Lees Court Shoot
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Lees Court is renowned for its first class shoot, which takes place over much of the Estate with the highest birds being presented over the steep sided valley that runs north to south through the middle of the Estate. The shoot has been listed in Alex Brant's book "The World's Best Shoots" published in September 2008.
The first day of the season will take place in October, with 20 or more days through to January. A mix of pheasants and red-legged partridges are released on the Estate for the shooting season.
The Countess Sondes, who runs the Lees Court Shoot, assumed the responsibility on the death of her husband, The Earl Sondes, in 1996. She is assisted by her gamekeeper Shayne Dean, and employs up to an additional 60 people on shoot days, including beaters, pickers up, loaders and catering staff.
The Countess Sondes is a vociferous supporter of shooting. She thinks it is important that this historically significant way of life is maintained and believes the shoot improves biodiversity on the Estate, as well as generating local employment and supporting the rural economy.
In 2013, the Estate won the Bronze Purdey Award for Game and Conservation.
In continuing the excellent work in promoting shooting and conservation, it was a pleasure for our Keeper, Shayne Dean, to be presented with the NGO David Bellamy Award 2017.
Lees Court is about an hour and a half drive from central London and approximately 20 minutes from Ashford International Railway Station.
Hospitality
Elevenses is served by the staff from the house, a varied selection of hot 'finger food', beef consume, fruit and chocolates that you can take with you and a selection of drinks (including soft).
Lunch is served in the Shoot Lodge which is within the grounds of Stringman's Farm house, home of The Countess Sondes.
Pre-lunch drinks are served around the indoor pool. Lunch starts with a home made soup, followed a roast dinner, cheese selection and tea/coffee. The aim is to have an enjoyable and leisurely lunch but making sure there is still time and daylight to have further shooting after.
Once back after the final drive(s) afternoon tea is served.
Topography
Set in the heart of the Kent North Downs, the Shoot is renowned for its steep sided valley which runs through the heart of the Estate. The drives are within the valley, as well as in the woodland and carefully sited game plots. This allows for a very varied days shooting.
About the hosts
If The Countess Sondes is unable to host the day herself, the day is in the capable hands of our Shoot Captain, with support from the Game Keeper and the Estate Administrator. The Housekeeping Team are always ready to assist with the many varied requests from guns and guests.
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