Beautiful Holiday Cottages in the West Midlands

Stay At Our Holiday Cottages In The West Midlands

With winter quickly approaching, what could be better than enjoying a stay at our holiday cottages in the West Midlands? Here at Doveridge Clay Sports, we are home to several stunning holiday cottages which can sleep up to 20 people. Set in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside, each of our cottages offers comfort and style. And each one is fitted with a stylish private lounge and private bathroom.

Kitchen Of Our Holiday Cottages In The West Midlands

 

Enjoy a comfortable stay at our Holiday Cottages in the West Midlands

Here at Doveridge, all our holiday cottages in the West Midlands are self catered. And each one houses everything you need for a pleasant and enjoyable stay. In addition to a private bathroom with fresh towels and toiletries, each one boasts a luxurious private lounge. What’s more, you will find everything you need to cook up a storm in the kitchen. Every bedroom also provides ample storage for your belongings. And we are confident that you will enjoy a blissful night’s sleep in one of our wonderfully plump beds.

If you’re hungry during your stay, you are also more than welcome to try out our onsite café. We serve hearty breakfasts and light snacks throughout the day to keep you going. However, if you fancy exploring the local area, each cottage is just a short trip away from countryside pubs serving delicious locally sourced food.  You may even choose to visit Uttoxeter, which has many more mainstream restaurants and bars to chose from.

You’ll never be bored at our holiday cottages

As we are home to one of the UK’s number one shooting grounds, you will never be bored during your stay! If you’re new to the sport or experienced, why not join us and try your hand at a spot of clay pigeon shooting? Perfect for a family day out, a hen or stag party, or a weekend break with friends, we offer fantastic shooting experiences which are fun, safe and memorable! To find out more about our holiday cottages in the West Midlands or any of the activities available, please do not hesitate to contact us, a member of the team will be more than happy to help!

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Get Ready for Fun Filled Team Building in the Midlands this Summer!

Team building in the Midlands

If you are looking for fun filled corporate days out to reward your team for a job well done, or just to get to know each other better, team building in the Midlands at Doveridge is sure to be a hit! Operating some of the country’s finest shooting facilities, we have established ourselves as a truly top class clay pigeon shooting range; our sweeping grounds in the Midlands allow you to breathe the fresh country air, and learn an impressive new skill.

team building in the midlands

Book Your Summer Team Building in the Midlands at Doveridge

We offer a range of packages on our team building in the Midlands, so whatever your team size and preferences, you’re sure to find the ideal one for your team. Our shortest team building package can be completed in a morning or afternoon session. Your team will be guided through the basics of clay pigeon shooting, as well as gun and shooting ground safety.

For something a little longer, we do offer full day packages which can include lunch. These longer sessions will see your team introduced to the principles of clay shooting, as well as safety training. Your team will have the chance to show off their newly acquired skills with a friendly competition.

Further to our impressive shooting facilities, we also offer spacious holiday cottages which can accommodate larger groups. These are the ideal place to lay your head after a day of shooting; especially ideal if you’re looking to enjoy other attractions the area has on offer.

Want to Know More on Our Team Building in the Midlands?

If you would like any further information on our team building in the Midlands, please do give us a call. We are always happy to discuss your visit, and can offer advice on which packages may be the most beneficial for your team. You can find us on TripAdvisor!

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Expert Tuition for Shooting in the Midlands

Shooting in the Midlands

 

If you are looking to take up a new hobby in 2017, shooting in the Midlands is a fun and rewarding pastime, which develops a range of useful skills. Our lessons for shooting in the Midlands are especially popular for groups, and are even suitable for families looking for a fun way to spend time together.

 

shooting in the midlands

 

We at Doveridge have seen an increase in the numbers of people wanting to learn to shoot recreationally; we’re proud to offer some of the very best facilities for shooting in the Midlands.

