The Coniston Ladies Club
Launching The Coniston Ladies Club
Held on the last Sunday of every month – arrive 9:15am – 9:30am for a 10am start.
The Coniston Ladies Club is a relaxed, regular meet-up on the ground, welcoming brand-new visitors, returning shooters, and long-time members alike.
No pressure. Just good company, clear guidance and a few clays in the fresh Yorkshire air.
What the club is:
- Free to join and open to everyone. You don’t have to be a Coniston Shooting Ground member.
(Members still enjoy their usual discounts on clays and cartridges.) - It’s pay-as-you-go on the day for clays, cartridges, drinks and food.
- A friendly, hosted meet-up – not a competition. Come for the chat and the confidence boost as much as the shooting.
Who it’s for:
- Complete beginners who’d like to try clay shooting in a supportive group.
- Lapsed or casual shooters who want to dust off the cobwebs.
- Experienced shots who fancy a relaxed day with like-minded women.
All experience levels are genuinely welcome.
How a club day will run:
We’ll meet in the clubhouse for a welcome and a plan for the day, then head to several sporting stands together.
- Expect around 50 clays if you fancy it – or fewer if that suits you better.
- If we’re a big group, we’ll split into smaller teams so everyone gets plenty of time on the stand and chance to chat.
- As the club grows, we’ll introduce opportunities to try new disciplines for those who are keen.
Hosted by Elise & Mynnie – our friendly team, easygoing, supportive and on hand throughout.
No licence? No problem.
If you don’t hold a licence, you can book a 90-minute group lesson (ladies without a licence, grouped together) with one of our instructors: £70 per person. It’s a brilliant, confidence-building way to begin.
Licence holders – what to bring:
- Your gun and licence
- Ear Defenders
- Layers for the Yorkshire Dales weather
- Cartridges (also available to buy in the lodge if needed)
We recommend hats and safety glasses across the ground; if we shoot the grouse butts, they’re mandatory.
Dates:
- Next meet: Sunday 21st and Sunday 28th December — arrive 9:15am – 9:30am for a 10am start.
- We’ll run a Ladies Club day every month for the rest of this year (dates to be confirmed).
- From January, it’ll be the last Sunday of every month.
Full details and any updates will be on our website and socials.
How to join us
Give the office a call to add your name. Places aren’t capped, but a headcount helps us plan groups so the day stays relaxed and well-run.
A few friendly FAQs
Do I need to be a member?
No – everyone’s welcome. Members simply receive their usual discounts on clays and cartridges.
Is anything included?
It’s free to join the club; on the day it’s pay-as-you-go for cartridges, clays, drinks and food.
Can I come on my own?
Absolutely. We’ll make introductions and keep the pace easy.
What if I’m nervous / very new?
That’s exactly what this club is for. Start with the group lesson if you don’t have a licence, or let us know you’re new and we’ll look after you on the stands.
We can’t wait to welcome you. Whether you’re there to learn, to practice, or simply to enjoy a friendly day out, Coniston Ladies Club is a warm place to start.