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January's 2010 Best Buy's!
Last Chance to buy NEW guns at OLD prices and NO VAT increase!
Browning 525 Sporter grade 2.5 30" m/c only 5 available New £1100
Browning 525 Classic Game 28 & 30" m/c, Left handed also at same price New £1250
Browning 525 Classic Sporter 28 & 30" Left handed as well New £1399
TSC 2010 Entry Form, rules, newsletter - book early!
The 2010 Schools Challenge Entry Form is now available for download
as an Adobe Acrobat 
pdf file.
Download the Entry Form for 2010. (380kb)
Please take a moment to read carefully the
Rules and Conditions for 2010 (180kb).
NB:- There have been a few changes, so please do have a read
The new Newsletter is also now available for download:-
Newsletter - January 2010 (250kb).
You can download Adobe Reader here:-
TSC Young Shots Game Day - 17th and 18th December 2009
NB:- DATES CHANGED to 17th/18th December 2009
The game day which has been running for 3 years has been one of the most successful events in the Schools Challenge calendar.
This is a TWO day package:-
The FIRST DAY is at our shooting grounds with our professional shooting instructors, and they will teach you the etiquette of game shooting as well as how a day’s game shooting works. This day will start at 9:30 and finish at approximately 4:30 with a talk about game shooting at the end.
The SECOND DAY is at Waddesdon Manor Estate, Buckinghamshire. This is a charming shoot set in undulating countryside with beautiful scenery and woodland, which we feel is an excellent example of a professionally run game shoot. You will have the opportunity to shoot 3 drives, beat 3 drives and pick up 3 drives, giving you the chance to see exactly how the shoot works. We'll shoot 3 drives then a break for sausages and soup, followed by 3 more drives, a break for lunch on the shoot, followed by 3 more drives in the afternoon, finishing at approx. 5:00pm.
This package is a special price of only £229 all inclusive, and is open to boys and girls aged under 21, that have a basic shooting ability.
Places are limited - to book yours, ring David or Nicky on 01844 238 308 or to see more young shots info check out the home page at www.theschoolschallenge.co.uk
This event is kindly sponsored by:-
Browning, Express Cartridges,
Stratstone Land Rover Cheltenham,
The Shooting Gazette Magazine
New Schools Challenge magazine articles
We've been featured in a number of magazines recently, and thought you might like to have a read, and maybe see yourself in a picture? Some of our winners have been featured, and there's some great info about what we've been doing.
You'll find copies here:- link to reports page
Young Shots Days - August 2009
Following the success of previous events, The Schools Challenge is repeating its very popular Young Shots Days...
Summer Holiday Young Shots Days.
For only £99 all inclusive - All at our famous shooting school in Oxford!!!
These days are run for youngsters to improve their shooting under the expert guidance of the Oxford Gun Company instructors. Tailored for minimum groups of six, we assess each individual's level of shooting and work with them throughout the day to improve their skills and have a fun day out. For Only £99 all inclusive
These days are available on a first come first served basis.
- Tuesday 4th August 9:30am-4:30pm
- Thursday 6th August 9:30am-4:30pm
- Tuesday 11th August 9:30am-4:30pm
- Tuesday 18th August 9:30am-4:30pm
(This day will be tailored for game shooting for the coming season)
For more information or to book your space
CONTACT US
Toggi Leather Boots Just Arrived!
We are now stocking Toggi Leather Country Boots.
Hamilton Knee length boot with combination leather upper & waterproof membrane. TR rubber sole unit with removable foot bed. In Dark Copper & Light Tan sizes 36-46
Houston Ladies knee length boot with combination leather upper & waterproof membrane, elasticated leather covered gusset. TR rubber sole unit with removable foot bed. In Chestnut/ Brown sizes 37-42
Coloumbus Calf length waterproof country boot. Crazy horse and tumbled leather upper with Cordura gaiter. Waterproof membrane, thermo rubber sole unit with removable footbed. In Dark Copper & Light Tan sizes 36-46
TSC Bredon 2009 - photos now available
A selection of photos from the 2009 The Schools Challenge at Bredon are now available to be viewed and purchased on the Photo Eventers website.
You'll find the link in our photo gallery
Bredon Schools Challenge - entries on the day!
Bredon - The Schools Challenge - 3rd May 2009
We've received a fantastic number of entries for The Schools Challenge at Bredon School this year.