Try Shooting in the Midlands This Summer at Doveridge

Whether you are looking to give shooting in the Midlands a try as a one-off, or are would prefer longer term tuition to really develop your skills, we can tailor our lessons to your needs and pace. Our tutors offer in-depth lessons which cover all the basics, including gun and gun range safety. Once that is covered, you will be taught how to correctly hold and load your gun, and how to hit clay targets.

The cost of your lesson includes instruction from an experienced tutor, as well as the hire of all the equipment needed for a safe and enjoyable session. This includes hire of your gun, safety equipment such as protective eyewear, and all your cartridges and clays. We currently offer the following packages for shooting in the Midlands and team building days:

• 25 clays and cartridges, instruction, and all equipment – £35 pp
• 50 clays and cartridges, instruction, and all equipment – £55 pp
• 75 clays and cartridges, instruction, and all equipment – £70 pp
• 100 clays and cartridges, instruction, and all equipment – £90 pp

Book a Day Shooting in the Midlands with Doveridge

To book your lessons for shooting in the Midlands, please don’t hesitate to give us a call. You can also find more information on our top-notch facilities.

 

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Your First Choice for Corporate Days in the Midlands

Corporate days in the Midlands

 

When you are looking for the very best in corporate days in the Midlands for your team, why not try something a little different? We at Doveridge have been providing top notch corporate days in the Midlands, at our impressive facilities in Derbyshire. These corporate days can be tailored to your group size, through a variety of package options; whether you’re looking for a pleasant afternoon of shooting in the countryside, or prefer to extend your trip with a stay in our
holiday cottages.

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Impress Clients or Treat Teams with Corporate Days in the Midlands

We all know how important professional relationships are. That goes for the relationship between an employer and their teams, as well as the relationship professionals have with their clients. Our corporate days in the Midlands are the perfect activity when you’re looking to build your professional relationships.

Our corporate days can help you make a great impression when entertaining clients. On arrival, you will receive a warm welcome from our teams, and will be introduced to your instructor for the day. There are some ground rules to cover when you attend corporate days in the Midlands with us, to make sure everyone has a safe and fun day.

You will then proceed with your chosen corporate package, and will have the opportunity to try your hand at a variety of shooting techniques. Depending on the selected package, you’ll also have the chance to show off your new skills in a friendly competition. We do provide catering for our corporate days in the Midlands, and you can view our menus here.

Book Your Corporate Days in the Midlands with Doveridge

If you are looking for impressive and memorable corporate days in the Midlands, then you can’t go wrong when you choose Doveridge. To book your day with us, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Wedding Planning? Choose Clay Pigeon Shooting for your Stag & Hen Party

The wedding season is just around the corner and if you’re a maid of honour or best man it’s time to start planning the stag or hen party. If you’re bored of the usual stag or hen activities, or just want to add something special to the experience, our clay pigeon shooting packages could be perfect for you! Here at Doveridge we pride ourselves on creating unique experience to help you celebrate with the bride or groom to be.

Let us help you create the perfect hen or stag party:

Let us take care of everything… We have a range of stunning holiday cottages in the West Midlands to enable you to stay with us for the duration of your visit, we can also provide full catering with breakfast or lunch provided – contact us for more information on dining options.

Team Building Days Derbyshire

During your stay with us you can sample a selection of different activities including clay pigeon shooting, air rifle shooting and archery. In addition to this Alton Towers is just 7 miles away, so you could incorporate this in to your stag or hen party.

Don’t worry if you’ve never tried clay pigeon shooting before, we’re experts at providing clay lessons in the Midlands and offer a range of options for you to choose from. All of our lessons include the instructor, hire of the gun, all clay targets, cartridges and hearing/eye protection. Take a look at our instruction page to learn more about prices and packages.

Contact us for clay pigeon shooting:

If you would like to find out more about our clay shooting lessons then please get in touch with a member of our team. We have a wide breadth of experience in hosting stag & hen parties and can work with you to organise the perfect trip or visit!

