Shooting at world-famous Bisley

Bisley provides a wonderful location for corporate events with stunning examples of timber-built colonial-style clubhouses which date back to the 1890s.

Formed in 1859, with its origins on Wimbledon Common, the NRA provided a focus for marksmanship for the newly formed corps of volunteers which had been raised to meet the perceived threat of invasion by the French.

The NRA moved from Wimbledon to Bisley in 1890 and brought with it many of the original buildings which give Bisley its unique heritage. The iconic Clocktower, symbolic of the NRA and Bisley, stands proudly overlooking 3000 acres of beautiful natural Surrey heathland.

Continuing a Royal tradition started in 1860, HM The Queen’s Prize Final is held during the World Championships Meeting at Bisley in July each year. The Queen is Patron of the NRA and Prince Charles is President.

Explore the NRA’s fascinating history

The NRA Museum

Come and see the original iron target at which Queen Victoria fired the very first shot in the inaugural NRA Imperial Meeting competition on Wimbledon Common in 1860. Marvel at some of the most famous and majestic trophies, including the National Challenge trophy, a stunning piece of silver sculpture dating back to 1866.

View the gallery of original photos and pictures which depict the NRA’s heritage, together with a unique selection of historical firearms and uniforms as well as some of the original targets which were shot during the 1908 London Olympic Games.

The NRA Museum is open from 10am – 3.30pm Tuesdays and Fridays and at other times by special arrangement.