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Welcome to the shotgun section of ShootingUK, your complete guide to shotguns, shotgun shooting and the glorious pursuit of moving targets. Whether you’re pondering shotgun gauge choices or perfecting your shotgun technique (without overthinking your lead), we’ve got the answers.
Our shotgun content covers game shooting, clay pigeon shooting, and shotgun cartridge selection that actually matters. Explore shotgun reviews, shotgun choke advice, and practical tips on shotgun fitting and shotgun maintenance. From your first shotgun purchase to understanding why everyone has strong opinions about over-and-under shotguns versus side-by-side shotguns, we break it down clearly.
Discover shotgun shooting tips for driven game, rough shooting and wildfowling, plus shotgun safety guidance that keeps everyone happy. Semi-auto shotguns, pump action shotguns, shotgun cartridges, and all that shotgun gear you’ve been eyeing up. Our shotgun features come from shooters who know that the best shotgun is usually the one that fits you properly – and hits what you’re aiming at.
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NewsSouthfields Farm: Game shooting in Leicestershire
Southfields Farm: Located near the A6 in Leicestershire, Southfields Farm delivers superb sport and was a finalist in the 2012 Purdey Awards for Game and Conservation.
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GearMust I buy 2.3/4in cartridges for clay shooting?
I am a newcomer to clay shooting and have just bought a gun with 2.3/4in chambers. However, I find I can buy some cartridges with 2.1/2in cases which, the supplier tells me, are ideal for clay shootin...
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GearWould sub-sonic cartridges make less noise?
Pigeon shooting: I have got a bit of a noise issue with a couple of villagers close to where I shoot. I can’t afford to splash out on a moderated shotgun but wondered if sub-sonic cartridges might b...
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GearWhy don’t more guys use No.9 Skeet shooting cartridges?
Skeet shooting: I get really good ‘kills’ with mine on the targets at our local gun club. I use a Browning B425 choked ¼ and ½.
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NewsAre the bright fore-sights on modern shotguns really necessary?
Are the multi-coloured fore-sights on modern shotguns really necessary, when most experts say you should not look at the bead anyway?
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NewsGWCT: grey partridges can stage a fightback
<strong>Wild grey partridge numbers are increasing on land specifically managed for the species</strong>
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NewsWarter Priory: Game shooting in East Yorkshire
Warter Priory: A new chapter is being written at the Warter Priory game shoot thanks to an enthusiastic owner, hardworking headkeeper and his loyal team behind the scenes.
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NewsI can’t seem to improve my clay shooting scores!
I’ve been shooting now for just over 14 months – English Sporting – and only managing to hit 20% or so of the targets.
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GearWhat kill-to-cartridge ratio do you expect pigeon shooting?
Pigeon shooting: What sort of kills-to-cartridge ratio would you expect from a good pigeon shot, over decoys, and over the course of a year?
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NewsWhat’s the best gun to start clay pigeon shooting?
Clay pigeon shooting: I am 14 years old and have just got hooked on clay pigeon shooting. As a present I was hoping to get a gun and all of the essentials.
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