The Phoenix Rifle Club is the rebirth of the previous club that has been around for over 20 years and operates 3 days a week for its members (Wed/Sat/Sun). If you are new to the sport, or you are a veteran with a Firearms License and you are interested in practicing the sport, this may be the Shooting Tunnel for you. From a day pass to full membership, you will find that this location will support your needs safely with a group of people who are passionate about the sport. The Club has its own equipment for novice shooters where you can experience different calibre rifles, and grow your competency to be a FAC-certified member.
Facts about Phoenix Rifle Club and The Tunnel Shooting Range:
- Full Bore up to .50cal certified range (Subsonic). Air Rifle shooters are welcome.
- 25m, 50m, 100m, 150m, and 200m target ranges. Straight and horizontal elevation to targets.
- Target Camera at 100m and 200m.
- On-site shop for ammunition, supplies, and equipment.
- Range Rifles available from 22LR, .17HMR to .338 Lapua Magnum
- Duty RCO on at all times.
- DSC (Deer Stalking Certificate) Courses available.
- Knowledgeable staff on technique, advice on maintenance, and repair.
- The facility upholds all government and local law enforcement rules and regulations.
- You are expected to have your Firearms License (FAC) within a year with Club sponsorship.
- NRA Shooter Certification Cards can be obtained via NRA Clubs, such as the Invitation Club to be used on MoD Ranges (required) by appointment with the staff.
- Everything you need for a day at the range is at the location.
The Process
The Club Secretary will interview interested new members, and go over the facility, its rules and regulations all the while considering the applicant's viability of being a good fit within the club and its environment. Following the application, induction training is a requirement before taking your first steps in the use of a firearm in the range.
An important goal for the club is to help members reach a competency level and have members own their Firearms License (FAC). Staff members will be assisting you to reach this level of competency, and help you with your application and the Club Secretary will be sponsoring you for your application after all the requirements and application review are complete. Applying for your FAC can be as little as 3 months and must be within a year of joining the Club.
For the ones that would like to make it part of your regular activities, and would like to join a group of active members, please contact us with the form below to set up an appointment with our Club Secretary.
The Costs
Yearly Membership fee: £250/yr (Fees will be assessed on a yearly basis), Family/Junior members are £100/yr. This will be paid by Bank Transfer (CHAPS) only. Yearly renewals are on June 1st and must be in by July 1st.
Disqualification: Not everyone is suitable for this kind of activity. If you believe you won't be qualified for a FAC certificate, where a medical background, criminal background, and personal reference will show that you might not be suited for this sport. In that case, it will hurt your chances for a FAC certificate and your ability to be a qualified member. To be clear on your expectations - The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act does not apply to shooting clubs, any person applying for membership of the Phoenix Rifle Club will have their background investigated by the Police, Special Branch, and MI5. If you have any sort of criminal record, please do NOT apply for membership, it will be rejected (since the FAC will also be rejected as well). Additionally, if you are an international permanent resident, then your background check will extend to the various countries you have lived in.
New Membership Requirements:
NOTE: Membership is Open for 2026
End of March 2026 onward
Phoenix Rifle Club has implemented a temporary pause on accepting new membership applications during this period.
Please refer back to this page for updates after the end of Q1 2026.
New Mandatory Documentation Requirements (Effective 2026)
Beginning in 2026, all Phoenix Rifle Club membership applicants will be required to submit the following as part of the application process:
1. Medical Proforma
A completed Medical Proforma from medcert.co.uk.
If you use your local GP, the Proforma is HERE.
2. Declaration of Drug Usage
Applicants must provide a declaration regarding any history of drug usage (Yes/No).
- If “Yes”, applicants must also indicate whether they agree to undertake a drug test (Yes/No).
3. ACRO Criminal Record Disclosure
If an applicant has any criminal history to declare, an ACRO Criminal Record Disclosure must be submitted.
Optional Supporting Documentation
Applicants may choose to provide additional supporting documents; however, choosing not to do so will form part of the overall suitability assessment and may result in an application being declined.
These new requirements form part of Phoenix Rifle Club’s strengthened internal governance and suitability framework and are mandatory for all applicants.
Integrity Clause for All Applications
Phoenix Rifle Club will now include an explicit “Integrity Declaration” within the membership application:
Any intentionally misleading information, including lying by omission, will result in an automatic decline and placement on the Phoenix Rifle Club banned list.
This measure is implemented to safeguard the integrity of the Club and to support ongoing cooperation with South Wales Police, ensuring transparency and trust throughout the application process.
Membership Application FORM