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The Northern Shooting Show takes place this weekend, at the Yorkshire Event Centre in Harrogate, and BASC members can get complimentary entry for this two-day show.
The event, which is in its sixth year, offers visitors the opportunity to try a wide range of shooting-related activities including shotguns, airsoft, airguns, rifles and accessories.
The BASC instructors will be running the clayline, with have-a-go stands showing a range of targets open all weekend. The shooting simulator will also be available for you to try at the BASC stand.
You can download the programme of events here and make sure to check out the schedule of events in the symposium area, with the future of firearms licensing and sustainable ammunition among the topics to be discussed.
To receive complimentary entry, you need to register by midnight 6 May 2022 and follow the simple instructions below.
Click here to book your tickets.
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