Blogs

Following an online hiatus, last week saw the return of the GWCT’s Game Conference for the first time since 2019. A highly anticipated event, delegates travelled to Shrewsbury from all corners of the United Kingdom to learn about the latest developments in game management research and policy work.

Valuation days are a great opportunity for those interested in firearms, whether you're a seasoned collector or a novice enthusiast. It's a chance to learn more about your firearm, its history and current market value from knowledgeable professionals in the field. 

The PhD research project conducted by Jessica Marsh at the GWCT, in conjunction with Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), has shown that high coverage of water crowfoot is associated with more and better-growing young salmon.

We’re pleased to announce a new partnership with the leading national outdoor retailer Farlows.

Can you beat Olympic Bronze Medallist at Trap Shooting, Matt Coward-Holley at our London Clay Day on 8^th June at the Holland & Holland Shooting Grounds?

At the beginning of this week Natural Resources Wales, on behalf of Welsh Government, launched their 12-week public consultation on their proposals to license gamebird releasing in Wales. It is absolutely critical that everyone with an interest in shooting in Wales, whether from Wales or not, respond, offering constructive and considered responses. The number and quality of responses will be incredibly important, so please share the links with others and encourage them to respond. 

Last week, applications opened for the 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier scheme, providing grants to farmers and land managers to improve the wildlife potential of their land and enhance their natural capital. The scheme supports a range of enhanced environmental outcomes from restoring wildlife habitats and creating woodlands, to managing flood risk.

Please come and join us for the GWCT Summer Dinner on Thursday 6th July at the Cavalry & Guards Club.

The GWCT Shop brings you high-quality, ethically sourced products designed specifically for use in the countryside. Check out our three latest products which are selling fast.

On Monday 27th March Natural Resources Wales (NRW), on behalf of Welsh Government, launched a 12-week public consultation on their proposals to licence gamebird releasing in Wales. They propose to move pheasant and red-legged partridge onto Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 which would make it illegal to release these gamebirds except under licence.