Simon Prince, chief constable of Dyfed-Powys Police, who is the national police lead for rural crime, said: “We believe that there are still some members of the public who, whether knowingly…
Charlotte Peters
Digital Editor
Which are the best wines for game, venison, rabbit, salmon and brown trout?
When done well, pairing wine with game reveals hidden depths and extra dimensions, as well as being downright delicious, says Mark O'Halleron of Decanter magazine
Welcome to the new look Shooting Times
Says Joe Dimbleby, Editor of Shooting Times: “I hope you enjoy the changes, which aim to refresh while staying true to the magazine’s incredible heritage. The keepering column will rotate with…
Agricultural shows report a record season, despite demise of CLA Game Fair
According to the Association of Shows and Agricultural Organisations (ASAO), which represents many of British’s food farming and countryside events, both big multiple-day shows and smaller events are reporting a…
Managed heather moorland helps Scottish honeybees thrive
Across parts of Scotland honeybees and honey producers are flourishing thanks to the red grouse, going some way to counter concerns of a bee decline across the country – with…
Scottish Government accused of threatening rural economy and conservation
Douglas McAdam, chief executive of Scottish Land & Estates, gave evidence to the Scottish Parliament’s Rural Affairs and Climate Change Committee and said further due diligence was needed to prevent…
Rare storage case triples price of 1952 air-pistol
The estimate for the rare .177 barrel-cocking air-pistol, model ‘Senior’ circa 1952 by Webley & Scott, was £400-600 and the hammer price exceeded everyone’s expectations. “Incredibly few cases were sold”…
Rural communities highlight importance of grouse shooting
A new report published today shows the importance of grouse shooting and moorland management in supporting fragile rural communities. Created by Scotland’s Rural College and the University of the Highlands…
Champion clay pigeon shooter loses firearms certificate due to Facebook prank
Police have alleged that 24-year-old Mr Burn was standing in a wooded area dressed in underpants, Wellington boots, cap and holding a shotgun which he pointed at the sky before…
What are people saying about the demise of the CLA Game Fair?
Overall, the general mood and tone of the comments is that the event became too expensive to attend, both for the general public and for the stallholders. What do YOU…
Grouse moors fledge more hen harriers than other areas
Five of the twelve nests were monitored either by local raptor workers or a combination of organisations including Natural England and the Forestry Commission, and with the full cooperation of…
Government comes out in favour of grouse shooting
Dr Avery’s petition is founded on his premise that: “Grouse shooting for ‘sport’ depends on intensive habitat management which damages protected wildlife sites, increases water pollution, increases flood risk, increases…
Recipe for cranberry-topped game pies
With a passion for the rural community and an eye for quality local meat, fifth-generation Herefordshire farmer Anthony Legge founded butchers, deli and pie shop Legges of Bromyard in 2000.…
New Labour leader appoints vegan as Shadow Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
An interesting appointment and one that is certain to spark plenty of debate, appointing a vegan to deal with Britain’s farmers is nothing if not controversial. The British Association for…
Should Chris Packham be forced to pack his bags and leave BBC Springwatch?
Tim Bonner writes: “The new edition of BBC Wildlife magazine carries a column by Chris Packham which is remarkable in that it picks a fight with practically everyone. “Fox hunters…
New master engraver appointed by John Rigby & Co
Master engraver Geoffrey Lignon says: “It is fantastic for me to work for a company like Rigby… I have been passionate about Africa and its wildlife ever since I was…
10 game cookery schools in the UK to investigate
We’ve chosen courses the length and breadth of the country. All have accommodation nearby if you fancy a short break or want to enjoy some well-deserved wine with dinner. 1. Mike…
Support the future of British gunmaking
If you want to do your bit to support the future of British gunmaking – and indulge yourself, or somebody else, then get bidding. The lots involved include dinner chez…
10 places to go clay pigeon shooting in Cheshire
1. Mickley Hall Shooting School, Nantwich This is a Cheshire clay pigeon shooting school where you can leave your wellies at home – because neat stone pathways between covered stands mean…
Local grouse communities caught in the crossfire
The grouse shooting season is now in full swing – following the annual war of words between the anti-shooting lobby and country sports enthusiasts that it always ignites. However Scottish…