Having spent most of his working life in the gun trade, Francis set up Francis Lovel & Co back in 2004. Using his expertise on fine English guns, procurement, and gun valuation, the shop has earned a strong reputation for providing expert advice on all gun makes and types. Strengthening the team, Matt Hunt joined in 2010, bringing his experience as gunroom manager at EJ Churchill Shooting Ground. His expertise has been instrumental in expanding our services, including the successful launch of our Shooting School, "OSS," in 2011.
In 2024, we proudly partnered with Estelle Manor, a private members club and hotel in Oxfordshire, to offer exclusive shooting experiences at our shooting ground.
Built upon experience and passion for the shooting industry.
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A fan favourite for black powder game days, if Francis isn’t in the shop you’ll find him on the peg.
Shooting all his life and working in numerous gun shops he is well known in the industry for his expert knowledge.
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An avid deer stalking and game shoot lover.
Matt, previously the gunroom manager at E.J.Churchill Shooting Ground has brought his knowledge as a shooting instructor and expertise to build our shooting school and service department