Driven Sporting Ltd

Picking Up My New Sponsored Gun

This Week I visited Driven Sporting at Park Lodge to pick up my new sponsored gun, provided by my amazing sponsor-  John Rothery Wholesale ltd. The Lincoln Vogue HSX Sporting.

David, at Driven Sporting has known me since a small (small-er, haha) novice shooter to a more developed young shot. He has a good relationship with John Rothery and has the knowledge to go with their products. If you have any questions, David can give you no-nonsense customer experience and you are bound to find the perfect answers and advice. He also has great enthusiasm and personal interest with each shooter. David also has a great collection of guns and accessories to browse on and without a doubt you will make a purchase (As we do every time we go hehe) 

If you or  a young shot in your family needs a great starting point, or even an experienced shooter, Lincoln Shotguns are the pathway I took and I'm embracing that ! I am an ambassador for Lincoln Shotguns and I feel that without them I wouldn't have got where I am today.

I started shooting with The 20bore Lincoln Premier Compact, which some of you might know from previous blogs, I recommend this a first experience gun, for the young shots out there and it is very suitable gun for the womanly figure.

In addition, David has provided me with donated accessories, which I am so grateful for. I  have received a Driven Sporting t-shirt and some gloves that immediately caught my eye and the best gloves I've ever worn, as I haven't really had any gloves that I am suited to, as I find most are too bulky and uncomfortable but "The Holik Gloves" are unique and perfect. I am very thankful for these and I will definitely be wearing these in my future shooting. 

David has also done a great deal on the cartridges that we buy, which are sponsored by Rutpen Ltd., which means all round all three companies are giving me the best support I could wish for. 

All Smiley to get my new gun !  



           My Gifts from Driven Sporting Ltd

 

 

  

2017 Rewind !

My 2017 Rewind ! 

Hi everyone and Happy New Year ! I would like to wish you all well for 2018 and hopefully you all enjoy watching my progress throughout the year ! In this blog post i will be talking about the key events that have occurred in my shooting experience so far.

January-

I had only just started clay pigeon shooting, i never thought i would be so in love with this sport like i am now ! I first went shooting with My Dad, My Mum, My god father and my Dad's friend. I just tried it out and since then I have loved it !  

February-  
Again, i kept going with my dad on the clays. Also, i was introduced to hide shooting on local farms keeping conservation as it should be. 
Also, this is the month when i met my inspirations and shooting idols !
It was the "The Great British Shooting Show". I met people like: Andy and Michelle Crow, Rachel Carrie, Mark Winser and Amber Hill. I was absolutely delighted to meet all these amazing people in the shooting industry ! And i really aspire to be in their positions one day.

March -
Again, I just kept going to grounds with my dad, here we were at Park Lodge. 








April- 
This month was a big benefit for my shooting experience !
This was the month where i got my first sponsor and sponsored gun, The Lincoln Premier Compact. We went down to Andy Crow's who i cannot thank enough, who has helped me so much ! I was so proud and happy i couldn't comprehend ! Thanks to John Rothery Wholesale ltd !
This was also my birthday month which i was very excited for ! I got a lovely tweed jacket from a tweed retailers in York, which i wore to my sponsor meeting ! I did more of pigeon/hide shooting to keep conservation on our local farmer's land as he had a big problem with them. I really enjoyed doing this as it wasn't something i did as a normal activity.

 

May- 
In May i was so excited to try my new gun ! I first practiced at Park Lodge and i was just building on different targets. 






June - 
This month i was having my first lessons with a shooting instructor at Beverley CTC called Hamish, who was really good and corrected any bad habbits i picked up. Also, when i was having a lesson, i was grateful to shoot with Rachel Carrie ! She helped me with some targets i seemed to struggle on and I had a really good day ! 
Also, does anyone else really miss shooting in the sun/ summer ? because I love it !



July - 
This month we normally go to the Lake District in either our tent but this year we swapped to caravan. I like going to the lake district because its different to where we live and it has breath-taking walks as we like climbing the mountains etc... This year also, one of my dogs, Bonnie, used to hate going into he water but at the lakes she finally conquered her fear and decided to go in and now she loves it ! 




