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BASC Mixed Age (Junior & Adult) Novice Clay to Fork Experience Day - Newcastle

08/08/2026
1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Steve Smith Shooting Ground, Newcastle

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Introduction to Shooting Day – Crabtree Clay Shoot, Carnforth

26/08/2026
10:30am - 3:00pm
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Crabtree Clay Shoot, Carnforth

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