Forres Shooting Club

Hey Shooting Enthusiasts and Community Supporters,

Our Forres shooting club, standing proudly since 1913, needs your support for a game-changing renovation! Our historic club, nestled in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, has seen it all, from being a POW haven to surviving roof collapses due to recent snowfall. Now, we're embarking on an exciting journey to bring our space into the 21st century.

To maintain our local heritage and offer a welcoming space for marksmanship, we're dreaming big – we want to replace our aging building with a purpose-built clubhouse. The recent snow-caused roof incident was a wake-up call, and we're ready for a transformation.

We're not just any club; we're a smallbore haven for shooters engaging in 10m air and 25-yard smallbore competition shooting. Our journey began in the early 1900s, part of a movement led by Field Marshal Lord Roberts to enhance marksmanship following the Boer War.

Our current building, with its POW history, has served us well, but it's time for an upgrade. We're seeking funds to not only fix the roof but to create a space that's inclusive for all. The building, now showing its age, struggles to attract young shooters and poses access challenges for disabled members.

In the long term, we envision a purpose-built range with modern amenities, making it accessible to all and environmentally friendly. Electronic targets are on our wishlist – £3,000 each may seem like a hefty price tag, but these cutting-edge targets are the future, particularly for the younger generation.

We're proud of our achievements, having had younger members shoot in Australia at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast and on the international stage. In 2017, one of our own was voted Scottish Junior Sportsman of the Year. Despite being a small club, we've always punched above our weight.

Your contributions, whether big or small, will not only help us improve our facilities but also ensure our club's legacy for generations to come. Imagine being a part of a community that fosters camaraderie, group therapy, and a love for the sport.

GOFUNDME donations will only be used to purchase new electronic target systems to help attract new members and to repair and modernise the clubs ageing clubhouse.

None of these funds will be used to purchase any equipment other than the target system mentioned above.

Thank you for considering our appeal and joining us on this exciting journey!

Warm regards,

Iain Scott

Club Secretary