August-
This was quite a big month ! 
I was invited to A Ladies Day at Mickley Hall by Lara Dale. I'm so happy i went because without that i wouldn't have met my shooting instructor/ coach, Linda Grayson. All of the girls were so lovely and quite talented too ! I really enjoyed this day, although i was nervous but i have now learnt there is no pressure at all !
Also, we travelled down to Andy's farm and i didn't want to leave haha ! We did pigeon and hide shooting, my first experience of deer hunting and i also learnt how to gut a deer.  I've kept the antlers as a momento and keepsake that I will keep forever !I was very happy and pleased to do all this at just the age of 12 !

We also went to a yearly charity event we all do as a family. This is called 'The Derwent Valley Working Truck Group' which we have done every year since I was about 4. This year we did it for a lovely little girl called Elsie. She has a condition called SMA. We did a range of activities for Elsie which her face was always a smile. Her facebook page is called 'Team Elsie- events, updates and info'. It would mean a lot to such a lovely family ! My Mum's company, Military Masterpieces ltd, has always sponsored this event and supplied awards as we have an awards event evening for the truck drivers who take out their time and effort to raise money for such great causes !

September-
This month i had my first lesson with Linda Grayson ! I was really excited and she has brought me on so much these past few months ! We still continue to have lessons and I'm happy with the level I'm at. 

Also, the beating season started on our local shoot and i love it when this time comes around. I have been beating since i was 6 and have loved it ever since !

October -
Beating season started for our local shoot ! I love going and beating on local shoots ! This year i stood on peg for the first time and i absolutely loved it ! I even out shot all 10 of the men haha ! I even shot three in a row, which i was so pleased about ! I shot 11 and the bag was 20, its only a small shoot but I'd rather shoot on a smaller shoot for my first go ! I keep replaying this one shot in my head and i can't wait to shoot on peg again and i also got some tweed breaks from Emma Brown Tweed which i cannot wait to wear ! Also, my dog Bonnie picked her first bird, which was a very proud moment for me !
However, we had some upsetting news about our dog, Pippin. She has unfortunately got terminal cancer but she is still such a happy dog at the moment. Thanks to Lingfield Farm Vetinary practice, where Martin, the owner, does some amazing work on cases that other vets would shy away from.   

November-  
This month
i decided to join the CPSA. I have been doing 100 bird registered competitions at Old Glossop. The ground is lovely as the scenery around it compliments it nicely. I have shot here 4 times with my friend Chloe Hildrith, another young shot, we can help each other with our problem targets and relate to each other as we are both at the same level in shooting. I have also been and shot there with Becky Brown and Linda.

 December- 
I have recently moved on to a 12 bore, which I am happy about. I feel more controlled with a 12 rather than a 20 ! I also got my skeet vest and jacket embroided by Kevin at Leon Grant. They did an amazing job ! Kevin specialises in shooting attire and manufacture his own garments on site. Its worth having a look at. 
Also, I picked up another sponsor, Rutpen, which i did a blog post about and I'm ever so thankful ! 

Overall this year has been great and I'm so happy, I cannot wait to see what 2018 brings !
I hope you enjoyed this blog !
I am looking forward to great things in 2018 such as:

• Shooting my new gun, The  Lincoln HSX Sporting 
• Shooting more competitions and building on my experience and knowledge 
• Shooting with the British Army Clay Shooting Team instructors
• Trying a range of different of different disciplines and new grounds
• Shooting on peg
• Shooting at charity events
•  Making my sponsors proud 
• Trying different cartridges 
• Going to more shooting shows 
• Promoting young shots 
• Meeting new people

Many thanks to :

Rutpen ( Kevin Whittle)
John Rothery Wholesale ltd 
Military Masterpieces 
Bisley 
Lincoln 
Grayson Shooting ( Linda Grayson)
Emma Brown Tweed 
Driven Sporting 
And all of my amazing supporters ! 

