The English Small-bore Shooting Union supports, selects and inspires the rifle and pistol shooters who carry England onto the international stage.
Benefits of membership
- Clear England selection for small-bore rifle, air rifle, air pistol and 50m rifle/25m pistol teams.
- A visible performance pathway from clubs and domestic competition to England representation and wider British Shooting opportunities.
- Enhanced academy development through coaching, structured training and performance support for talented shooters.
- A stronger future for the sport through members and supporters backing athletes, juniors, competitions and England’s success.
“What an amazing trip! The shooting part didn’t go quite to plan but I learnt so much both on and off the range!”
Francine Gilmore, ESSU member, after representing Great Britain at the European 10m Junior Championships.
Every great England performance starts long before the firing point. It starts in clubs, counties, training squads and competitions, where committed athletes make the decision to test themselves, improve and represent something bigger than themselves.
The English Small-bore Shooting Union is the national body responsible for selecting teams to represent England in small-bore rifle, air rifle, air pistol and 50m rifle/pistol shooting. We provide a clear route from ambition to opportunity: from domestic competition to England teams, Home Countries Internationals, Commonwealth Shooting Federation events and the wider British Shooting pathway.
ESSU brings together athletes, coaches, volunteers, supporters and former internationals who believe English small-bore shooting should be ambitious, well organised and ready to succeed. We exist to make selection transparent, development purposeful and representation meaningful.
Whether you want to wear the England badge, help others reach that goal, or strengthen the future of small-bore shooting, ESSU is where England’s shooting ambition takes aim.