HUNDREDS pulled together and hit the mark at a clay pigeon shoot competition and lunch which raised more than £46,000 for a major farming charity.
Southam-based land and property consultancy Newton LDP hosted its fifth annual charity clay shoot at the Shuckburgh Estate on the Warwickshire-Northamptonshire border.
It was in aid of the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) – a national charity which provides local support to the farming community across England and Wales.
The event has now raised a total of almost £185,000 for RABI.
The popular event attracted more than 180 competitors from over 240 guests, all of whom contributed to the fund-raising total.
Richard Foxon, managing director at Newton LDP, said: “Having the opportunity to support the farming industry with such a fantastic event is something we are incredibly proud of.
“Over the past five years, the charity clay shoot has developed into a much-anticipated event, and we’re hugely grateful for the continued backing from the land, property and farming communities. Their enthusiasm and generosity have been instrumental in raising a substantial sum for RABI, and the support shown each year continues to make a real difference.”
Shooting activities were orchestrated by Honesberie Shooting, before guests enjoyed lunch from Warwick-based Flying Pig Catering, followed by a live charity auction and raffle.
This year’s event also featured a keynote address from Paul Pirie, head of fundraising at RABI, who spoke about the charity’s work and explained how funds raised could provide practical, financial and emotional support to farming people across England and Wales.
He said: “The event has truly become a flagship occasion in the rural calendar, bringing people together in support of farming communities while celebrating the very best of countryside spirit and generosity.
“Events like this make a real difference to the work of RABI.”
Next year’s event will take place on Thursday May 2027.
