Dealing with walkers?: While I was out stalking recently, I was accosted by a walker who let fly a torrent of abuse and accusations. This person accused me of "murdering…
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Camouflage jackets – our top picks for hunting
The type of camouflage jackets you are going to need can differ depending on the time of year, location or quarry you are hunting (check out our advice on how…
What you need to know BEFORE replying to a shooting invitation
A shooting invitation is a highlight in any gameshooter’s calendar but don’t rush into a reply. Whilst you should reply promptly you should consider the following before making a decision.…
Two recipes for pheasant pies
Pies are such a good invention. They are perfect comfort food on a dark winter evening. They are also superbly portable – so you can take a slice out for…
Tips to make you better at walked-up pheasant shooting
Have you been invited walked-up pheasant shooting for the first time? If so, congratulations because it’s a sought-after invitation. However it can be a daunting prospect for the beginner. On…
Crosser clay targets – here’s how to shoot them
The clay that's crossing in front of the stand is probably one of the most common targets you’re ever likely to encounter on an English sporting layout
English Sporting clays. Here’s what you need to know.
Top coach Russell Mark looks at a few typical English Sporting targets that will help on game shoots
Introducing the Team GB Paralympic Shooting Squad
The Paralympics takes place from 24 August to 5 September. This year Team GB sent seven shooting athletes from across the UK to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Issy Bailey,…
The best waterproof shooting jackets
Good waterproof shooting jackets will see you right in the field all the year round. In the summer months when there is a monsoon type downpour you can just shrug…
Matt Coward-Holley wins Team GB’s first shooting medal with bronze
Matthew Coward-Holley has claimed Men’s Trap bronze and secured Team GB’s first shooting medal at Tokyo 2020. (Read here for an explanation of trap shooting.) Matthew competed in a very…
Tokyo Olympics – a round up of events so far
After all the delays, all of the uncertainty and all of the heartbreak we are finally here. The Olympic flame is alight in Japan and the XXXII Olympiad, Tokyo 2020,…
Pigeon shooting accessories – Geoff Garrod on what you really need
Having a lot of pigeon shooting accessories isn’t for me. It might be what some pigeon shooters want but I’d rather depend on the 40 years of fieldcraft and knowledge…
Why the spring is the peak time for foxing
How to take action against these predators
How to hit the rabbit clay target
The dreaded rabbit clay target. It’s the one that most shooters dread and come unstuck by. You’ll hear clayshooters moan and groan about one as they walk to the stand.…
We looked for the best clay cartridges around – here’s what we found
Nowadays there is a whole selection of cartridges designed specifically for clays. Some are general-purpose, some for specific disciplines like trap and skeet and some are dedicated competition cartridges for…
20 of the best shotguns for under £1000
Finding a gun at the right price can be tough. We’ve listed 20 shotguns for under £1000 here that we think are well worth a look, both new and second-hand.…
How can I restore the shine to my gun?
How to make your wooden gun stock look like new
The 10 shooting safety rules that every shooter must follow
The first rule of good shooting is always safety
What to expect when your gundog bitch gives birth
In the concluding part of a two-part series, Tony Price guides breeders through the process of bringing their working bitch’s puppies into the world
Standing correctly to shoot clays is a key part of your technique. Here’s how to get it right.
The correct ready position when shooting increases your chance of hitting more clays.