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What’s the law on transporting shotgun cartridges?
A reader wonders if shotgun cartridges create a potential explosive hazard in a vehicle. Bill Harriman advises.
Clayshooting grounds in England that are open for business again
Clayshooters in England are celebrating the re-opening of their sport after the COVID-19 shutdown. We’ve had a look around to see which clay grounds are open again in which regions…
Why do dogs point?
Pointing is one of the most fascinating of dog behaviours and one that was recognised long ago as a useful trait to encourage in hunting dogs. Today, there’s a misconception…
Pheasant Maryland – a dish that children will love
My mother’s most-used everyday cookbook in the 1970s was an edition of The Constance Spry Cookery Book that she must have been given after her wedding in the late 1950s.…
A 5-minute guide to the different clayshooting disciplines
New to clayshooting? This is what English Sporting, English Skeet and Trap shooting involve
Common garden plants that are poisonous to gundogs – and what to do if they eat one
When your gundogs are out sniffing and investigating in the garden you could unwittingly be putting their health at risk, by exposing them to poisonous plants
How to choose the right clay cartridge
Here are some of the key questions you need to ask when choosing clay cartridges. Q. What wad material should I choose? A. Today many shooting grounds label themselves as…
Three marinade recipes for game and venison
Why marinate meat? Planning ahead and creating marinades for game and venison is really worthwhile. So if you’re planning a barbecue, soak the meat in a marinade for a few…
What you need to know about coronavirus and going out into the field in England from 13th May 2020
On Wednesday 13th May coronavirus guidance for shooters in England changed. You can now undertake both live quarry shooting and deer stalking in England, following the usual legal process. (The…
Clay grounds in England get the green light
The Clay Pigeon Shooting Association (CPSA) has announced that clay grounds in England can reopen in a phased return. Iain Parker, CEO, has declared that the CPSA has now received …
Why the Hungarian wirehaired viszla is becoming more and more popular
I first came across the Hungarian wirehaired vizsla (HWV) more than 16 years ago. The vizslas in question belonged to a reader who invited me to see them working. I…
Stalking roe deer
An early morning stalk on a glorious day in North Yorkshire, that takes the stalkers through waist-high corn fields through to the deep cover of a broad leaf forest, after…
177 or .22, .25 or above… which air rifle calibre should you pick and why?
It’s a question I’m asked fairly often about air rifles. “What’s the best calibre air rifle?” What’s the winner in .177 vs .22? Calibre isn’t everything I shoot pretty much…
Tips for cooking game on a barbecue (and where to buy top quality meat online)
Barbecuing game is an ideal way to cook pheasant and venison. We asked keen game cook, professional barbecuer and hunter Joe Carhart of GameChanger BBQ for his tips. Top tips…
A recipe for barbecued duck breast
Duck is particularly delicious when cooked on a barbecue. The smoky taste adds a fantastic layer to the flavour. The trick is to score the skin beforehand, for which you…
Is the capercaillie slipping out of our grasp forever?
Something is stirring in the depths of the ancient pine forest. As spring creeps north, creatures are emerging from the trees to strut and prowl. Capercaillie are substantial birds; the…
Who has won in the Eat Game Awards this year?
The annual Eat Game Awards, in association with Taste of Game and Purdey, reward those who encourage the cooking and eating of game and wild British produce, whether they excel…
Can I shoot a muntjac with my air rifle?
What can I use for shooting muntjac? Q: There are loads of muntjac around where I live and I know you can shoot them all year round. My neighbours have…
Gundog puppies and Covid-19. Some guidance.
Here’s some guidance on gundog puppies and COVID-19 during lockdown. It is only guidance so depending on your situation, you should contact the Kennel Club or your local vet who…