Red legged partridge shooting in Spain is becoming an increasingly popular sport for British guns. The Spanish partridge season starts in October and ends the following Spring, so shooting can be enjoyed during and outside of the UK season and usually in good weather. Shooting is allowed on Sundays in Spain which means that […]
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Shooting: no longer just a man’s game
Shooting has traditionally been seen as a ‘man’s game’ and the sporting pursuit of the country set. With the stereotypical image of a shooting enthusiast as an aristocratic gentleman clad in tweed breeks, it is often perceived as an inaccessible pastime for many, in particular women. The past 20 years have seen significant changes, […]
Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Shooting Enthusiasts
Finding those perfect Christmas gifts for shooting lovers The new John Lewis ad is dominating our screens, those Coca-Cola trucks are coming, and the countdown to Christmas is on! With so many online sales and offers these days, there’s almost no reason to fight it out with the hordes of other shoppers in store. […]
Delicious recipes to celebrate Great British Game Week
Delicious recipes to celebrate Great British Game Week As game shooting increases in popularity, across all age groups and genders, it is important to recognise the economic, environmental and social contribution it makes to the UK. 2018 marks the fifth year of the Great British Game Week. It runs from 18th to 25th November and […]
An alternative Christmas party: Clay pigeon shooting
With the festive season fast approaching, it’s time to get thinking about the office or team Christmas party. Christmas is a busy time for everyone so setting the date for your event as soon as possible is important. Typically the last three Thursdays before Christmas are the busiest for corporate events and this year they […]
Shooting tips: Good stretches to improve flexibility
As with any sport, and driven game shooting or clay pigeon shooting are no different, stretching before you take part is key to reducing the risk of injury and will undoubtedly improve performance. Coordinating the movement of shoulders, upper body and gun in the right way is essential to a good shot. As age creeps […]
Attire guide: What to wear clay pigeon shooting
If you are heading to a clay pigeon shoot for the first time, knowing what to wear can be confusing. However, compared to other forms of shooting, such as game hunting, there are less rules and etiquette you need to follow. Essentially, the main thing to consider when deciding what to wear clay pigeon […]
Top tips: Beginners guide to clay pigeon shooting
Mastering your technique when clay pigeon shooting can be a time-consuming venture. With a large number of variables, ensuring you are on target more often than not can take plenty of practice. However, by following our top clay pigeon shooting tips, you can set yourself on the way to becoming a skilled shooter of […]
Top 10 UK Pheasant Shooting Locations
There are some exquisite locations for pheasant shooting in the UK, with an abundant of differing terrain, cover and landscapes producing shoots for both beginners and seasoned pros. Some shoots will rank higher than others in many a shots mind, and priorities with vary from person to person. However, we’ve picked out our top […]