Site Rules

This can be a minefield of problems, if you offer a huge list of player restrictions then there’s
always someone who will devote large amounts of his ( or her ) time to finding loopholes.
( ’rule smithing’ ).
We therefore run our airsoft activity in the same manner as we run our very successful paintball activity therefore
All players are expected to enhance all other players airsoft experience by behaving in an adult and responsible manner, we do have a naughty chair for those who may find it difficult to cope with this very heavy burden .
Players who fail to act responsibly, have issues or behaviours that may endanger others will be told to leave ( we then inform the national database that they’re excluded and so they can then wave goodbye to their airsoft aspirations for ever )
All protective equipment must be worn at all times in the playing area ( including the gun rack area ), only fully discharged and magazine-less weapons will be permitted in the safe area.
No pyrotechnics or other devices other than those authorised by a member of staff are permitted.
No blind firing, this can cause serious injury and considerably fray tempers.
If your are close enough to touch an unsuspecting player then say ‘bang’, the ‘banged’ player is out, the ‘bangee’ goes on to ‘bang’ again, in the event of both parties banging the first one to say ‘bang’ wins, in the event of a draw both ‘bangees’ are eliminated, happy banging.
Anyone stupid enough to bring offensive weapons or any other illegal item will be told to leave the site and will be reported to the appropriate agencies and probably a good psychiatrist.
All players are expected to check the muzzle velocity of their own weapons using the chronograph provided, our staff are usually nearby if you need some help, maximum velocity over an average of 10 shots is 328 feet per second with a 5% tolerance giving an absolute site maximum of 350 fps no matter what weapon, propulsion method or excuse, all players sign in to say they have checked their weapon and it conforms, during the session weapons may be randomly checked, if it’s over the limit then so is that player’s airsoft session.
The velocity limit applies to 6mm 0.20gm bb’s, anyone using any other calibre or bb weight is
expect to know the equivalent muzzle velocity for their specific ammunition.
No deliberate head shots especially at close range, use your common sense.
No alcohol or any other intoxicants, it goes without saying that anyone caught with any illegal
substance in their possession or, in the opinion of the staff, are under the influence of alcohol or other substance whilst on site will be immediately excluded and the appropriate authorities informed.
‘Banged’ and hit players are expected to accept they have been eliminated and remove themselves gracefully from the field of play indicating they are no longer part of the game whilst in transit, active players are reminded not to take pot shots at eliminated players or site staff
( see naughty chair above ).
All players are at liberty to remove themselves from any game at any time.
Eliminated and self removed players may re-enter the game subject to the specific game rules such as ‘re-spawn’, ‘medic’ or ‘one hit and out’.
You are responsible for your behaviour and weapons and their deployment and use, the application of common sense in large measure usually prevails.

Snipers

There is much contention on this subject mostly focussed on the muzzle velocities which some sites permit for single shot sniper rifles normally associated with a minimum firing distances usually about 30 feet. We do not permit any weapon that is used on any of our sites to exceed 350feet per second for any reason whatsoever. Our priority is the safety and game enjoyment of every player on site and most players prefer a single limit. Just to develop the sniper aspect a little further, in the real world a sniper suffers a long and intense training period, snipers take hours, if not days, to reach their firing position and only then after much very careful and detailed reconnaissance, after this very slow and carefully considered build-up they may take a single shot and very carefully either find a new firing location, try again later or withdraw. In the airsoft skirmish world very few players can judge the difference between 30 and 25 feet, firing at 450 fps can cause damage or injury and the safety of everyone on site must take priority, there are also time constraints. Being the ‘lone wolf’ might be very attractive but perhaps any airsoft sniper might be better advised to concentrate on cunning, concealment and marksmanship using single well aimed shots rather than focussing on high muzzle velocities.

Pyrotechnics

There is little doubt explosive and smoke devices add a great deal to any battle however the safety of others must take priority over the thrill of launching an explosive at an objective. Having seen the effects of preparing and throwing a pyrotechnic on an under pressure and excited skirmisher the risk of self-harm is very high, the effect of a device exploding around unprotected areas of the head and body can also be very damaging. We therefore do not permit any thrown or uncontrolled pyrotechnic, explosive, concussive or disorienting device or projectile to be used on site other than those authorised, used or controlled by our staff. If in doubt please ask, players who use devices not authorised by our staff will be directed to leave the site. We are not trying to spoil anyone’s enjoyment of their game, just trying to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for all players and staff

Safety

Clearly any activity that includes firing projectiles at people carries risks, as does the movement aspect of any active pastime.
In order to minimise these risks we offer the following suggestions: Never have anything in your mouth whilst playing, choking is a real hazard. Always wear stout footwear with a good tread and ankle support. Restrict your fast movement to areas where you have a clear view of any potential hazards, avoid running into smoke screens. Spend some time warming up all your major muscle groups to minimise the risk of strains and sprains. Drink plenty of water especially on hot days, be aware of your body temperature, add or discard clothing layers to help maintain a good airflow, heat related problems are easy to avoid but disabling when experienced. Keep your eye protection on at all times in the playing area. Take whatever medication you need when you need it. Be aware of hazards and your limitations.

 

Changes outside the site

Here you can find information that may effect you and the game that we know and love.

The change in laws

'As you will no doubt be aware on the 1st October 2007 the Violent Crimes Reduction Act begins, this will have quite an effect on airsoft skirmishing, probably to the benefit of genuine and responsible players. One element of the new setup is the need for every player to have a registration card and for genuine playing sites to be registered, this will enable the registered sites to confirm that a specific player actually played there, the records will be available to various government agencies and the police. This record will enable the cardholder to use and purchase airsoft imitation weapons and is perhaps a huge step forward for those player/collectors as it will demonstrate how responsible airsoft weapon owners are whilst excluding those who may wish to acquire replica weapons for other purposes.

We expect to become a registered site operator in early October 2007, this will apply to our Warminster and Swindon sites.

Saftey

There has been much variation in the muzzle velocity limits set by playing sites, the legal situation is that for a 0.20gm 6mm pellet fired from a weapon at the legal limit of 1.00 joule the maximum velocity is 328 feet per second with a permitted deviation of +/- 10%. All airsoft activity on our sites will operate at a maximum of 330 fps, anyone who feels unable to accept this restriction or feels it necessary to adjust their muzzle velocity during a session to exceed this limit will be barred from our sites, it should be borne in mind that as a registered and responsible site operator we will inform the relevant authorities and in all probability the player will be barred from all airsoft activity in the UK.The vast majority of airsoft players feel a lot safer and get more enjoyment from sites where this limit is imposed, sites that advertise a higher limit, irrespective of the weapon type, will be breaking the law.