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If your calibre is not on the list please ask before shooting.

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Range Rules

RANGE RULES

1. All firearms must always be carried with the bolt removed (where possible) and or a breach flag fitted. All firearms must be kept in their slips until you are on the firing point / shooting bench.

2.All Firearms should be treated as though they are loaded. Always have the barrel pointed in a safe direction either down range or pointing to the ground.

3.Only load your firearm when the Range is Declared LIVE and your barrel is pointed down at the ground or at the backstop. Do not load Rifles with the muzzle pointed up in the air.

4.No alcohol or drugs are not permitted on site and by signing this document you confirm you are not under the influence of any drugs or alcohol. If we have reason to believe you are under the influence of any alcohol or drugs of any kind which may affect or impair your judgement you will not be permitted to shoot, and you may be reported to the police.

5. When a firearm is not being fired always ensure the action is broken, bolt removed and if possible, use a breach flag. Do not point a gun at any one regardless of whether it is loaded or not . When in transport, always make sure the firearm is stored in a gun bag/ slip.

6. Guns must only be fired from the shooting benches whilst in a seated position.

7. When a CEASE FIRE is called on the range never fire your gun or handle any gun when somebody is down range and ensure the action open and a breach flag fitted if possible.

8.Do not shoot outside the parameters of the backstop. All projectiles must strike the backstop directly after passing through your target. Always use safety catches when possible, or in the absence of a safety catch, ensure actions are broken when the rifle is not being fired and that the bolt is removed or action locked back.

9.No shooting of any wildlife.

10. Eye are Ear protection must be always worn on the Range while the Range is Live and shooting is in progress.

11.Be considerate to others make sure everyone is wearing eyes and ear protection before firing commences.

12.If a member of the public enters the Rifle Range or surrounding land please stop shooting immediately and unload.​​​

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Phone / Text / Whatsapp to Book

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07772721211