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Our Clay Lessons in the Midlands

Clay shooting in the Midlands

If you have been looking for a hobby which get you outdoors, and is competitive and team building, then clay shooting at Doveridge may be just the ticket for you. We offer clay lessons in the Midlands which cater for people of all experience levels. So, whether you’ve never held a gun before in your life, or are already a practiced shot, our clay lessons in the Midlands are guaranteed to be fun and challenging.

 

Clay shooting in the Midlands

 

 

Become a Keen Shot with Our Clay Lessons in the Midlands

 

There are a number of shooting techniques that we offer as part of our clay lessons in the Midlands, and you will have the chance to try your hand at a range of them. Our experienced instructors will take you from the very basics through to advanced classes, and will go at a pace which suits you, making your lessons stress-free and fun!

Firstly, you will be taught the safety rules of the grounds, then correct way to hold your gun, and how to load it. From there, you will be taught a range of clay shooting techniques and your confidence will develop. The prices of our clay lessons in the Midlands include your cartridges, instructor, and hire of all the equipment you need:
• 25 clays and cartridges, Instructor, Hire of all Equipment- £35 pp
• 50 clays and cartridges, Instructor, Hire of all Equipment – £55 pp
• 75 clays and cartridges, Instructor, Hire of all Equipment – £70 pp
• 100 clays and cartridges, Instructor, Hire of all Equipment- £90 pp

 

Book Your Clay Lessons in the Midlands

 

To get started with your clay lessons in the Midlands, please don’t hesitate to give us a call. You can find more information on the techniques and disciplines we offer here, and you can take a closer look at our competition-standard facilities here.

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Outdoor Team Building Days in the Midlands

Team Building Derbyshire

The benefits of team building days have been known and understood for a long time. One great thing about team building days is that they can really allow your team to get to know each other better, away from the potentially stressful work environment. They also help your team to understand their personal strengths and weaknesses better, allowing them to grow and develop. At Doveridge, we offer a fresh, outdoor take on your standard team building days in the Midlands, to offer something truly exciting!

 

Team Building days in the Midlands

 

Book Your Team Building Days in the Midlands with Doveridge

 

Our facilities for team building days in the Midlands are sure to impress and create the perfect environment for your day of activity. Whether you have a large team, or it’s just a couple of you, your team building day will be perfectly tailored to your needs.
• Small Business Package – 25 clays and catridges, complete tuition, use of gun and all safety gear. 5-6 people per group. Sessions last approximately 2 hours, and teas and coffees are provided. £35 per person
• Large Business Package – 50 clays and cartridges, including tuition, loan of gun and all safety equipment. This option is spread over 2 sessions, lasting about 4 hours in total. 5-6 people per group, with refreshments provided. £55 per person.
• Silver Business Package – 75 clays and cartridges, full tuition, and gun and safety equipment hire. 5-6 people per group; the session takes about 5 hours, including 2 practice sessions and a competition. £70 per person.
• Gold Business Package – 100 clays and cartridges. Includes gun and equipment hire and tuition. A full day of shooting lasting about 6 hours, including lunch and a competition. £90 per person.

Book Your Team Building Days in the Midlands Today

 

To book your team building days in the Midlands, don’t hesitate to give us a call. You can take a virtual tour of our impressive facilities here.

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Action-Packed Team Building in Derbyshire

Team Building Derbyshire

We at Doveridge understand that team building activities are vital when it comes to learning more about ourselves and the people we work with. Teams of all sizes will benefit from a day of team building in Derbyshire, and clay pigeon shooting is the perfect activity. If you’re looking for team building in Derbyshire that are action-packed, fun, and a little different to the usual team building activities, then you’ll love our shooting facilities.

 

Team Building in Derbyshire for Teams of All Kinds

 

Our team building in Derbyshire offer your teams the chance to get to know each other better, learn more about their personal strengths and weaknesses, and have some fun! Furthermore, nothing strengthens professional relationships more than learning a new skill together; your team will really feel the benefits!

