NSRA Affiliation No 2285
Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association
Staffordshire County Smallbore Rifle Range Facilities at Baldwin's Gate
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'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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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.
Location Of The Chipperfield Ranges
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What Ranges Are Available To Shoot On?
There are 3 outdoor ranges catering for prone smallbore rifles of no more than 0.22 calibre.
Also, there is a 50 metres outdoor range which caters for 12ft/lbs 0.22 and 0.177 calibre air rifles firing lead pellets, and also 0.22 calibre smallbore rifles firing bullets.
Completing the selection of ranges available is a 10 metres indoor airgun range, in which only 0.177 calibre competition air rifles and air pistols (which are between 4ft/lbs and 6ft/lbs) can be used.
Wheelchair/Accessible Ramp Outside The Clubhouse
Recently, there have been some significant improvements to the Chipperfield Ranges complex, primarily regarding the Access Ramp outside the Clubhouse.
Now in situ at the end of the clubhouse is a wheelchair/accessible ramp, which enables wheelchair users, and those with general mobility difficulties, easier access into the clubhouse.
The two photographs below, shown the positioning of the ramp at the left hand side of the clubhouse, bridging the steps at the side, thus allowing easier access to the clubhouse.
Picture shows the wheelchair accessible ramp adjoining the Chipperfield Ranges Clubhouse.
Picture shows the wheelchair accessible ramp adjoining the Chipperfield Ranges Clubhouse.
As you will observe from the photographs above, the ramp is of modular construction, Therefore if it proves to be unsuitable in its present position it can be moved to a more suitable location accordingly.
SSRA hopes that the provision of a much needed feature, will in turn encourage and allow those shooters with mobility problems to actively engage in the sport to a greater extent.
The Chipperfield Ranges Complex
The above photograph shows the picturesque clubhouse that sits proudly within the Chipperfield Ranges Complex.
The above photograph shows the memorial plaque mounted on the clubhouse wall, dedicated to E.J. Chipperfield, to commemorate his efforts in securing the range for the County.
The above photograph shows the memorial plaque mounted on the clubhouse wall, dedicated to R.W. de Nicolas.
The above photograph shows the memorial plaque mounted on the clubhouse wall, dedicated to Fred Jennings., for his dedication to the sport of Smallbore Rifle Shooting.
The above photograph shows the memorial plaque mounted on the clubhouse wall, dedicated to Major Peter Martin M.B.E.., for his dedication to the sport of Smallbore Rifle Shooting.
The above photograph shows the memorial plaque mounted on the clubhouse wall, dedicated to Sue Willcox.
The above photograph shows the memorial plaque dedicated to Fred Troke.
The above photograph shows Martin Troke (pictured left) and Janet Troke (pictured right), with Martin's young children,
standing alongside the Rowan Tree which was planted within the Chipperfield Ranges Complex, and the memorial plaque dedicated to Fred Troke.
The above photograph shows the excellent covered 50 metres and 100 yards firing points.
The above photograph shows the 50 Metres and 100 Yards outdoor ranges at the Chipperfield Ranges, Baldwins Gate.
The above photograph shows the toilet block situated next to the clubhouse.
Pictured in the series of photographs shown below is the newly improved Indoor 10 Metres Airgun Range.
The original Indoor Airgun Range has been extended at both ends.
These extensions give more room inside the range, thus allowing the firing points to be relocated further forward, and also giving an anteroom to the rear - therefore allowing shooters to utilise the anteroom for preparation and storage of equipment prior to, and after, shooting.
As can be seen from the various photographs, the changes have significantly improved the Airgun Range.
The above photograph gives a panoramic view of The Chipperfield Ranges - featuring the newly extended Airgun Range in the centre.
The above photograph shows the dedication plaque fixed to the Airgun Range, in appreciation of The City of Stoke-on-Trent Rifle And Pistol Club's very kind gesture of
presenting the Indoor 10 Metres Airgun Range to the Staffordshire Smallbore Rifle Association in January 2014.
The above photograph shows the Airgun Range Rearward Extension - the anteroom.
The above photograph shows the Airgun Range Forward Extension.
The above photograph shows the Airgun Range interior - from behind the relocated firing points.
The above photograph shows the Airgun Range interior - facing towards the rear of the range, with the door on the left leading to the anteroom.
The above photograph shows the anteroom interior - showing the door leading into the Airgun Range.
The above photograph shows an alternative view from inside the anteroom.
Picturesque Views Of The Chipperfield Ranges In Winter
The location of the ranges provide an ideal backdrop for a very pleasant and relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy the sport of shooting. When the sunshine caresses the emerald-green landscape, it is hard to find a more picture-perfect setting.
Even in the chilly depths of winter, as the glistening white carpet of snow covers the sleeping summer scene, you can still enjoy the serene setting of a magical winter-wonderland, as can be seen from the photographs below.
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