Gun Safes & Gun Cabinets

Owning a firearm in the UK comes with a clear legal obligation: your guns and Section 1 ammunition must be stored securely to prevent unauthorised access. Your local firearms enquiry officer (FEO) will inspect your storage before granting or renewing your Firearm or Shotgun Certificate, and inadequate storage is one of the most common reasons for delayed licensing. Every gun safe in this category is designed to meet those expectations and keep your certificate in good standing.

The relevant British Standard for gun cabinets is BS 7558. It isn't a legal requirement, but cabinets tested to this standard are widely accepted by UK police forces as evidence of suitable construction. Withstanding a five minute attack with common burglary tools. The core features to look for are 2mm steel minimum, fully welded seams, internal lock mechanisms, anti-jemmy bars on the door frame, and solid fixing points so the cabinet can be bolted to brick or concrete. Most of our safes also include a separately lockable top compartment for ammunition, which Home Office guidance expects to be stored apart from the firearms themselves.

Choosing the right size is straightforward once you've thought about two things: how many guns you currently own, and how many you're likely to own in the next few years. Capacity headroom saves money long-term. Upgrading a cabinet because you've bought one more rifle is a common and avoidable expense. We stock 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10 and 14 gun cabinets, with extra-tall models for muzzle loaders and wider internal widths for scoped rifles. Our Shotgun & Rifle Safes section covers the main household range, while Ammunition Safes provides dedicated standalone cartridge and Section 1 ammunition storage.

Brand matters when it comes to firearms security. Brattonsound has been manufacturing gun safes in the UK since 1982 and remains the default choice for many firearms officers and dealers. Their Sentinel and Scoped Rifle ranges are built to BS 7558 and backed by a long warranty. Buffalo River offers excellent value in the mid-range, while Lokaway brings a distinctive shear-lock design with built-in ammunition compartments. You'll also find options from Browning and BSA across the range.

Fitting is as important as the cabinet itself. A gun safe should be bolted to a solid wall or floor, positioned out of plain sight, away from external doors and windows, and ideally in a room that isn't routinely accessed by visitors. Avoid garages, sheds and outbuildings unless significant additional security is in place.

If you're not sure which cabinet is right for your setup, give us a call or drop into the shop in Bromsgrove, we've been helping UK shooters through the licensing process for over 20 years and will happily walk you through the options.