“In most of the UK there are only a handful of refuges left for red squirrels,” said Dr Cathleen Thomas, programme manager of Red Squirrels United, a conservation partnership started in…
Charlotte Peters
Digital Editor
5 minutes with Patrick Galbraith – the new editor of Shooting Times
SUK: Welcome on board Patrick. So tell us, where are you from in Scotland? PG: I was brought up in Edinburgh and learned to shoot during summer holidays in Dumfriesshire.…
My favourite bit of shooting kit – by Tim Bonner
Tim chose his Cogswell & Harrison boxlock ejector, with 27 ½inch barrels, 2½ inch chambers – and weight 5¾lb. He explained: “My great-aunt Nancy Metcalfe-Gibson, a legendary sporting lady from…
Which is the muddiest 4×4 of the season?
In the depths of winter your 4×4 is a modern day workhorse. It’s expected to sail through fields of mud, coast through swollen rivers – basically take whatever is thrown…
Ed Ling named CPSA clay shooter of the year
The Taunton born shooter received the award having been voted for by CPSA members from a shortlist of five contenders, which also featured fellow Olympic bronze medallist Steve Scott. When…
Bird flu discovered in pheasant flock in Lancashire
A number of the flock have died and the remaining live birds at the infected premises are being humanely culled. A full investigation is under way to determine the source…
Donald Trump. A golden pheasant. Same plumage?
A golden quiff, beady eye and ability to dominate the crowd. Obviously we’re talking about Western China’s golden pheasant – a bird which has been attracting a lot of attention…
Who’s got the most handsome gundog?
Is your #gundog as handsome as mine? No, didn't think so. #Cockerspaniel @TheFieldmag @ShootingTimes pic.twitter.com/oya39762W5 — Art.50Sam Watt (@SamWatt8600) January 16, 2017 He is one good loooking canine, but that…
Our 10 most-read gun reviews
1. Favourite .22lr rifles Which rimfire rifle should you choose? Should you go for a heavy varmint barrel? Will you choose a synthetic or more traditional wood stock? Opt for the ability…
Charity clay shoots are raising thousands
Charity clay shoots proving popular and successful Clayshooters are now using their skills and enthusiasm to benefit many good causes and celebrities are also getting in on the act. Recently…
Latest bird flu warnings from National Gamekeepers’ Organisation
A spokesman for the National Gamekeepers’ Organisation (NGO) advises: “This advice is hugely important and is essential reading for everyone in the gamebird world… H5N8 bird flu is now widespread…
Queen’s weekly visits to walk gamekeeper’s dogs
We have always known that the Queen is a true countrywoman. One of her retired gamekeepers, Mr Fenwick, died a week ago at the age of 95 and it is…
Big Ted and little Ted!
Ted’s young son is six and he’s also called Ted. Penelope his daughter is three. Big Ted says: “They love being out with us shooting, we kitted them out at…
Have your say in our firearms licensing poll
Everbody who owns a gun is being affected by shotgun and firearms licensing issues – whether they are new to shooting or a seasoned Gun. When you’ve just taken up…
Countess faces lengthy wait for gun licence and brands £40 GP fee a “disgrace”
Many shooters have long been aware that the time it takes to receive a new shotgun certificate depends on where they live. Now Establishment figures, like MP Ian Liddell Grainger…
Recipe for Burns Night – rabbit haggis
Rabbit roulade, rabbit haggis, barley, carrot and winter mushroom Serves 4 Ingredients 2 whole rabbit* 200g barley soaked overnight in cold water 3 garlic cloves 2 sprigs rosemary 2 sprigs…
Do you know your boxlock from your flintlock?
On the other hand, if you’re flummoxed as to what they mean but you want to be taken as a serious shooter who knows their stuff, then read on. The…
10 things that can make or break a shoot day
Makes 1. The Weather: Many Guns prefer a lightly overcast day, a favourable wind with a decent nip in the air. Persistent driving rain all day is enough to break…
Recipe for wild boar with lentils and wild mushrooms
Ingredients 4 wild boar steaks (or venison steaks) 250g ready cooked Beluga Lentils or Puy Lentils (we use Merchant Gourmet) 150g mixed wild mushrooms 60g butter 8tbsp rapeseed oil 1…