Emma Brown Tweed

 Since I was a fan of Emma Brown Tweed, I felt the need to go and try her products and clothing. I knew they were nice clothing, but I was amazed at how good quality they are ! I would definitely recommend these products to anyone who loves a nice piece of Tweed, both men and women.

I first tried these out when I went down to Andy Crow's Farm in the summer. I wore the Emma Brown Tweed Skirt and Waistcoat with the bow. I absolutely loved the waistcoat as it gave that girly touch, which I'm absolutely in love with ! The skirt is also a lovely piece, which looks beautiful and compliments the womanly figure.

Also, seen as though it's Christmas, Emma's tweed is a perfect christmas gift. If you would like to buy any of Emma Brown's Tweed it is available on her new website, www.emmabrowntweed.co.uk , Which is new and updated and is sure to help you with any inquiries and to browse the line of handmade tweed Emma produces.  I love seeing all the purchases you have made with Emma Brown Tweed !

Here are some more photos of when I wore the tweed.

 

My New Sponsor !

Hello Everyone ! Hope your all keeping well !

I have an exciting announcement that has really benefited my shooting experience and I'm ever so thankful for, My Dad's Work, a fantastic company, Rutpen Ltd.

Rutpen manufactures bespoke chemical solutions, product development and are solvent recovery specialists. They like nothing better than to solve complex chemical problems. Whether it is contract manufacturing on behalf of a brand owner, blending liquids with powders, managing hazardous chemicals or recycling solvents from a manufacturing process, they are experts at working with a diverse mix of chemical formulations to find the bespoke solution. Their business is based on well established quality, environmental and confidentiality principles.

I am very thankful towards Rutpen for their amazing actions and help towards my shooting. I cannot thank them enough !  I am very proud to be sponsored by this business and I'm willing to promote their services.

It would be amazing if people, who read my blog, have any need for the above bespoke business and their waste removal services and would be able to put business their way. By doing this, you are supporting #justagirlthatshoots and my dream but also supporting a British company that has grown and developed over the years, putting valuable money into our economy.

I will put my all into making Rutpen Ltd proud and making the sport proud as well. Please watch this space and my upcoming blogs on the support I'm given and what this can do for a young girl in this fantastic sport.

A massive thank you to Mr Dave Roberts and Mr Kevin Whittle and the other directors who have been involved in making this happen.


Here's how to find them !
www.rutpen.co.uk

Rutpen Ltd, Membury Airfield,

Lambourn, Berkshire, UK.

RG17 7TJ

T: (+44) 01488 71926

E: enquiries@rutpen.co.uk

My Sponsored Gun: The Lincoln Premier Compact

Hi everyone, sorry I haven't been posting regular, I've just been so busy !

This is quite a special blog post to me, as I am talking about my gun of choice and  amazing sponsorship. I have been in love with my gun since the day we collected it from my fantastic sponsor of John Rothery Wholesale Ltd, which the services and standard of professionalism is outstanding, I highly recommend them for a gun supplier.

I own, use and enjoy the Lincoln Premier Compact, which still makes me very proud to this day. It is a lightweight and compact gun, which suits the youth or womanly figure but also can be useful for walk-up shoots, if you wanted a lightweight gun as a male or female. In my opinion, this gun is perfect to bring young people, like myself into the sport. This gun has helped me achieve my goals within clay and game shooting, which has made me achieve positive results with my coach Linda Grayson. Also. this gun has never let me down, which shows it is well made and shows reliability within the gun.

In addition, it is very easy to clean and take apart. I clean my gun using my Bisley products that never fail to clean my gun perfectly.

They are all factors that set Lincoln shotguns apart from all the rest. The Lincoln brand is certainly the one to watch and I'm passionate to promote the brand. Overall, this gun is a fantastic all round gun, I shoot well with it on game and its my favourite gun on the clays, no hesitation.

