October 20th, 2026
Members of the Old Wellingburian Rifle Club have once again enjoyed a busy and competitive year on the ranges at Bisley, taking part in a number of prestigious full-bore shooting events and club competitions.The 2025 season concluded with the annual Humphrey Long Competition, held on the 14th of September at distances of 900 and 1000 yards. Nine members took part in the competition, with Charles Asquith (97-04, G) claiming victory with an impressive score of 94.10v. He was closely followed by Ben Roe (88-98, PS) in second place on 92.06v, while Henry Sanders (71-81, C) secured third with 91.11v.The 2026 season began on the 17th of May with the Newbery Bowl and 600-yard Full-Bore Competition, both held at Bisley and attracting an excellent turnout of 14 members. Competition was particularly close in the Newbery Bowl, which is contested over 300 and 500 yards. Charles Asquith (97-04, G) once again came out on top, winning with 95.06v, while Henry Sanders (71-81, C) finished second on 95.10v, narrowly ahead of Susanne Hinde (84-91, M), who placed third with 94.09v.In the 600-yard competition, Henry Sanders (71-81, C) produced a strong performance to take first place with 47.04v. Ben Roe (88-98, PS) finished runner-up on 47.02v, and Susanne Hinde (84-91, M) completed the podium with 45.05v.A highlight of the shooting calendar remains the annual Public Schools Veterans Match, held at Bisley on 16 July. The competition sees teams of five shooters competing at 500 yards against former pupils and veterans from public schools across the country. This year, Wellingborough entered two teams.Although the results were below the high standards achieved in previous years, the 'A' Team finished 31st out of 40 teams with a score of 222.10v. The event was won by the Old Guildfordians 'A' Team, who posted a score of 244.30v. The score for Wellingborough's 'B' Team was not recorded by the NRA.Following the match, members enjoyed a well-earned social gathering, with Charles Asquith (97-04, G) organising a popular barbecue at the Bisley caravan site, providing an excellent opportunity for shooters and supporters to relax and reflect on the day's competition.The season concluded with the 2026 Humphry Long Competition, held on 13th September on Bisley's Stickledown Range at 900 and 1000 yards. Henry Sanders (71-81, C) took first place with an outstanding score of 99.11v, while Susanne Hinde (84-91, M) finished second on 98.10v. Charles Asquith (97-04, G) rounded off the top three with 92.10v.The year once again demonstrated the enthusiasm and commitment of the Club's members, with strong performances across a range of competitions and continued participation in one of the country's most respected shooting venues. We look forward to another successful season in 2027.