See our future events page for more details:- Future Events
The shoot will start at 10am, and last entries will be at 3pm. Due to the response we've had this year, we've now got extra staff involved, and hence we can now take entries on the day - but those who've pre-booked will be given preference. When you've finished your round, you can shoot the course again for £10 for fun! Also, Mums and Dads can shoot for fun for £10 too, so get them to bring their guns with them and see if they can do better on the same targets!
We'll also have The Browning Rabbit Mania with the first prize of a Browning worth £1,500 - this is a re-entry shoot, so you can keep trying to improve your score!
There'll also be the Webley & Scott pool shoot.
If you require any more information please ring:
Oxford Gun Co:- 01844 238 308
David Florent:- 07860 271107
Dan Martin:- 07921 951477
We all look forward to seeing you all there and remember we have the Bredon Fete the next day!
TSC Oxford 2009 - photos now available
A selection of photos are now available from the 2009 The Schools Challenge.
You'll find them in our photo gallery
Bredon Fete & Country Fair details
Monday 4th May 2009, Bredon School, Tewkesbury
Bredon Fete & Country Fair is being held on Monday 4th May 2009, at Bredon School near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire.
This is a great day out for all the family, and The Schools Challenge will be there in association with Prescott Shooting - check out the poster for more details of the £1,900 worth of prizes, and lots more info about the day...
The poster is available as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file.
Download the poster/details. (390kb)
You can download Adobe Reader here:-
TSC March 2009 Newsletter
The March 2009 Schools Challenge Newsletter is now published, available as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file.
Download the newsletter here. (339kb)
You can download Adobe Reader here:-
Easter Young Shots and Experience Days - dates...
We are pleased to announce the dates for the Easter Holidays Young Guns Days!
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Young Shots Day - £110 | 7th April 2009 |
| Young Shots Day - £110 | 14th April 2009 |
| Country Sports Experience Day for newcomers to the sport - £95 | 16th April 2009 |
We do hope you'll be able to join us in 2009 - do get in touch to book your place, or for further information. Do book early to avoid disappointment...
Schools Challenge Newsletter
The 2009 Schools Challenge Newsletter is now published, available as an Adobe Acrobat pdf file.
Download the newsletter here. (78kb)
You can download Adobe Reader here:-
Young Shots Game Day - photos available shortly
This year's Schools Challenge Young Shots' Game Day was again a huge success, with over 20 boys and girls taking part, and having a great day.
Photos from the day will be available shortly on Don Brunt's www.doublebarrelledpicturecompany.co.uk website.
The Double Barrelled Picture Company specialises in shoot related photography and is recognised as a leader in the field. Whether you are booking a corporate clay day or a day's driven pheasant shooting, Double Barrelled will ensure you take away the memories of your day's sport. With various packages available to suit all pockets, clients can choose whether they want CD's of the day's images, prints or even personalised hard-bound coffee table style books.
Young Shots' Game Day 15/16th Dec - LAST CHANCE to book...
The Young Shots' Game Day on 15th/16th December is almost fully booked, so do give David a ring NOW to book your place and avoid dissappointment.
More details can be found here
Ring David on 01844 238 308 for
further details, or to book your place.
Schools Challenge dates announced for 2009!
We are pleased to announce the dates for the 2009 Schools Challenge!
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| The Schools Challenge at Oxford | Wed 11th Mar 2009 |
| The Schools Challenge at Bredon School | Sun 3rd May 2009 |
| Bredon Fete and Country Fair | Mon 4th May 2009 |
We do hope you'll be able to join us in 2009 - do get in touch to book your place, or further information. Do book early to avoid disappointment...
Oxford Gun Special Autumn/ Winter Offers 2008
Electronic Ear Phones
Browning Electronic Ear Phones
RRP £120.00 Special price £75.00
Peltor Tactical Sport Electronic Ear Phones
RRP £145.00 Special price £99.00
Glen Troll Boots
Ideal whatever the weather!
BUY 1 GET ONE FREE
You pay £14.95 for one boot and get the other boot FREE!
12 Bore, Model-Extra Quality Victor, 30", Side By Side with pretty scroll engraving.
Young Shots Game Day 15th/16th Dec '08
We have lots of youngsters that have been shooting at our grounds for the past few years. Recently many have expressed an interest in game shooting - so we've decided to put a game shooting day together! But, not just 1 day, but a 2 day package!
