General Info

Airsoft started its life in Japan during the Mid 1970's, and made its mark in the United States and Europe in the 1990's.

Since its initial arrival in Europe it has grown very quickly into a recognised sport and is used by many law enforcement agencies and armed forces to simulate real life situations for training purposes.

For those of you who have heard of paintball, Airsoft is similar in some respects. Both use marshalls to run and watch over the games. Both have games based on Attack and Defend, Capture the Flag and Search and Destroy missions. However, this is where the silimarities end. Unlike Paintball which uses markers to tell you when you have been hit, airsoft uses 6mm plastic BBs and is based solely upon a system of honour and integrity; relying on the hit player calling themselves out of the game.

Airsoft weapons are also different as they are replica models based on the 'real steel' weapons used by the worlds forces. As these weapons are "Realistic Imitation Firearms" (RIFs) they are subject to certain rules (Defined in the VCRA). The weapons are also governed by power limits measured in Feet Per Second (FPS), depending on the type of weapon and its means of power (Spring, Battery or Gas). Many regular players will have bought their own weapons after their first few skirmishes and as such you will see a varying array of different types of weapons on the game field.

These can be split into three main categories, Assault, Support and Sniping. Each of the three categories have their own strengths and weaknesses within the game field and as such may be able to alter the outcome of a game at any point. There are many skirmish sites around the country, these can range from woodland, urban and even underground tunnels. Playing styles are reflected at each site and may include such scenarios as FIBUA (Fighting In Built Ups Areas), Open Ground Battles and CQB (Close Quarters Battle).

Age Limits

Finmere has a minimum age limit.

You must be 12 or over to play.
All players must complete a waiver/disclaimer form on every visit to Finmere, before playing regardless of age.
Players under the age of 18 must have a Parent, Guardian or Responsible adult to sign them in. Parents/Guardians are most welcome to stay in the safezone or spectate (see Spectators and Photographers Rule) or leave the young player on site to be collected at the end of the day.

There is no upper age limit......if you can walk and move your trigger finger then come and play!

Spectators and Photographers

Spectators and photographers are very welcome at Finmere.
They are subject to the same safety rules (eye protection etc.) as everyone else and should try to observe from a place that does not interfere with the gameplay. They are required to wear High Visibility vests at all times when in the game area.
Damage that may occur to any equipment is solely the responsibility of the owner. The Site cannot be held responsible for such occurences.

Drugs and Alcohol Policy

Alcohol is not allowed on site.
Illicit Drugs are not allowed on site.

Legal Medications:
If players require medication such as Asthma Inhalers, Blood Pressure medication, Allergy Pens etc. etc., you should notify the Site Staff when booking in and carry your medication in your top, left-hand pocket during games.
That way, if anything goes wrong and you need your medication in a hurry, everyone will know where it is.
If you need medication, it is YOUR responsibility to ensure you bring it and carry it as required.