Our team has always valued the relationships we enjoy with our clients, many of whom have been visiting us since our inception thirty years ago.
Knowledgeable and trustworthy; we are passionate about providing the very best and most personal service and quite simply providing our clients with ‘shooting at it’s best’.
Managing Director
Jonathan has worked in the shooting world for nearly 20 years.
Former Head of Sales for Purdey with 20 years experience in the shooting industry, Jonathan is an occasional contributor to the shooting press and a Judge for The Purdey Awards for Game & Conservation. He has a deep love for the sport of shooting and is enjoying leading the Royal Berkshire team.
Contact Jonathan at jonathan@rbss.co.uk
Sporting Agent
A graduate of Sparsholt, Gordon joined the Group in 1998 after many years of managing the shooting interests of sporting estates. A passionate countryman, he’s as keen a fisherman as he is a shot. His front-line experience and calm professionalism continue to drive the Sporting Agency to new levels of accomplishment in both the UK and overseas.
Contact Gordon at gordon@rbss.co.uk
Sporting Agent & Shooting Instructor
Matt’s passion for fieldsports and the countryside was ignited by his upbringing in the Yorkshire Dales where he served his ‘apprenticeship’ working on local estates and shoots, working up from beater, to loader, to shoot whilst studying at Harper Adams University. Matt joined the team in 2021, previously having spent three years with Calvert Sporting, spending 100 days in the field with clients each year.
Contact Matt at matt@rbss.co.uk
Shooting Instructor
Instructing since 2007, a talented sportsman and an experienced competitive clay shot. Steve's style of teaching and experience in gun fitting means he has a large and loyal list of clients. As a former competitive clay shooter himself, he enjoys setting courses for our various competitions and CPSA registered shoots.
Shooting Instructor
Nigel, the gentle giant of the school, has instructed at The Royal Berkshire for over 15 years. A highly experienced instructor and expert at gun fitting, he is constantly in demand due to his vast knowledge and experience with shooters of all ages and abilities.
Shooting Instructor
Pete joined the team in 2003 and has been teaching since 2013. Very popular with a number of our regular clients, and is also heavily involved in instructing the next generation of shooters who visit us from local schools, colleges and universities.
Gun Room & Retail Manager
After many years in the gun trade, Alastair possesses a wealth of experience and knowledge and manages the Gun Room and retail departments. Whether you wish to purchase a gun or rifle, ammunition, shooting equipment, to organise a gun service, or if you just require some expert advice, Alastair would be more than happy to help.
He can be contacted on alastair@rbss.co.uk
Retail Administrator
Hannah joined us in summer 2021 to assist Alastair with our rapidly growing retail operation. Providing support in everything from developing our online Country Store to managing the paperwork for repair works and servicing in the Gun Room, Hannah's strong Project Management background is proving invaluable.
Contact Hannah on hannah@rbss.co.uk
Country Store Retail Assistant
Melanie heads up the smooth day to day running of our Country Store on a part time basis and her product knowledge coupled with her smiley demeanor mean she has fast become very popular with our clients. Melanie lives locally and enjoys country pursuits including horse riding.
Contact Mel on mel@rbss.co.uk
Shooting School Founder & Consultant
Dylan founded The Royal Berkshire Shooting School in 1991 and continues to support the business in his consultancy role, often hosting charity events where required and in providing shooting tuition. A countryman through and through, he still has the same enthusiasm for shooting as the boy who held his first gun as a 9-year-old.
Head Groundsman
The Shooting School and the grounds have been called “immaculate”, “manicured” and “truly stunning”. Some of the most experienced game shots in the land are in awe of both the speed and precision of the clays sent off stands such as The Times Tower and the famous J&B Grouse Stand. All these aspects are the responsibility of Mike and his team, who are truly outstanding in their pride and commitment to the grounds and the presentation of targets.
Groundsman and Trapper
Andy joined the team in Spring 2021 to help Mike with looking after our expansive grounds, general maintenance, trapping, filling of traps and everything behind the scenes that allows us to run such a seamless shooting operation. He is enjoying being a valued part of the team and learning about the shooting world.
Client Services and Property Manager
Wendy has been with us since 2013 and looks after everything which goes toward helping each client have the best possible experience when they visit us. This includes running the Calibre Club, our very popular social shoots and competitions, and managing all of the various systems which keep the RB running smoothly.
She can be contacted on wendy@rbss.co.uk.
Sporting Agency Co-ordinator
Part of the Royal Berkshire’s founding team in 1991, Leo co-ordinates the Sporting Agency under the direction of Gordon Robinson. In her spare time Leo enjoys country walks with her Jack Russell, Harvey.
Contact Leo at leo@rbss.co.uk
Events & Marketing Manager
With several years of Event Management experience under her belt before joining us 7 years ago, Katie is the person to speak to about Corporate Events, Charity Events and Really Wild Clay Days. You can be assured that your event will be in the safest of hands with Katie there to take care of every detail.
Katie also manages our brand partnerships, marketing and advertising and is the contact for all marketing and advertising enquiries.
Contact Katie at katie@rbss.co.uk
Events Executive
Having first joined us at the end of September 2019 to provide maternity cover on reception, Georgie quickly became a highly valued member of the team. Georgie is now back with us to help Katie in the Events department and looks after our Really Wild roving days and corporate events at the Royal Berkshire.
To contact Georgie email georgie@rbss.co.uk
Receptionist
Emma joined us in late 2021 and looks after Reception on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The first smiling face you see when visiting the Royal Berkshire, Emma has a strong background within the Health Sector and is enjoying learning about all things Shooting! In her spare time Emma enjoys walking in the Berkshire countryside with her dog Nelson.
You can contact Emma on emma@rbss.co.uk
Assistant Accountant
Junita joined our Accounts Department in early 2019, to assist Jackie with all things financial and is enjoying learning all about the shooting world.
Contact her on junita@rbss.co.uk