Last year, the keenly anticipated British Schools and Young Shots (BSYS) competition had to be postponed due to Covid. However we are delighted to announce that it will be taking…
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Guide to being a better stalker: rifles and equipment
It’s time to focus on equipment: the rifle, ammunition and optic choices. There are a number of factors that will influence your decisions: complying with the minimum legal requirements for…
Air rifle case – we share our top picks
When it comes to pest control or stalking in the field, any keen Shot will tell you that you should only take what you need, because you don’t want to…
Being a better stalker: getting to the next level
Having successfully completed a deerstalking certificate, a stalker’s attention will turn to applying for a UK firearms certificate (FAC), along with accessing land and potentially sourcing a mentor. Covering the…
Quickfire crop protection with Geoff Garrod
Geoff Garrod is under cover for some quick fire crop protection. Armed with his trusty Browning Maxus semi auto, he builds an impressive bag as he defends the winter rape…
Charging a PCP air rifle using a cylinder: here’s how to do it
There are a few ways of charging a PCP air rifle. You can of course use a stirrup pump, which is probably simplest. But this can be a hard grind,…
Best dog buoyancy aids
Dog buoyancy aids are a key bit of safety kit. Whilst you may feel confident that your dog is a good swimmer, accidents can happen. Dogs can lose their footing…
Caring for your air rifle in cold, wet weather
Today’s performance fabrics such as Gore-Tex mean that we can stay outside in wet, freezing temperatures for longer than ever before. But what about caring for your air rifle in…
Best off-road SUV – take on anything with our top picks
We are supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more When it comes to having a dependable, solid off-road…
The best airgun kit: what an expert wouldn’t leave home without
Be prepared. Before you go out on an airgunning expedition you need to be sure that you’ve got everything you’re likely to need with you. So here is my essential…
S510 Tactical
S510 Tactical The S510 Tactical (S510T) is the perfect blend of usability and functionality. The action is built around the extraordinarily successful S510 (Winner of Airgun of the Year 2019,…
Seeland Woodcock Advanced Jacket: in a class of its own
Seeland Woodcock Advanced Jacket – RRP £199.99 This classic game shooting jacket is available for men and ladies and at first glance might seem like any other green shooting jacket.…
Squirrel control in the rain, PLUS the MTC King Cobra F2 telescopic sight…
We join Richard Saunders controlling grey squirrels in this week’s episode. Walkaround tactics don’t cut it but the action soon picks up when Richard moves into his hide to avoid…
Awesome night-time farmyard rat hunt, PLUS the Brocock Concept XR…
The winter influx of rats has arrived on the farmyard and we join Mat Manning on a night shoot to target the disease spreading rodents in this week’s episode. Mat…
Roe doe in the snow with Chris Dalton
Chris Dalton loves stalking roe deer out on the open hill and this is made even more magical when you have bright sunshine, sun, zero temperatures and snow. These were…
Best clay pigeon traps: improve your shooting
If you’re fortunate enough to have some land, then you might consider setting up your own clay trap. (Read “Can I set up clay shooting on my own property?”) Providing…
All about Country Sport Scotland
Scotland is renowned internationally as a unique sporting destination that offers visitors outstanding fur, feather, and fin sporting experiences amongst dramatic and unparalleled landscapes. Search through over 100 sporting providers…
New Year resolutions for shooters in 2022
The New Year is a time of resolutions for many of us. We think about what we would like to achieve over the coming year and what we would like…
How to choose an air rifle that’s right for you
Before you choose an air rifle you need to think about what you want to use your air rifle for? A bit of backyard plinking? Target practice? Pest control? Set…
Is high vis clothing the future for beaters in the UK?
“Boy looks like he has ram-raided John Norris.” The ‘boy’ in question was in fact a young man, but the rest of my fellow beater’s comment was acerbically accurate. The…