Scotland epitomises the ultimate sporting getaway. Ask any sportsman across the globe and I imagine Scotland will rank highly on their wish list of go-to locations — and rightly so. Over the decades it has established a reputation for offering a friendly welcome to those sportsmen and women making the…
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All day airgun action with the new ZEISS Conquest V4
More and more of us are thinking about sustainability when we make purchases these days and we’re also looking to make purchases for longevity of use. Such requirements are exemplified by the ZEISS Conquest V4. Something that probably comes as no surprise. After all, the precision of German manufacturing is…
Dog’s dinner: how to serve up the right meals for your dog
When I was but a wee boy, I was routinely carted off to watch my big sister trotting round a field on a fat pony. Proceedings began and ended in the stable yard that adjoined a big old house in the vicinity. Besides the loose boxes containing sundry sleek hunters…
Virbac: A kinder option and reversible solution to castration
Neutering is one of the most important decisions an owner can make regarding their dog’s health. As well as preventing unintended mating, neutering can be beneficial in preventing specific hormone (testosterone) related diseases and can help in the management of some behavioural issues. In the UK, surgical neutering – or…
B525 Game Laminated: Stand out for more than just your skill
The B525 Sporter Laminated created a buzz when it was launched. At the time, we took the bold step of bringing out a shotgun with a laminated wood stock, a material that had traditionally been the preserve of rifles. Such a choice has multiple benefits, from its resilience in harsh…
Win a roe deer stalking experience in Scotland
Scotland is renowned internationally as a unique sporting destination that offers visitors outstanding fur, feather, and fin sporting experiences amongst dramatic and unparalleled landscapes. Search through over 100 sporting providers offering all country sports in Scotland from game shooting to deer stalking, fishing, and sport friendly accommodation. We operate on…
Do different dog breeds need different food?
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps was reputed to be eating around 12,000 calories a day when training for the Beijing Olympics in 2008. But in an interview he quashed that rumour, saying that nobody could really eat that much and that in his prime he was probably really eating 8000 calories…
How keepering kit has improved
In rural pubs across the country — the ones that are still open at least — you’ll always find some old boy who’ll tell you life was much better in years gone by. Old keepers often express similar sentiments. I’m not sure, though. I think keepering kit has vastly improved.…
ZEISS Conquest V4 – a great match for high-performance airguns
It never fails to amaze me how many airgun shooters are prepared to spend serious money on high-end airguns and then try to cut corners when it comes to buying a telescopic sight. The only way to fully exploit the accuracy potential of a precision air rifle is to pair…
Set to be a smashing weekend with R&B Sporting!
Leading Herefordshire Gun Shop R&B Sporting will be hosting their much anticipated annual Open Weekend on Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th June at South Worcester Shooting Ground. Entry is FREE. And everyone is welcome! As always there will be a HUGE range of shotguns and plenty of demo guns from…
Feeding puppies
One of the most confusing issues when bringing home a new gundog puppy is what to feed and how often to feed the new arrival, but in truth to ensure a healthy strong pup proper feeding should have started weeks before the little ones even take their first breath. Energy…
What gas brooder do I need for rearing young chicks?
To determine what kind of brooder is best firstly determine how many birds you will be rearing. Secondly decide what brooder housing will be used. A brooder house doesn’t have to be all singing and dancing or purpose built. But the conditions inside the building are vital. What is the…
Gamekeeping: how it can protect its future
When I left college, I was full of hope for the future of gamekeeping and my own place within the industry. I’ve become slightly jaded since then, but I do still have hope for the future of the gamekeeper in Britain, though our jobs may end up looking a wee…
How to create an ideal pheasant drive
Tree planting is one of the Government’s key measures to achieve carbon net zero in the UK by 2030. This sounds as if it is great news for the pheasant. Our most popular gamebird is, after all, a creature of the woods. (Read more about the different types of pheasant…
See the field like never before with thermal technology from ATN Fieldsports
The hunter of 50 years ago would be astounded at the technology the modern stalker has at his or her disposal. Whilst optics have been a part of the hunter’s kit for over a century, today’s thermal technology has changed the landscape forever. Thermal rifle scopes and binoculars allow the…
The Collins Nets 2022 Game & Poultry Catalogue is out now
Collins Nets has been supplying the game farming industry for over 30 years. The Collins brothers had already been manufacturing a selection of bespoke nets for the inshore fish farming industry for over five years prior to that. Initially large mesh knotted nets were manufactured to protect fish farms, lakes…
Ruger rifles – future proof classics
The legendary 10/22 rimfire rifle When Ruger launched its new 10/22 rimfire semi-automatic rifle to the American market back in 1964, its popularity surpassed the company’s wildest dreams. As a result of the brand’s success Ruger became a publicly listed company in 1969. In 1978, 14 years after its launch,…
Browning B525 Exquisite : deep engravings and fancy woods
Jewellery and gun making have more in common than you might imagine. Just look at the B525 Exquisite and you’ll see that. The finesse and depth of its engraving give this gun a unique character. The engraving covers not only the action frame but also the trigger guard, in an…
Gamekeepers get the grip with General Tire
One of the less obvious skills associated with gamekeeping is the ability to drive all kinds of vehicles to complete the day-to-day tasks of the job. It is therefore not uncommon for them to be expected to operate 4x4s, pick-up trucks or ATVs when working on estates. The work of…
The new HAENEL NXT – the first-ever ethical hunting rifle
Everybody involved in shooting and fieldsports needs to do their utmost to show their sport in the best possible light. When it comes to stalking, stalkers exhibit their responsible and principled behaviour in a number of different ways. By ensuring that the quarry is within range of a humane, first…