Here is what to expect with purchasing the Lincoln Premier Compact:

NEW "Compact" model features 28" barrels and a shortened stock with rubber ventilated recoil pad - the perfect shotgun for youth or lady shooters

A dedicated action size for 20G - no more shooting a 20G on an oversized 12G action

Proofed for steel shot

3 year warranty

Long stroke selective ejectors

Single selective trigger

•  Special three-alloyed steel barrels, machined from bored bars

Internally chromed bore and chambers for improved lifespan and better shot distribution

Chequered, ventilated upper rib with anti-flare finishing

Fine pitch laser chequering with double grip pattern.

Whether you have been shooting for years or new to the sport, I think that this gun would be a great addition to anyone's gun cabinet. I already have my eye on another Lincoln gun when I progress further called the Lincoln Vogue. Go take a look on John Rothery/ Bisley.

Just a girl that shoots 

Beth 

York Guns

York Guns

Yesterday, on my way back from my lesson, we took  a trip to York Guns. I had never visited this gun shop before (although my Mum and Dad have bought guns previous) and I was surprised to their level of knowledge and customer service. They understand what an individual wants and gives them the perfect advice in purchasing a gun or sporting supplies. 

I was really surprised to their attitude towards the young shots, like myself. They have already said that they are interested in sponsoring more young people into getting into this fantastic sport. I look forward to seeing what help they can give me, however small, it goes a long way. 

My Dad bought a new "Beretta 692 black" after trading in his "Beretta Silver Pigeon 1" and the "Beretta A391" which was also originally bought from York Guns. This shows that with their expertise and great customer service, that they attract repeat business. Whilst we were there, my little sister, who is 10 years old, who has always been an avid air rifle shooter, we managed to come across an excellent "Adler 410, single barrel" which as a family we are very excited to bring her into the shotgun sport. 

Keep posted for the next outing as a family of four with our shotguns !

A big thank you to York Guns for being knowledgeable in the shooting and sporting industry and understanding people's specific requirements in this field, giving us the confidence in their expertise and allowing us to move forward as the next generation of shooters.   

     

A week down at Andy Crow's farm

A week down at Andy Crow's farm.

Hi blog readers!
Hope you are all well !

I feel so lucky to have had the great experience of going down to Andy's farm this summer, words cannot describe how thankful I am to both Andy and Michelle. We went deer stalking, lamping for fox and rabbits and I shot in the hide with Andy shooting pigeons and jackdaws.

I already know how to gut and prepare rabbits, gamebirds, etc... but I never have experienced how to gut a deer. It had a very unusual smell, but I learnt if you burst the intestines the smell intensifies. It was fascinating watching Andy gut the deer and show me how its done and eventually they go to a game dealer after cooling off for a set period. I can take this experience for future deer stalking! We saw some bucks, fallow deer and roe deer but we left the female so they could reproduce offspring. We shot all fallow deer and we even got a black one, which I never knew existed. We got 8 altogether, which I never thought I'd experience at 12 years old.

We saw several rabbits using the red lamp and we also saw a few fox also using the same technique with Andy's fox call he made himself, which is quite simple, a piece of glass, which has to be wet to work properly and a piece of polystyrene.

I also shot in the hide with Andy. We made a hide out of hay bales, Jack pyke hide poles and camouflage netting and foliage. We came across jack daws and pigeons, although there was more jackdaws than pigeons. I've not shot crows before and I didn't realise how hardy they were to bring down. Again, it was fascinating to be in the hide and see how Andy shoots and I took away some great advice. It was a fantastic experience as I have seen him on Field Sports Channel and I got to experience watching him in real life. I used the Gamebore Regal-20 gauge- diamond shot.
Afterwards, I cleaned my gun with my Bisley gun cleaning products.

I couldn't've asked for a better week and keeping my six week holidays entertained. I can't thank Andy and Michelle enough for all their support and I didn't want to leave. They are very supportive and have became the bestest of friends. 

Go like my page on Facebook to keep updated with my shooting experiences and progress !
Just a girl that shoots- Bethany Peacock clay shooting and hunting.

Thanks for reading!