NSRA Affiliation No 2285
Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association
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Page last updated on Friday, 21 February, 2025 2:23 PM
'The Chipperfield Ranges'
The above photograph gives a panoramic view of The Chipperfield Ranges, Baldwin's Gate, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 5EA.
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'What's in a name?' I hear you say. More pertinently, just who was the Edward John Chipperfield who will be forever associated with the splendid Chipperfield Ranges, located at Baldwin's Gate?
Intrigued? Then indulge yourself in this brief insight into Edward John Chipperfield - 'The Porthill Sniper' - His WW1 Escapade.
In addition to the above, Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association is delighted to have received a selection of photographs relating to Edward John Chipperfield, which detail his involvement within the sport of smallbore rifle shooting in Staffordshire.
To view a selection of the photographs, which includes photographs of various awards presented to Mr. Chipperfield, please visit the Edward John Chipperfield - A Selection of Photographs webpage.
SSRA Memberships, Range Fees, And Chipperfield Range Standing Orders And Code Of Conduct
In order to shoot at the Chipperfield Ranges you must be a member of one of the following Membership Categories.
All users of the The Chipperfield Ranges, Baldwin's Gate, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 5EA, must be aware of and comply with the information contained within the Chipperfield Range Standing Orders and Code of Conduct.
Details of Chipperfield Range Fees.
Links To Other Websites
The Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association's website (www.staffordshire-sra.org.uk) contains links to other websites of interest. However, once you have selected any of the links in order to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over any other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites, and such sites are not governed by our own privacy statement.
Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association - Annual General Meeting - Sunday 30th March 2025
Wednesday, 19 February, 2025 9:45 PM
The date for the forthcoming Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association Annual General Meeting is Sunday 30th March 2025.
The venue will be The Chipperfield Ranges, Baldwin's Gate, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 5EA.
The meeting will commence at 10:30 a.m. prompt.
For full details, please visit the Events Calendar.
Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association - Air Section - Individual Leagues - Summer 2025
Tuesday, 18 February, 2025 10:29 AM
Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association - Air Section - Individual Leagues - Summer 2025
The SSRA - Air Section - Individual Leagues - Summer 2025 will nominally commence on Monday 17th March 2025.
10 Metres Air Rifle and 10 Metres Air Pistol competitors will shoot 4 cards, 5 shots per card, for each of 10 rounds.
All shooting must take place at your club range, or at another club range; this must be agreed with the club airgun captain or SSRA Airgun Secretary. Failure to abide with this instruction will mean disqualification from the competition.
Stickers must be affixed to the front of targets before shooting commences.
Shooting may start once the stickers are received.
Please note the last dates for shooting the rounds are as follows:
Latest News
Friday, 21 February, 2025 2:13 PM
Results Update: Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association - Air Section - Individual Air Rifle - "A" And "B" Leagues - Winter 2024/2025 - Round 9
The Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association - Air Section - Individual Air Rifle - "A" And "B" Leagues - Winter 2024/2025 - Round 9 Results are now available to view and download via the Competition Results webpage.
The Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association - Air Section- Individual Air Pistol League - Winter 2024/2025 - Round 9 Results will be available soon, due to a delayed score.
Sunday, 9 February, 2025 1:59 AM
Results Update: National Smallbore Rifle Association - Inter-County Leagues - Winter 2024/2025 - Round 5 - Staffordshire County Teams
The National Smallbore Rifle Association - Inter-County Leagues - Winter 2024/2025 - Round 5 - Staffordshire County Teams Results are now available to view and download via the Competition Results webpage.
The Latest Items Available To Purchase In The SSRA Giftware Line
Saturday, 13 July, 2024 5:22 PM
The above photograph shows an SSRA Ceramic Mug, together with an SSRA Key ring.
Who feels like a mug? We all do at times. But, who would like to purchase a very stylish SSRA Ceramic Mug? We all would, I'm sure!
Just imagine, partaking in your favourite drink out of your very own SSRA mug as you unwind from the stresses of the day's shooting.
In addition, what better accessory to have in order to keep all your important keys in one place than an SSRA Key Ring!
These latest items of newly created SSRA giftware will prove to be a very popular addition to anyone's home, shooting range, or just about anywhere else.
Go on, you know you want to have them really! Don't miss out on these splendid gifts.
For full details on how to acquire these items, please visit the SSRA News webpage.
More Memorabilia - Staffordshire Rifle Association Astor Cup 1960
The above photograph shows multiple views of the ceramic Staffordshire Rifle Association Astor Cup 1960
As can be seen from the back stamp on the bottom of the mug, the manufacturer is 'Alton Towers Handcraft Pottery.'
Alton Towers Handcraft Pottery was a studio pottery based at the Alton Towers theme park, and was in operation from around 1952 to 1994.
Any further information regarding this mug would be appreciated, i.e. which team in Staffordshire won the Astor Cup in 1960, whether this item was an official presentation piece, or a commemorative item.
As always, if there are any inaccuracies in the above article, or if you have further information, please contact SSRA Website Manager.
Medals And Memorabilia
The above photographic montage shows a selection of Staffordshire County Association Medals, and a ceramic Staffordshire Rifle Association Centenary Mug.
It's time for another trip down Memory Lane, as we unearth a few items of interest from days gone-bye.
Just what are the items pictured above, and what is their relevance to the Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association?
The two images of medals shown at the bottom of the montage, as shown above, are of two new additions to the collection.
All can now be revealed by visiting the Medals and Memorabilia section of the website.
Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association Merchandise
This beautifully created cloth blazer badge, with silver bullion wire detailing upon a blue background, depicts the Stafford Knot with the words 'Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association' encompassing the central design. This striking design is mounted on a black background to further enhance the badge.
If you would like to purchase one of these very desirable badges, please visit the News webpage for full details.
Check The Location Of The Chipperfield Ranges Using The Interactive Google Map
You can now plan your route to the Chipperfield Ranges by using the embedded Google Map, which can be found on the Contact and Location Details webpage, also on the Facilities webpage.
News From Around The Clubs
In the 'News From Around The Clubs' selection of articles, Clubs which are affiliated to the Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association may submit a brief item of news, which will then be considered for inclusion on the SSRA website.
If your Club has any potentially newsworthy items (other than the usual club-specific day-to-day items) that you may wish to be considered, then please contact the SSRA Website Manager.
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