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Richard Faulds wins World Sporting clay shooting title

Richard Faulds added yet another World Title to his CV at the recent World Sporting Championship held at Lakenheath Clay Target centre. Read more

Growing deer population blamed for native bird decrease

Results from a new bird survey, highlighting a decline in native bird species, point the finger at browsing pressure from deer and the changing nature of our woodlands. Read more

Over 200 pheasants battered to death

More than 200 pheasants have been killed and stolen from the grounds of the Hopetoun Estate in West Lothian, Scotland. Read more

GB Pistol Shots to be allowed to train in the UK

The home secretary agrees to use her powers to allow the GB Olympic pistol shooters to train in this country ahead of the Olympics in 2012 Read more

Shooting retailer D. J. Litt's is sold

Sportsman Gun Centre agrees purchase of the UK’s largest shooting retailer. Read more

Young Rural Entrepreneur of the Year award

After the success of last year's inaugural award, Lycetts, the UK's premier countryside insurance broker, has launched its search to find the 2008 Young Rural Entrepreneur of the Year. Read more

Shooting helps wild red legged partridge population

The number of red-legged partridges reared for shooting has risen substantially in recent years and may now account for about a quarter of birds released, according to the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT). Read more

Gun dog tail docking report shows injury link

A new report by orthopaedic vet, John Houlton, of Davies Veterinary Specialists, shows docking the tail of a working dog reduces tail injuries. Read more

Golden eagle decrease blamed on Scotland's keepers

The latest controversial report into raptor numbers has attributed the decline in Scotland’s golden eagle population to illegal poisoning on managed grouse moors. Read more