Suppliers and Links
A successful shoot depends on the support of many skilled people and trusted local businesses. Over the years we have built strong relationships with a number of excellent suppliers who help us deliver the high standards of shooting and hospitality our guests enjoy. We are pleased to recommend the following businesses who form part of the wider Hopton community.
Skiltons Bespoke Shoot Stationery
Skilton’s Bespoke Shoot Stationery produce beautifully designed shoot cards, combining traditional sporting artwork with high-quality printing and craftsmanship. The business grew from artwork originally created for our own shoot and has since become a highly regarded supplier of bespoke shoot cards to shoots across the country.
For more information please contact Annys at:
skiltonsbespokeshootcards@gmail.com
www.skiltonsbespokeshootstationery.com
Ashleys Bakery
We are very fortunate to have an excellent traditional local bakery on our doorstep. Ashley’s Bakery in Cleobury Mortimer supplies many of the fresh rolls and baked goods used on our shoot days, from breakfast sandwiches in the gun room to other homemade treats enjoyed during the day.
In a time when many small high street bakeries have sadly disappeared, it is wonderful to still have a skilled local baker providing freshly made produce for the community. Their quality and reliability make them a valued part of our shoot days.
Willo Game
We are pleased to work with Willo Game, who process the game from our shoot to ensure that it enters the food chain and can be enjoyed as high-quality, sustainable wild meat.
We firmly believe that everything shot should be eaten, and working with a professional game dealer ensures the birds are handled, processed and prepared to the highest standards. This helps ensure that the game from our shoot is enjoyed on tables far beyond the estate.
Eley Hawk
We are pleased to use cartridges from Eley Hawk, one of the most respected names in British shotgun cartridges, known for their quality, consistency and performance in the field.
A range of cartridges is available to purchase on shoot days for those who require them. If guns would like to purchase a larger quantity or require a specific or unusual load, we ask that these are pre-ordered in advance so we can ensure they are available on the day.