Malton Rifle and Pistol Club

The Club

About Us

Malton Rifle and Pistol Club is a Home Office approved shooting club based in Malton, North Yorkshire. We are affiliated to the National Small-bore Rifle Association (NSRA) and we are registered as a Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC). Members shoot a variety of different disciplines (click the button below to find out more) using small-bore firearms and airguns. Many members choose to compete in the local summer/winter leagues organised by the Yorkshire Small-Bore Rifle and Pistol Association (YSBRPA) and the East Yorkshire Rifle Association (EYRA).

Disciplines

Club Facilities

We have a purpose build 25 yard indoor range for use by club members. It has 6 firing points at 25 yards for Prone Rifle and Bench Rest and 4 firing points that can be set up at 20 yards for Lightweight Sporting Rifle, Sporting Air Rifle, Long Barrelled Pistol and Air Pistol. The Club has a selection of firearms available for use by club members and all the equipment required for people to experience the sport of target shooting safely. Ammunition and targets are available to purchase from the club and we have an air compressor for members needing to top up pre-charged air rifles. In addition to shooting we also have a pool table and dartboard for members to enjoy.

Club Membership

Malton Rifle and Pistol Club is a friendly shooting club and welcomes anyone interested in the sport of Target Shooting from total beginners to those with years of experience.

To find out more about the different types of membership available at Malton Rifle and Pistol Club and to get instructions on how to apply for membership please click the button below.

Membership

Guest Shoots

As a Home Office approved rifle club we are able to run guest shoots for members of recognised outside organisations such as Scouts, Guides, Cadets, Schools, Rotary Clubs and Women’s Institutes. If you are interested in booking a shooting session with us please feel free get in touch. You can see our contact details by clicking the button below.

Club History

Malton Rifle and Pistol Club was officially formed in 1901. The club initially used an outdoor range in Brows Quarry on York Road before moving to an indoor range situated on Water Lane in 1908. The club moved a second time in 1981 to the purpose built indoor range that we use today. The picture shows members outside the Water Lane Range in the 1920's.

Below are links to articles about the club.

https://maltonandnortonheritagecentre.com/Warehouse/EducationSheets/MNHC-Education-Sheet-26-Sport.pdf

https://www.gazetteherald.co.uk/features/way_we_were/11688301.the-way-we-were-we-welcomed-royalty/

Disciplines

Prone Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Prone Rifle

Prone Rifle is shot at a distance of 25 yards from a lying position with the shooter resting on their elbows. It is shot with small-bore target rifles chambered in .22lr with aperture sights and the shooter uses a specialist shooting jacket, sling and glove to help support the rifle and allow accurate shooting.

Bench Rest

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Prone Rifle

Bench Rest is shot at a distance of 25 yards from a seated position at a bench with the forend of the rifle supported by a rest. It is mainly shot with small-bore target rifles chambered in .22lr but can be shot with sporting rifles chambered in .22lr or either .177 or .22 air rifles. There is also a specific league for those using Spring Piston air rifles.

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle is shot at a distance of 20 yards from an unsupported standing position. It's shot with small-bore rifles chambered in .22lr and there are leagues for both open and telescopic sights. The weight of the rifle, including sights, must not exceed 4.5kg.

Sporting Air Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Sporting Air Rifle is shot at a distance of 20 yards from an unsupported standing position. It can be shot with PCP's or Spring Piston air rifles in either .22 or .177 and shooters can choose to use any sights they wish.

10 Yard Air Pistol

Sporting Air Rifle

10 Yard Air Pistol

10 Yard Air Pistol is shot at a distance of 10 yards with .177 calibre pistols with open sights.

20 Yard Air Pistol

Sporting Air Rifle

10 Yard Air Pistol

20 Yard Air Pistol is shot at a distance of 20 yards and can be shot with either .22 or .177 calibre pistols with any sights.

Long Barrelled Pistol

Long Barrelled Pistol (LBP) is shot at a distance of 20yards using LBP's chambered in .22lr with any sights. UK firearms laws do not allow LBP's to be shared so this discipline can only be shot by members who have their own LBP.

Bell Target

Long Barrelled Pistol

Bell Target is shot with air rifles at a distance of 6 yards. Rifles must not exceed 6ft/lbs in energy and must have open sights. The target is a metal plate with a small hole in the centre that allows the pellet to pass through and ring the bell.

Probationary Member

£20 (for 3 months)

Probationary membership is for people wishing to get started in the sport of target shooting. The probationary period lasts 3 months minimum and can be extended if required.

Note: Applicants younger than 14 years must have a parent, guardian or carer who is a Full/Airgun Member of the club. Junior applicants must also demonstrate the level of maturity required to understand and follow the safety rules for shooting sports.

Full Member

£80 (per year)

Full membership is for people who have successfully completed their probationary period using the clubs small-bore rifles. Full membership is also open to, subject to management committee approval, those that hold a Firearms Certificate (FAC) or can prove full membership of another Home Office approved shooting club.

