An A-Z guide to shooting terminology with the jargon and vocabulary you're likely to come across
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What’s a good budget shotgun for clayshooting?
The first thing to consider when buying a first clay gun It’s crucial that you buy a gun which fits you. Otherwise your shooting will suffer and you might as…
Which are the best air rifles for shooting rabbits?
Air rifles: I was rabbiting recently with a .177 air rifle, but I couldn’t hit anything. Is this calibre powerful enough? Could you offer advice on the perfect air rifle…
The Shooting Awards 2020 – who are the winners?
So who won in the Shooting Awards 2020? Best clay cartridges (by public vote) Gold: Gamebore White Gold. Silver: Hull Sporting 100 Bronze: Eley Hawk VIP Steel ProEco Wad (clay)…
Results of Pakistan’s largest competitive shooting championship announced
The championship known as the 2nd Muhammad Ali Jinnah Open Shooting Championship was held in the historic Pakistani city of Bahawalpur between the 5th and 18th of December – an…
31 things you should know about Baikal shotguns
So why do Baikal shotguns get such good press? They’re not beautiful. Maybe not, but Baikal guns achieve two things that shooters are looking for. They are inexpensive and reliable.…
14 popular rifles for deer stalking
Our experts have reviewed 14 rifles for deer stalking that have proven popular and ranked highly with our reviewers. Choosing a calibre Consider the calibre that will fit your deer…
Pakistan to hold Extreme Long Range (ELR) shooting championship for first time
The second Muhammad Ali Jinnah Open Shooting Championship will be held in the city of Bahawalpur in southern Punjab region from 5th to 18th Dec 2019 – a city characterised by…
Hatsan’s FieldHunter pump-action shotgun has proven popular
Hatsan's FieldHunter pump-action shotgun proves a hit: Originally launched in the UK back in 2005, Hatsan Arms entry-level FieldHunter pump-action shotgun has proved a huge hit.
Woodcock Club Dinner once again sponsored by Seeland. Could you be a member?
An esteemed and venerable institution of international renown, Tony Jackson looks back at the history and toasts the future of the exclusive Shooting Times Woodcock Club.
How do I stop my gundog mouthing game?
I took my 18 month-old Labrador shooting for the first time this season, allowing him to pick no more than two birds on each of the three outings.
Keeping safe when you’re out in the field
Check and check again The safest way to treat a gun is to always assume it is loaded. Never point a gun at anyone – even if you are 100% sure…
The Queen’s former gundog trainer reminisces about picking-up on shoot days
Gundog training: Former gundog trainer to HM The Queen, Bill Meldrum, shares his picking-up rules.
Win an Action Cam and limited-edition General Tire branded watches
Shooting UK has teamed up with General Tire to give three lucky readers the chance to win two General Tire branded watches or an Action Cam. With the Action…
How to dress for a day’s formal gameshooting
Essentially shooting dress has not changed for 150 years. Flick through Lancaster’s The Art of Shooting from 1889 and the chaps are wearing exactly the same kit as us. Or…
Will professional gun fitting help my shooting?
I would like to have the stock on my new Beretta Silver Pigeon professionally fitted because I don’t feel as though I am shooting as well with it as I…
How to buy a decent shotgun for under £500
If you're looking to buy a cheap shotgun, make sure you read this guide first
For deer stalking, is .243 calibre too small?
Deer stalking: Is .243 calibre too small for anything other than roe deer and foxes?
13 reasons why cocker spaniels and springer spaniels are different
Both springer and cocker spaniels are capable of doing a useful day’s work out in the field. Both are biddable. However, they do have different characteristics. Differences between cocker and…
Five key reads for the partridge season
Here are a few key reads on shooting red partridges in readiness for the season ahead. 1. Top 10 partridge shoots Testing sport in stunning surroundings – whether you’re off…