Clay Pigeon Shooting Travel Insurance
Cover for clay pigeon shooting and related injuries
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What is clay pigeon shooting?
Clay pigeon shooting involves using a shotgun to hit clay targets launched into the air. It can be enjoyed as a casual range session, a supervised lesson or an organised competition.
Can I get travel insurance for clay pigeon shooting?
Yes. Recreational clay pigeon shooting is included as standard on most of the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Select clay pigeon shooting when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. If you’re entering a competition or taking your own shotgun abroad, there are a few extra details to check before you travel.

Clay pigeon shooting top tips:
- Choose clay pigeon shooting when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Follow the range officer or instructor’s rules
- Check local firearm and ammunition requirements
- Confirm arrangements before taking a shotgun abroad
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured clay pigeon shooting, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment and other travel-related problems. Personal Liability and cover for shooting equipment may be restricted or excluded, so check the applicable Policy Wording.
Clay Pigeon Shooting FAQs
Is clay pigeon shooting covered as standard?
Recreational clay pigeon shooting is included as standard on most policies offered through Direct Travel. Select it when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Can I take a clay pigeon shooting lesson abroad?
Yes, recreational lessons can be covered. Use an established shooting ground, follow the instructor’s rules and make sure clay pigeon shooting is shown on your policy documents.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if clay pigeon shooting is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Are clay pigeon shooting competitions covered?
Competition cover depends on the policy and the type of event. Check the Policy Wording before entering a shoot, tournament or other organised competition. Professional or paid sporting participation is not covered.
Is Personal Liability covered while shooting?
Personal Liability may be restricted or excluded while using or handling a firearm. Check the Policy Wording carefully rather than assuming it applies at the shooting ground.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