Note: Being a full member of Malton Rifle and Pistol Club provides the good reason needed for obtaining an FAC and the club can support Full Members with their FAC application.

Airgun Member

£80 (per year)

Airgun membership is for people who have successfully completed their probationary period using airguns only.

Note: Airgun membership does not provide good reason for obtaining a Firearms Certificate.

Junior Member

£20 (per year)

Junior membership is for those under 18 years of age who have successfully completed their probationary period and can be for small-bore rifles or airguns.

Note: All Junior Members must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or carer whilst visiting the club and we only accept applications for under 14's if they have a parent, guardian or carer who is already a Full/Airgun Member of the club and over the age of 21.

Non-Shooting Member

Free

Non-Shooting membership allows the parents, guardians or carers of Junior Members to attend the club with the Junior Member.

Range Fee

£2 (per visit)

The range fee is payable by all members each time they visit the club to shoot.

Annual membership runs from the 1st of January to the 31st December and fees will be pro rata for those joining part way through the year.

How To Join

Unless you are a Full member of another Home Office approved club or you have a Firearms Certificate you must complete a probationary period of at least 3 months. Below is a step by step guide of how to join the club as a Probationary Member.

Please Note: Due to a recent surge in demand for membership we now have a 6 month waiting list.

Probationary Membership Process:

Section 21 of the Firearms Act

First you'll need to check that you're not prohibited from possessing firearms. Membership of Malton Rifle and Pistol Club is only available to people who are not prohibited persons as per Section 21 of the Firearms Act 1968. Section 21 relates to criminal convictions and custodial sentences so if you don't have a criminal record you probably wont be a prohibited person.

You can read the legislation by clicking the link below.

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1968/27/section/21

Membership Types

Next you'll need to have a look at the membership types we offer and decide what's best for you. Click the button to see the membership details.

Go to Membership

Contact Us

Now you need to get in touch. Click the button below to see our contact details. Let us know a little bit about yourself, what membership type/disciplines interest you, what day(s) you'd like to shoot and provide a contact number.

We'll get back to you as quickly as we can and let you know when the next open evening is taking place.

Note: Do not turn up unannounced as you will not be allowed in to the club.

Your First Visit

Come to the club on the agreed date/time and we'll show you round, talk you through the equipment and shooting disciplines available and answer any questions you may have about the club and the membership process.

If you like what you see and want to join we'll give you a membership form to take away and complete ready for your induction night.

Note: In accordance with the Home Office guidance for shooting clubs you will not be allowed to shoot on your first visit to the club.

Induction Night

Come back to the club at the agreed date/time for your Induction. You'll need to bring your completed application form, £20 for probationary membership and £5 to cover the range fee, ammo and targets for the induction.

During the induction we'll take you through the club rules and give you training on safe firearms handling. We'll also issue you with a shooting record card so you can log your attendance during the probationary period.

Once the theory is out of the way you'll be able to shoot with one of the clubs smallbore (rimfire) rifles under the supervision of a Full Member.

Next Steps

You'll continue shooting under the supervision of a Full/Airgun Member of the club, depending on the type of firearm being used and you'll receive further training in the safe use of firearms and the disciplines you have chosen to shoot.

If your aim is to progress to Full Membership you'll need to record five further visits shooting a small-bore (rimfire) rifle during the three month probation period.

If your aim is to progress to Airgun Membership you'll need to record five further visits during the three month probation period.

On successful completion of probationary membership the management committee will make you a Full, Airgun or Junior Member of the club at the next scheduled committee meeting.

Note: If you do not successfully complete the probation period you will be invited to repeat the three months on receipt of an additional Probationary Membership Fee.

Welcome to Malton Rifle and Pistol Club

The Club

About Us

Club Facilities

Club Membership

Guest Shoots

Club History

Disciplines

Prone Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Prone Rifle

Bench Rest

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Prone Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

Sporting Air Rifle

Sporting Air Rifle

Lightweight Sporting Rifle

10 Yard Air Pistol

Sporting Air Rifle

10 Yard Air Pistol

20 Yard Air Pistol

Sporting Air Rifle

10 Yard Air Pistol

Long Barrelled Pistol

Long Barrelled Pistol

Long Barrelled Pistol

Bell Target

Long Barrelled Pistol

Long Barrelled Pistol

Membership

See details below or click for joining instructions.

Probationary Member

Full Member

Airgun Member

Junior Member

Non-Shooting Member

Range Fee

How To Join

Probationary Membership Process:

Section 21 of the Firearms Act

Membership Types

Contact Us

Your First Visit

Induction Night

Next Steps

Opening Times

Important Note:

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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Useful Links

National Small-bore Rifle Association

Yorkshire Small-bore Rifle and Pistol Association

East Yorkshire Rifle Association

North Yorkshire Police Firearms Licensing

Home Office Guide on Firearms Licensing Law

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