The first day will be at our shooting grounds with our professional shooting instructors. They'll teach you the etiquette of game shooting and how to shoot game with the correct shooting style, as well as how a day’s game shooting works. This day will start at 9:30am and finish at approx. 4:30pm with a talk about game shooting at the end.
The second day will be at Waddesdon Manor Estate, Buckinghamshire. This is a charming shoot, set in undulating countryside with beautiful scenery and woodland which, we feel, is a good example of a professionally run game shoot. You will have the opportunity to shoot 3 drives, beat 3 drives and pick up 3 drives giving you the chance to see exactly how a shoot works. We will have 3 drives then a break for sausages and soup, followed by 3 more drives. Then lunch on the shoot and shoot some more drives. We'll finish at approximately 5:00pm.
This package is a special price of £229 (all inclusive.) It's open to boys and girls aged between 12 and 21 - but places are limited, so book your place early by ringing David on 01844 238 308
Visit The Schools Challenge homepage for more details of other events
Ladies Day 2008
Wednesday 10th September 2008
9:30am – 4:30pm
Itinery
9:30am Arrive for tea, coffee and breakfast.
10:00am Choose teams of 5 ladies at random for the shoot. Shoot 50 sporting practice.
12:30pm Buffet lunch in “The Old Barn” and a chance to peruse clothing from major suppliers for 2007/2008 shooting fashions.
2:00pm Shooting competition in the same teams as the morning’s practice.
4:00pm Afternoon tea & prize giving in “The Old Barn”.
Scores from the competition are recorded and there are prizes to 5th place.
Cost £60 per person.
Fibre Wads ONLY please. The competition is open to individuals & groups.
Please call for an entry form or book in over the phone... it couldn't be simpler!
Young Guns Summer Holiday Fun Days 2008
Full size poster here...
For The Young Shot - Mon 14th July & Tues 12th Aug.
This day will be aimed at young shots that are at a competent level but want to improve.
This day will start at about 9:30am with a brief introduction in the shop you will then shoot through the morning with a break for refreshments, lunch will be at approximately 1pm with an educational video which will be followed by an afternoon of more challenging Targets. Throughout the course we will work on improving your gun mounting, basic technique and different ways to hit those targets that get away!!! The day will then end at 4:30pm
All welcome open to ages 12 to 21. The day will cost you £110 per person all inclusive.
Country Sports Experience Day - Tues 19th Aug 2008
Why Not Try A Country Sport?
This day is a taster of clay shooting, Archery, air rifle shooting & Gun dog handling.
The day starts at 9:30am with an Introduction into shooting by one of our instructors. You will then experience half a day’s clay shooting (with a refreshment break half way through), lunch will be at approx. 1pm with an educational video which will be followed by an afternoon of archery and air rifle shooting. Finishing at approximately 5pm.
All welcome open to ages 12 to 21. The day will cost you £95 per person all inclusive.
Young Handlers Day - Tues 5th Aug.
This day is aimed at all youngsters who are interested in learning about how important a dog can be on a game shoot. Learning the basics from training to manners, picking up to beating.
Tha day starts at 9:30am with an introduction into gun dogs by your instructor followed by some hands on training, a break, more handling, then we will break for lunch. After lunch you will take part in a competition. All welcome open to ages 12 to 21. The day will cost you £70 per person all inclusive.
Pigeon Shooters Bargain of the year!
A Classic Game 28" M/C, 3" chambers & steel proofed.
14 1/2" stock with a recoil pad for more comfort shooting on a summers evening. Matt finish barrels to reduce reflections.
This Gun is great value for money at £499.
With each gun you will get a FREE PIGEON HIDE
A pop up cave pigeon hide with a camo carrying back pack all for £499
This offer is very limited so you will have to be quick!
Stealth Cartridges Launched
At The Oxford Gun Company we’ve been teaching youngsters to shoot for many years.
One of our main concerns over the years is what we consider to be the over development of cartridges. The trend to develop increasingly fast cartridges has had two sides affect - more recoil and increased noise. We feel that both of these aren’t good for youngsters. With this in mind we’ve worked with Roger Hurley from Express to produce a cartridge with light recoil, which still kills well.
These cartridges are ideal to help minimise the effect of shooting on growing youngsters.
We’re proud to be using these cartridges at this year’s Schools Challenge.
The Schools Challenge 2008 - Results and photos
We'd like to thank all the schools and individuals for attending this year.
We had over 160 entries from private and state schools all over the country.
The winners and full results are published on the
2008 Results Page
The photos can be found in the Pics-4-U Photo Gallery
