{"id":3934,"date":"2019-11-13T16:01:41","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T16:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3934"},"modified":"2019-11-13T16:01:41","modified_gmt":"2019-11-13T16:01:41","slug":"clay-pigeon-shooting-in-ireland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/clay-pigeon-shooting-in-ireland\/","title":{"rendered":"Clay Pigeon Shooting in Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ireland offers some cracking clay shooting ranges set in stunning countryside, so you get a two-in-one experience. Clay pigeon shooting experiences to suit everyone from the age of 12years.<\/p>\n<p>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-8140_oVenAct-5\">Craigavon, Co. Armagh<\/a> can offer clay pigeon shooting a variety of clay shooting layouts to satisfy everyone from the most discerning clay pigeon shooter to the absolute beginner. Located in over fifty acres of mature land, in beautiful Welsh countryside.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3938 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-300x212.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-300x212.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-425x300.jpeg 425w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1.jpeg 651w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-11207_oVenAct-5\">Ballygawley clay pigeon shooting<\/a> offers a setting in beautiful forest &amp; countryside for your clay shooting experience. Latest shotguns, expert guidance, and a range of targets that are designed to test even the most experienced shooters, will make this a memorable experience.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3940 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/3-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/3-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>3. At <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-8446_oVenAct-5\">Balbriggan shooting grounds,<\/a> we offer a wide range of lessons for all levels of skill. Whether you have never held a gun before or want to develop your skills further, we have the knowledge and experience to help you. All staff members hold professional qualifications awarded by the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA).\u00a0\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3941 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-8-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-8-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-8-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-8-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-8.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>4. The <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-IQ21049_oVenAct-5\">Inniskeen clay shooting <\/a>range is located between counties Monaghan, Louth &amp; Armagh in beautiful countryside. Catering for beginners and experienced shooters alike with experienced guidance, you will leave having felt the immense satisfaction of smashing a flying clay right out of the air.\u00a0\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3942 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/7-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/7-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/7.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/7-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>5. With over 20 years\u2019 experience, our <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-8013_oVenAct-5\">Clane clay shooting <\/a>venue provides top-quality clay pigeon shooting on a state-of-the-art shooting range. Laid out over five different traps and with expert tuition, the Clane shooting range is ideally suited for first-time and experienced shooters alike.\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3943 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-9-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-9-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-9-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/picture1-9.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>6. The <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-10965_oVenAct-5\">Mullingar shooting centre<\/a> was established in 1975 and is now one of the leading facilities in the country. Offering professional and individual guidance to both individuals and groups who can try their hand at a wide variety of targets. Both novices and experienced shooters are welcome at a shooting range that can boast that they are the training ground for the Irish High Performance Olympic Shooting Squad.\u00a0 \u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3944 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/4-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/4.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/4-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>7.<a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-IQ21074_oVenAct-5\"> Bonnettsrath clay pigeon shooting<\/a> was established since 1992. We offer one of Ireland&#8217;s finest shooting ranges with our purposely built shooting facilities to our automated equipment. We are ideally suited for first timers and the more eagle eye shooters. Our experienced instructors who always have your safety first as their priority as well as making sure you have a day to remember. All equipment is provided which includes shotguns, ammunition, clays, eyes and ear protection. We cater for all types of groups and sizes.\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3945 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/en\/venue\/oVenue-IQ21345_oVenAct-5\">Co.Meath clay pigeon shooting<\/a> is a clay pigeon shooting ground just outside the town of Ballivor in Leinster. A range of shotguns are available to suit any size, strength and ability of the shooter, including a selection for children to use. Established in 2011, the family-run clay shooting ground draws on the previous competition shooting experience of both Pat Kelly and his nephew Paul. The venue provides different targets to suit everyone from novice to international level. Sporting and down the line layouts are available, with plans to add two automatic ball trap layouts.<\/p>\n<p>By CJ<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3946 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/6-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/6-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/6.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/6-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ireland offers some cracking clay shooting ranges set in stunning countryside, so you get a two-in-one experience. Clay pigeon shooting experiences to suit everyone from the age of 12years. 1. Craigavon, Co. Armagh can offer clay pigeon shooting a variety of clay shooting layouts to satisfy everyone from the most discerning clay pigeon shooter to&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/clay-pigeon-shooting-in-ireland\/\">Read More <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Clay Pigeon Shooting in Ireland<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3948,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,259652],"tags":[202915,202919,259656,259655,259654,259653],"class_list":["post-3934","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-features","category-shooting-in-ireland","tag-ballygawley-clay-pigeon-shooting","tag-clay-pigeon-shooting-northern-ireland","tag-clay-shooting-belfast","tag-clay-shooting-cork","tag-clay-shooting-dublin","tag-clay-shooting-southern-ireland"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3934","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3934"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3934\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3949,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3934\/revisions\/3949"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3948"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3934"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3934"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thebigshoot.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3934"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}