About Us

Nick and his team at Honesberie Shooting School run a full programme of shooting tuition. In addition we arrange and run private parties, corporate events, stag and hen parties, and charity days. We are also available to coach at offsite events, at hotels, private estates and charity days.

Honesberie Shooting School

With 80 different clay traps available, Honesberie Shooting School provides a wide variety of sporting targets suitable for both the clay and game shooter. Honesberie has a 120ft high tower facility and Grouse Sequence and we set up clay traps to simulate actual game shooting drives.

For larger groups, activity days and corporate events, the team at Honesberie work with an ‘anything is possible’ approach. With years of experience in organising events, we tailor make your experience to suit your needs. We always endevour to maintain the highest level of service.

Meet the Team

Nick

Nick Hollick

OWNER & FOUNDER

Nick Hollick

OWNER & FOUNDER

Nick is the owner and founder of Honesberie Shooting School. He has more than 23 years shooting experience including having represented England and Great Britain in World and European Championships competing around the World in Sporting and FITASC disciplines.

Nick is a member of the Association of Professional Shooting Instructors and offers private tuition to individuals of all levels. Nick has been involved in encouraging many local schools to start shooting teams. He is also renowned for setting challenging competition courses.

Nick’s coaching style is very technical.

Tom Howe

Grounds Manager

Tom Howe

Grounds Manager

Tom is in charge of all shooting activities, both our main ground and our competition site, including all the equipment, as well as setting our registered shoots at Watergall, Hill Farm.

Tom has over 10 years experience as a gamekeeper at some fantastic places including Belvoir Castle and Waddesdon Manor, and grew up on a shooting ground, so plenty of knowledge and insight. Tom is also one of our instructors, and is fantastic with the young shots.

Tom enjoys competitive clay shooting, as well as being a big cricket fan!

Chris Broomfield

GUNROOM MANAGER

Chris Broomfield

GUNROOM MANAGER

Chris joined the team at Honesberie in July 2019, primarily his role involves ensuring customers receive the highest level of service in the Gunroom. With his extensive level of experience he ensures the Gunroom is fully stocked with quality guns & the best equipment to improve a shooters performance.

Chris is a competitive clay shot, he has competed for over 20 years and has been fortunate enough to represent England over 15 times, and competed in numerous European and World Championships. He is now also offering tuition as one of the Instructors at Honesberie and believe his strengths to be his attention to details in a shooters technique, and enjoys encouraging shooters to aim high and reach their potential whether they are a beginner or competitive shot he wants you to get those bigger scores!

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Clubhouse manager

ClubHouse Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Clubhouse Manager
Reporting to: Owner and Founder
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-18:00, Every other Saturday 08:30-18:00, plus additional hours as required
Line Management of: Club House Chef, Club House Assistants
Primary Location: Honesberie, Priors Hardwick

Main Purpose of the Role

To ensure the efficient and smooth daily operation of the Club House, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all guests and members.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service & Front Desk Management

• Ensure a high level of customer service.
• Manage daily tasks with a customer-focused approach.
• Handle customer enquiries and follow up on issues promptly.
• Manage and maintain the team calendar.

Event Planning & Execution

• Plan and manage shooting events for up to 20 participants and non-shooting events, including Sunday Roasts and special occasions.
• Support the Sponsorship and Events Team with sales and management of events.
• Ensure necessary food, beverage and staffing support for events.

Team Management & Collaboration

• Oversee the Club House Chef and ensure high-quality catering for events.
• Work with the Accounts to manage transactions.
• Manage store credits and promotions.

Membership & Sales

• Grow and maintain Honesberie Membership.
• Drive sales of shooting lessons and courses.

Health & Safety

• Ensure health and safety protocols are followed at all times.

Any other duties, as required.

Skills & Attributes

Essential:

• Strong customer service skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Experience managing a team.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene certification.
• Competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop).

Desirable:

• A passion for shooting sports and an understanding of countryside activities.

To apply, please email your CV and Cover Letter to office@honesberieshooting.co.uk

Steve Walton

Stevan Walton

InStructor

Stevan Walton

InStructor

Steven

Steve Cronje

GROUNDS

Steve Cronje

GROUNDS

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Gemma Alborough-Tregear

EVENT ADMIN & OPERATIONS

Gemma Alborough-Tregear

EVENT ADMIN & OPERATIONS

Gemma has worked within the shooting industry for many years as well as in events and hospitality roles which took her overseas.

She is now at Honesberie supporting Nick and the team with events on a part time basis.

Ryan Swift

HEAD CHEF 

Sam Richards

Marketing coordinator

Roxy - Fod Red Labrador

Roxy

CEO

Roxy

CEO

Roxy is an important member of the team at Honesberie.

A pretty fox red labrador, Roxy is a regular at the clubhouse and can be seen out on the grounds or in the field with Nick.