The 31st edition of Big Shots, The Furniture Makers’ Company’s annual clay pigeon shooting fundraiser, raised £30,000 to support people working in the furnishing industry.
The event, principally sponsored by Furniture Village, saw experienced and novice shooters compete across 10 stands set within 60 acres of countryside at the Holland & Holland shooting grounds in Middlesex.
Teams took part in the traditional 100-bird competition, alongside a range of novelty challenges. Participants later enjoyed a three-course lunch, prize-giving ceremony, charity raffle and auction with money-can’t-buy items including a tour of the McLaren Technology Centre, helping to generate funds for the industry charity.
‘Big Shots continues to be one of the highlights of the furnishing industry calendar. It was wonderful to see so many companies and individuals come together to enjoy a fantastic day while raising £30,000 to support our work. These funds will help us continue providing practical assistance to those facing hardship, while also championing the next generation of industry talent. Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, donated and supported the event, especially our principal sponsor, Furniture Village,’ says Jonny Westbrooke, The Furniture Makers’ Company ceo.
‘We were delighted to support Big Shots once again. As always, it was a fantastic event and a huge success, raising an incredible £30,000 for our industry charity. The charity carries out vital work, supporting those in need across our industry while also investing in the next generation by developing the skills and expertise of young people and students, helping to futureproof our sector,’ says Charlie Harrison, Furniture Village md.
‘As well as being a wonderful charitable initiative,
Big Shots is always a fantastic day out for everyone involved, and it was great to see so many smiling faces enjoying themselves while supporting such a worthy cause.’
WINNERS: Chris Shaw: Top Gun Male: 98 points; Rebecca Mayes: Top Gun Female: 69 points; Lee Bruckland: Top Gun Novice: 85 points; Sharpe’s Shooters: Top Team: 416 points; Tech TopShots Top Team runner-up and Top Novice Team: 399 Points; Clay Commanders: Four Man Flurry: 81 points; Paul Hambly: Worst Male Shot: 28 points and Samantha Harding: Worst Female Shot: 20 points.
The Furniture Makers’ Company thanked sponsors, supporters and volunteers including: At The Helm, Biglight, Blum UK, Brave Bison, Castelan Group, Colourfast, Davy’s, Emmiera Group, Furniture Village, Graham Marley, Holland & Holland, HTL, Hypnos, Luke Macdonald of Sworders, McLaren, Porsche Centre Swindon, RAF 25(F) Squadron, Richland Furniture and Tempur UK.