Over the years, we have hosted some of the country’s most prominent shooting competitions, and are proud to have accommodated some of the world’s best shooters. You’ll find plenty of choice when you choose us for team building in Derbyshire, as we offer a range of shooting styles and disciplines for you to try your hand at.

From English sporting and Olympic skeet, to High Tower and Compak sporting, your teams will have the chance to try out a range of disciplines and settings. We’re based in over 70 acres of gorgeous English countryside, which adds to the atmosphere and allows you to enjoy some fresh air in the great outdoors during your team building in Derbyshire.

 

Plan Your Team Building in Derbyshire Today

 

If you’re interested in team building days in Derbyshire with a difference, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch and discuss your requirements with is. We’re always happy for you to contact us should you have any questions on our facilities, or our corporate days or team building in Derbyshire. We also offer self-catering holiday cottages if you’d like to extend your stay with us.

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Clay Pigeon Shooting in the West Midlands

Clay Pigeon Shooting

 

Clay pigeon shooting is becoming more and more popular as a hobby in the UK, and here at Doveridge, we completely understand why. There’s nothing quite like the exhilaration of hitting your first clay, and seeing yourself improve as you practice. Our facilities for clay pigeon shooting in the West Midlands are some of the best in the country, and as such we’ve hosted some of the country’s best marksmen and some of the most prestigious events.

 

Disciplines of Clay Pigeon Shooting in the West Midlands

 

Our clay pigeon shooting in the West Midlands offers some exciting choices, as we cater for a wide range of shooting styles and disciplines. Whether you have never held a gun before in your life, or are already an experienced marksman, our courses can be tailored to people of all ability.

When you come to us to give clay pigeon shooting a go, you can try your hand at a variety of different styles, including the following and more:

• English sporting – Simulating the natural behaviour of birds I their natural environments, the clays are released at different heights, speeds, and trajectories.
• High tower – Shoot from our 150ft tall tower, with four traps set up at any one time. We can tailor this to your skill level.
• English / Olympic skeet – This quick-fire, competition style of shooting is set over either six or eight stands, and we provide gun racks and seating.

 

Join Us for Clay Pigeon Shooting in the West Midlands

 

If you would like to try your hand at clay pigeon shooting in the West Midlands, or have any questions about our facilities, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We provide all the equipment and instruction you need for a day of clay pigeon shooting in the West Midlands, to ensure your shooting experience is as seamless and stress-free as possible.

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Fun-Filled Team Building in the Midlands

Clay Pigeon Shooting

When it comes to choosing the perfect activities for team building in the Midlands, it can be a little tricky to get it right. You need to find a balance which allows the personal and professional development of your team, while also being great fun!

Here at Doveridge, we have some of the finest shooting facilities in the country; perfect for team building in the Midlands! Whether your team are completely new to clay shooting, or have already picked up some skills, our instructors cater for all experience levels.

Clay Shooting – Perfect for Team Building in the Midlands

Our clay shooting grounds are set in over 70 acres of Derbyshire countryside, with gorgeous surroundings, and we can cater for a variety of clay shooting disciplines. When you choose us for team building in the Midlands, your team are guaranteed to have a fantastic day, where they can learn about their strengths and weaknesses, as well as getting to know each other better.

There are a range of packages on offer, from our Small Business Package which includes 25 clays and cartridges, to our Gold Corporate Package which includes 100 clays and cartridges, and lunch. Timing is flexible, with the shortest activity for team building in the Midlands lasting 2 hours, and longest around 6.

As well as this, we also offer comfortable accommodation in our charming holiday cottages. These are perfect if you’re looking to extend your team building days over the weekend, or if you plan to enjoy other attractions that the local area has to offer, such as the nearby Alton Towers theme park.

Contact Us to Arrange Your Team Building in the Midlands

If you’d like to arrange your team building in the Midlands with us, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You can take a look at our impressive grounds in better detail in our virtual tour, and find out more on our corporate shooting days here.

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