The Formula One of shooting sports?
15th May 2023
In 2021, Precision Rifle Series, an advanced long-range shooting competition originating in America was launched in the UK.
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BASC North celebrates a successful Northern Shooting Show
11th May 2023
More than 22,000 people attended this year’s event, with thousands of BASC members taking up the offer of complimentary entry.
In no particular order…
10th May 2023
A long-time pigeon shooter shares some useful tips and advice to help you improve your success when decoying woodpigeons.
Micro-regulation of shooting is impeding protected sites, says BASC
9th May 2023
BASC has criticised the current legal framework on protected sites that leaves shooting activities disproportionately restricted.
Letter to His Majesty The King
9th May 2023
Read BASC’s letter to The King, sent on behalf of all BASC members from CEO Ian Bell.
Why the ‘Keyham Test’ is so important for the future of shooting
5th May 2023
With the Home Office shortly expected to deliver a statement on firearms licensing following the conclusion of the coroner’s inquest on the Keyham shootings, BASC has devised the so-called ‘Keyham Test’ to ensure any proposals put forward will make a real difference to public safety.
Quality assurance scheme launched for wild venison
3rd May 2023
Applications opened this week for the British Quality Wild Venison (BQWV) standard, in a drive to build resilience and buyer confidence in the wild venison market.
How to make… a cold smoker
3rd May 2023
BASC member Joe Wood shares his step-by-step guide to building a simple but effective cold smoker that he now wouldn’t be without.
King Charles III: a rural stalwart
3rd May 2023
Our new King’s lifelong endeavour to improve environmental awareness has seen him work with numerous organisations.
