West Edinburgh Activity Centre
Located on the picturesque outskirts of Edinburgh, Scotland, West Edinburgh Shooting School has been a trusted name in clay pigeon shooting coaching since 1990.
Founded by Mark Penman MICSI and Tom Penman MICSI, our family-run school focuses on delivering top quality coaching and a variety of thrilling outdoor activities.
With a team of fully qualified instructors from the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association, the Scottish Clay Target Association, and other leading organisations, we ensure our clients – from beginners to seasoned shooters – receive the highest quality instruction and entertainment at our West Edinburgh Activity Centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our instructors are fully qualified and certified by leading organisations, including the Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA) and the Scottish Clay Target Association (SCTA). With years of experience and specialised training, they are equipped to provide expert coaching in various outdoor activities, ensuring both safety and enjoyment for all participants.
Beginners can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where they will receive thorough instruction on the basics of their chosen activity. Whether it’s clay pigeon shooting, air pistol shooting, air rifle shooting, knife throwing, axe throwing or crossbow, our expert instructors will guide you through the safety protocols, equipment handling, and techniques needed to enjoy your experience confidently.
Safety is our top priority. All activities are conducted under the strict supervision of our highly trained instructors. We provide comprehensive safety briefings before each session, covering equipment usage, shooting protocols, and emergency procedures. Our facility is equipped with the latest safety gear to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience for all participants.
Established in 1990 by industry experts Mark Penman MICSI and Tom Penman MICSI, West Edinburgh Shooting School has built a reputation for excellence in coaching and customer service. Our long-standing commitment to providing high-quality instruction and memorable experiences in a picturesque setting jus makes us a trusted choice for locals and visitors seeking thrilling outdoor activities.
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We decided to try out Clay pigeon shooting and axe throwing while visiting Edinburgh this summer. We are a family with young teens and had zero shooting / hunting experience.Mark is a great teacher. He was super patient and spot-on with his instructions. He put all of us at ease and ensured we learned the basics appropriately while having a good time. We were grateful to have him as our instructor.We had a wonderful day! Our kids said this was one of the most memorable activity they tried on vacation. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area.
Charlene Tung
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My son and I had a great afternoon with Mark learning the basics of shotgun use and clay pigeon shooting. As complete beginners, he patiently took us though all the basics, the workings of guns, shooting protocols, and health & safety. In a remarkably short time he had us hitting clays with regularity and when we missed, through his good humoured explanations, understanding clearly why.
A fascinating introduction, and an exciting and safe confidence-building experience. Looking forward to the next visit.
Donald Canavan
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Came for a stag do last year (im in the picture) and had an amazing day. I live in Mexico, but would go back in a heartbeat. The people were amazing, and so easy to get to know – and they were incrediblyskilled. A new respect for shooting – i was a novice, but they had me hitting targets even though i had never held a gun before.
Wonderful day, highly, highly reccommended.
Paul Newsham
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West Edinburgh Shooting School
Opening Times
Monday: 8:30am – 6pm
Tuesday: 8:30am – 6pm
Wednesday: 8:30am – 6pm
Thursday: 8:30am – 6pm
Friday: 8:30am – 6pm
Saturday: 8:30am – 6pm
Sunday: 8:30am – 6pm