Barton Road Rifle Range

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Overview

Barton Road Rifle Range is an outdoor military range operated and maintained on behalf of the Ministry of Defence by Landmarc Solutions. Military training always takes precedence over civilian shooting, and booked dates may be changed or cancelled at short notice.

This is Grove Small Arms Club’s nearest long-distance range and a long-standing favourite with members shooting rifles capable of accurate fire at extended distances. The range extends to 1,200 yards, offering true long-range shooting capability.

Location

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Post Code: CB23 7AR
Ca. 500m SW of J12 of M11
52°11'08"N 0°04'12"E

Booking & Eligibility Requirements

Pre-registration is mandatory for all Club events via the Club’s cloud-based booking system, Range-Mate.

  • Grove members and visitors from clubs with an in-date Range Licence for this range
  • SCC, FAC, and proof of club membership must be brought
  • 14 years of age and over only
  • Probationary members and members without an SCC may shoot under 1:1 supervision (limited numbers available)
  • No guests permitted

Dates & Times

  • Shoots take place throughout the year but may be changed or cancelled at very short notice, due to military priority
  • Arrive by 08:15 to register on the range log at the Range Warden’s office and assist with setup
  • Range safety briefings is given no later than 08:30 at the Range Warden's Office
  • Shooters are usually divided into two details to shoot and mark targets
  • Cancellations are notified by email to all registered attendees
  • Sessions start at 09:00 and finish by 15:30

Distances & Shooting Format

  • Up to six firing lanes available
  • The range has firing points an 10y intervals from100 to 1,200. The Grove uses this range for longer range Shooting at 800, 1,000, and 1,200 yards, occasionally at 600y.
  • Zeroing is expected to have been completed at other private ranges before arrival
  • Range Fees: £25

Firearms & Ammunition

  • Full-bore calibres not exceeding 7.62 mm
  • Civilian velocity limit: 1,000 m/s (3,281 fps)
  • Civilian muzzle energy limit: 4,500 joules (3,319 ft·lbf)
  • Shooters are responsible for ensuring ammunition complies with energy limits
  • Handloaded ammunition permitted only if declared on the SCC

Facilities & Notes

  • Entirely outdoor range — vehicles used for shelter in poor weather
  • Toilets available only at the Range Warden’s office
  • No toilets in the butts or firing points beyond 600 yards
  • No camouflage or military-style clothing
  • Hearing protection mandatory; eye protection advised
  • Lunch taken informally during the day (no formal lunch break)
  • No smoking or vaping on MoD ranges
  • MoD ranges are subject to spot-checks by the Range Controller

Further Information

Full details and booking links are available to active Club members via Range-Mate.