Big Shots, the annual charity clay pigeon shoot organised in aid of The Furniture Makers’ Company, has raised £42,000 – the largest amount in recorded memory.
The 29th edition of the fundraiser, which is supported by Furniture Village, took place on Wednesday 12th June and was once again held at Holland & Holland in Northwood, Middlesex, one of the UK’s premier shooting destinations.
Around 150 big hitters from companies including Blum, Castelan Group, Emmiera Group, Harrison Spinks, Hypnos, Furniture Village, Ocee & Four Design and TCM Living made up 38 teams.
After a tasty breakfast, Jonny Westbrooke, CEO of The Furniture Makers’ Company, welcomed the guests before the team from Emma Sleep signalled the start of the 100-bird competition by firing Holland & Holland’s antique cannon. The teams then leisurely made their way round eight stands, manned by Holland & Holland’s excellent gun stewards, set in the estate’s 60 acres of stunning open countryside.
Once the final shots were fired, guests were able to relax and chat during a drinks reception before sitting down to a delicious three-course meal in the club house. The fun-packed day finished with a charity auction and raffle, followed by the results of the shooting competition, with the awards presented by Brian Ahern, Master of The Furniture Makers’ Company.
“Big Shots returned with a bang this year with the event raising the largest amount in recorded memory," says Jonny Westbrooke, CEO of The Furniture Makers’ Company. "Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day so memorable. We really appreciate all the sponsors who helped make the event a success, especially Furniture Village, our principal sponsor and event supporter."
