Nick Beavis Wins Sixth BASC .410 World Championship Title

Nick Beavis has claimed a sixth BASC .410 World Championship title, adding to previous victories in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2023. This time, he did it on home turf, being based in Staffordshire, where the championships were held for the first time this year.

How Did the New Oakedge Shooting Ground Venue Perform?

More than 100 competitors travelled to Oakedge Shooting Ground for the 2026 championships, which had previously been staged at Welsh venues including Dovey Valley Shooting Ground and Fauxdegla International Clay Shooting Centre. Oakedge sits in parkland on the edge of Cannock Chase and has previously hosted the British Open Sporting Clays Championship.

The new venue served up a varied course ranging from tight technical targets to extreme clays. Organisers reported a healthy mix of new faces alongside experienced regulars.

What Did the Champion Say About His Historic Victory?

Speaking after his victory, Mr Beavis said: “It’s been a great competition and it was fantastic to see so many new competitors. I’m over the moon to take the title again and would like to thank BASC, the sponsors and the ground for all their hard work putting on the event.”

What is Nick Beavis’s Background in Shooting?

Mr Beavis has been a gamekeeper at Checkley Wood Shoot, Staffordshire, since he left school and became a director in 2022. He has been shooting since the age of seven, and began competing on clays at 30.

Championship Specifications & Summary

• Winner: Nick Beavis (Staffordshire)
• Title: BASC .410 World Champion
• Total Titles Won: 6 (2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2026)
• Event: 2026 BASC .410 World Championship
• Venue: Oakedge Shooting Ground, Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
• Previous Event Venues: Dovey Valley Shooting Ground, Fauxdegla International Clay Shooting Centre
• Total Competitors: More than 100
• Course Style: Varied (tight technical targets to extreme clays)