Shooting Times & Country
Roaring stags in the red-hot sun
Not many would associate Australia with red stags, but stalking this species down under is a rich experience, says Thomas Nissen
4 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Going after a piggy in the city
Al Gabriel heads along to The West London Shooting School to learn to take on driven wild boar
4 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
JOTTINGS FOR WILDFOWLERS
Due to some thieves, Simon Garnham says goodbye to an old friend that served him well, but thanks to Scout he welcomes 10 new ones
3 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Stalking Diary
Catastrophic recent events in the Scottish Highlands have inspired Davy Thomas to raise funds for the Gamekeepers Welfare Trust
2 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Gamekeeper
With wild bird chicks still coming through, it's up to us to protect them from predation, writes Alan Edwards after a trip to the Borders
2 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Buying time for poults to thrive
As we all know the loss of poults on small shoots can be a real frustration, so protecting against raptor attacks is time well spent, says Liam Bell
4 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
When our sport took off
Not all that long ago, shooting sitting ducks and roosting pheasants was the order of the day, so what changed, wonders Ian Saberton
4 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
In Walton's footsteps
The first day of the coarse fishing season sees Richard Negus try his luck on the old River Lea, where England's greatest angler once stood
5 min |
July 05, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Catching the culprit
A chance encounter while stalking provides an opportunity to outsmart some always-impressive creatures
5 min |
June 28, 2023
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Very British hunting blinds
Grouse butts, smart and simple, are part of our sporting heritage, says Patrick Laurie, but in lots of places only ghost butts now remain
5 min |
June 28, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Getting the most bang for your buck
Reliable shotguns don't have to break the bank, as Jonny Carter discovers when he tests five very versatile guns worth under £3,000
6 min |
June 28, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Bagging bunnies for the barbecue
For just £40, Will Martin manages to buy an evening of rabbit shooting, but will he manage to shoot £40-worth of rabbits?
5 min |
June 28, 2023
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It's one skill that's not to be sniffed at
Ellena Swift explores the value of different breeds' scenting ability and how to ensure you get the most from your dog's nose
5 min |
June 28, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
For roe or Reynard
Graham Downing braves the 'lazy winds' of Suffolk, hoping to protect the area's thriving flora and fauna from destruction by deer or predator
5 min |
June 28, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
A time of pure exploration
Charles Hartley explores the fascinating history of the safari through its weapons
5 min |
June 28, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Under the eastern sky
In our series on the history of sporting counties, Richard Negus looks at East Anglia
5 min |
June 28, 2023
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A stress-free situation
Shooting over lucerne reminds Tom Payne just what a privilege pigeon control can be
5 min |
June 28, 2023
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Back on the bunnies
Rabbits are making a welcome return on Mat Manning's patch, and in some cases are doing a little too well
5 min |
June 28, 2023
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Sporting feast on the river
After a morning controlling marauding pigeons on the allotment, a few trout are just the ticket for a top-notch barbecue banquet
5 min |
June 21, 2023
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Last call for the uplands?
Simon Reinhold attends a seminar on grouse moors, where the guests are varied, from well-known Shots to keen rewilders
5 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Living life on the edge
The steep-sided Himalayan uplands provide a spectacular backdrop for stalking Pakistan's wellmanaged ibex population, but it's not a journey to be undertaken lightly, recalls Thomas Nissen
6 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Dependable airguns at the right price
Mat Manning rounds up a selection of sub-£600 air rifles that are up to the task of tackling live quarry
5 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Is it looking up for rough shooting?
Richard Negus asks what the new Environmental Land Management schemes mean for wild game
4 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
The hair of the dog
While different breeds will require varying levels of maintenance, a groomer is certainly a boon for spaniel owners
3 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Game, sett and match
Soldier Palmer considers the conundrum that badgers pose for conservationists
5 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Lead shot could be banned in the autumn of this year
After much debate, and a voluntary move away from lead ammunition by shooters, an all-out ban could be in place by the close of 2023
1 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
Trophy Bill in Lords but a glimmer of hope
A three-year 'impact report' on trophy hunting may highlight the vital role it plays in nurturing some of the world's most endangered species
1 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
The new kid on the block
Simon Whitehead looks to the future and begins his training journey with Truffle, a slightly unusual addition to his slick team
4 min |
June 21, 2023
Shooting Times & Country
A rare breed with plenty of character
Everyone is excited for a Styrian coarsehaired hound to join the mix, but the training is slow-going until Cora discovers her nose at last
3 min |
June 21, 2023
The Field
Delicacies from the deep
Whether it is a bumper bag of prawns foraged from a summer rock pool or a hard-fighting bass played to perfection, the fruits of the ocean never fail to delight Neil and Serena Cross
3 min |