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SAVE THE DATE! World English Sporting 2025

The World English Sporting Championship returns to in High Wycombe from 12th – 19th July 2025 and once again, we can look forward to a true festival of shooting.

This event alternates every year between the ²ÝÝ®appin England and the  in the USA. It attracts competitors from all over the world and is open to shooters of all levels.

Alongside the 200-target main championship, there will be the World Sportrap, the 100-target open Prelim and a 100-target Registered Super Sporting plus various pool shoots to keep you entertained between rounds.

Thanks to the support of our generous headline sponsors: , , , , , Starkey Outdoor, , , Zoli, ASI, FSA, Teague, Shots & Co, Rizzini & , the WESP2025 will have a fantastic prize fund across classes and categories.

We really look forward to welcoming our American cousins back across the pond along with teams from across Europe to take on Team England!

Bookings open on the 8th December 2024 at 8pm (UK time) via

 

 

The Events:

 

World English Sporting: £195 (200 targets)  Saturday 12^th - Saturday 19^th

A 200-target shoot shot over your choice of two days (either 12-13, 14-15, 16-17, 18-19^th July). The Opening Ceremony, where we welcome teams from all around the world will take place Thursday 17^th. There will be a 25-target Super Final on Saturday (19^th) afternoon, where the top six shooters (shoot-offs in case of ties) will compete for the title. Prize giving and closing party to follow.

 

World Sportrap: £80 (100 targets)  Saturday 12^th - Friday 18^th

A 100-target competition shot from 13-18^th July, with shoot-offs and prize giving taking place on Friday, 18^th July. 

 

British Open Super Sporting: £80 (100 targets)  Sunday 13^th - Friday 18^th

A 100-target Registered shoot shot from 13-18^th July, with shoot-offs and prize giving taking place on Friday, 18^th July.

 

Preliminary English Sporting £75 (100 targets)  Saturday 13^th. Monday 14th - Thursday 17^th

A 100-target Open shoot available to shoot on Saturday 12^th, and also from 14-17^th July, with shoot-offs taking place on Thursday, 17^th July. Though called 'Preliminary' this event is not required to qualify for the World English Sporting Championship. 

 

 

The Prizefund:

Thanks to the generous support of our event sponsors, shooters can look forward to an estimated Prizefund of £50,000 across the competitions. 

For the World English Sporting:

High Gun - £6k

Runner Up - £4k

Third Place - £3k

High Gun in Classes - £1k

We will pay down to at least 10th place in all classes.

 

Scores, Shoot-Offs & Prizegivings

If you shoot well enough to place in your class or category, we kindly ask that you keep a close eye on live scoring via the  and any announcements throughout the week. If you are required for a shoot-off or prizegiving, it’s vital you are available at the appropriate time. Please remember, any winners of sponsored prizes must be present at the prize giving to receive sponsored prizes.

Spectator Highlight – Yanks vs Brits

Don’t miss the Yanks vs Brits shoot-off on Thursday afternoon – always a crowd favourite!  Spectators are very welcome, so bring your flags and support your team.

 

Visitor Information:

E.J Churchill Shooting Ground is located near High Wycombe, in the county of Buckinghamshire. For details on how to find the ground, please see 

 

Competitor Check-In & Transport

All competitors must check in with the ²ÝÝ®appreception team each morning on the day(s) they are shooting. We kindly ask that you check in at least one hour before your scheduled shooting time to allow for smooth registration.

Please note that minibuses will be running regularly to take shooters from the main ground out to the Sporting courses located across the E.J. Churchill estate. It is essential that you allow enough time to get across to your allocated course.

Parking

All parking is clearly signposted. Please only park where directed by event staff or signage - this is critical to ensure smooth access for competitors, spectators, and emergency services throughout the week.

Gun storage will be available at the ground during the event, please see details below.

£10 per gun, per day/night if pre-booked

£15 per gun, per day/night if not pre-booked

Longer term storage options are available during the Worlds as well as after the event.

Please contact gunroom@ejchurchill.com to arrange your gun storage.

Cartridges are available for pre-order via E.J Churchill.

A range of cartridges will be available to purchase on-site at E.J. Churchill. If you are shooting two events in one day, please bring sufficient cartridges with you to your starting area. You may not have enough time between events to return to your vehicle and replenish.

 

 

Recommended Accommodation:

For those attending the event we recommend , located 10 minutes from E.J. Churchill and 1 minute from the M40.

Room Rate: £125.00 per room, per night
Available: 10th – 20th July

Booking:

• Book via the (terms and conditions apply).
• Cancellations must be made 28 days before check-in to avoid charges.
• Rooms not fully booked by 28 days before the event will be released for re-sale.

For any queries, please contact the Hampton by Hilton, High Wycombe directly.

 

We’re also pleased to offer a preferential rate at the Holiday Inn, High Wycombe — another great option close to the event venue.

Room Rate: £180 Bed & Breakfast
Room Hold: 20 rooms on hold
Release Date: Unbooked rooms will be released 4 weeks prior to the event.

Rooms can be booked directly via the Holiday Inn’s .

Please liaise directly with the Holiday Inn for all accommodation queries.

 

 

Great Taste at WESP 2025

Alongside the shooting, we’re turning up the flavour this summer at E.J. Churchill with a first-class food and drink experience.

Grab & Go Goodness: Pick up barista-made coffee from Alberto’s and Carlito’s, tuck into game burgers from Veni & Son, or enjoy wood-fired pizza from Pizza & Co. Top it off with authentic gelato and more sweet treats between rounds.

Relax in the Hidden Garden Village: Settle in at our outdoor bar in the Hidden Garden Village, nestled in a charming English country garden within the Exhibitor Village. A perfect post-shoot escape to relax, check scores, and soak up the sunshine.

NEW for 2025: Introducing Tiro on the Terrace, a stylish, Italian-inspired bistro serving all day — from breakfast and lunch to drinks and small plates. Open to all attendees — no competition entry required.

To book a table: email info@findthehiddengarden.com

 

Competitors coming from overseas will need to apply for a Visitor's Shotgun Permit in order to bring their own shotgun, more information is available here. Please note that it takes at least 12 weeks to process a Visitor's Shotgun Permit (VSP), so be sure to apply early in case of any subsequent delays.

If you are coming as part of a team, please contact vsp@cpsa.co.uk to do a group application. 

 

Important Travel Information:

The government has brought in an ETA which is similar to an ESTA or Visa from other countries. There are 2 lists of countries, ones that need to apply now and ones that will need to apply from the 5^th March this year. The ETA lasts 2 years, costs £10 and is estimated to take 3 business working days to be issued. The ETA is not needed for Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey and IOM residents.

For further info please click on the following link 

 

Please follow all safety signage and instructions from ²ÝÝ®appand E.J. Churchill staff at all times. Eye and ear protection is mandatory for shooters and spectators near any active shooting areas.

We also kindly ask all competitors to treat referees and staff with courtesy and respect during the week.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you to WESP25 – here’s to safe shooting and an unforgettable championship!

Best regards,
The ²ÝÝ®appTeam
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