Dorset & Hampshire · Est. World War II

Hurn Rifle and Pistol Club

A small and friendly club near Christchurch, with a heritage dating back to World War II. Home Office approved, NRA and NSRA affiliated, with both indoor and outdoor ranges.

Hurn Rifle and Pistol Club
~70
Club Members
WWII
Heritage
10m
Indoor Air Range
25m
Outdoor Range

A Club Built on Heritage & Community

Established during World War II on a former military small arms range, Hurn Rifle & Pistol Club has been a fixture of the local shooting community for decades.

We are a small and friendly club of approximately 70 members, located on the edge of the New Forest near Christchurch, Bournemouth, Ringwood, and Ferndown. We pride ourselves on being welcoming to both experienced shooters and those entirely new to the sport.

We are Home Office approved and affiliated to both the National Rifle Association and the National Small Bore Rifle Association. We are also registered as a Disability Hub Club with ramped access for wheelchair users.

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Home Office Approved

Fully licenced and approved, affiliated to both the NRA and NSRA.

Disability Hub Club

Registered as a Disability Hub Club with excellent access for those with mobility issues, including ramped access and a disabled access toilet.

Community First

Internal and external competitions help members develop their skills. Advice and support are always on hand for newcomers.


Regular Sessions

Our club runs three regular weekly sessions. Attendance on these days is key to membership eligibility.

Sunday
9:30 – 12:30
Official session, supervised by an appointed Range Officer. The primary session for new members.
Tuesday
Morning
Regularly well attended informal session.
Friday
Morning
Regularly well attended informal session.

Key holders can also offer access at other times, subject to certain conditions. Full session details →


What We Offer

Our site at Bournemouth International Airport provides a range of facilities for members of all abilities.

10m Indoor Air Range

Air pistols and rifles (sub 6/12 ft lbs) with a target retrieval system. Ideal year-round shooting in a covered environment.

Covered 25m Outdoor Range

Caters for air rifles, .22LR rifles, firearms with established pistol calibres, and black powder guns.

Clubroom

A welcoming space with tea and coffee, ample car parking, and a friendly community atmosphere.

Accessible Facilities

Ramped access throughout, disabled access toilet, and a defibrillator on site. Registered Disability Hub Club.

Note: due to range limitations, full bore rifles and shotguns are not permitted.


Proud members of the following national bodies.