Category: Tips
Gunplan’s Beginners Shooting Guide
If you’re stepping into the world of shooting, you might feel a little daunted by it all. This is understandable as there are many different types of shooting, all with their own set of dress code, rules and traditions. Luckily, we have you covered. Below is a rundown of the different types of shooting and… Read more →
7 Shotgun Maintenance Tips You Need to Know
Whether your target is a pheasant, grouse, or clays – your shotgun is by far your most important piece of equipment. To keep any shotgun working at its best, it needs to be maintained and cared for regularly – especially if you are storing it during the off-season. To help, we’ve got 7 shotgun maintenance… Read more →
Smoking Meat: Everything you Need to Know
The only thing better than being on a shoot all day is bringing back your fresh catch for a rewarding meal. But a decision still remains… how do you cook it? We think you’d struggle to find a cooking method more satisfying than smoking – it’s healthier for a start, let alone the wonderful taste… Read more →
The Benefits of Shooting in a Syndicate
Up and down the country, syndicate shoots are run by teams of committed men and women who are united in their passion for shooting. Apart from coming together with other shooters, what other benefits are there to shooting in a syndicate? 1. The social factor The first advantage that likely springs to mind is how… Read more →
Gunplan’s Guide to Going on a Festive Shoot
All over the country, shooters will be enjoying shoots over the festive period. Although no game shooting takes place on Christmas Day itself, Boxing Day shoots are a chance to spend the day enjoying the countryside with your closest friends and family. So, if you’re going out on Boxing Day – or on any festive… Read more →
The Best Shooting Christmas Gifts
Stuck on gifts to get a fellow shooter this Christmas? Maybe you thought you deserved a shooting Christmas gift from yourself? Don’t worry – Gunplan have got you covered with our ultimate list of the best shooting Christmas gifts (don’t worry there’s not a pair of socks in sight!). 1. Cartridge Vacuum Flask Shooting is thirsty… Read more →
Are You Over-Insured For Shooting?
According to recent estimates, over 200,000 uninsured shooters shoot regularly in the UK. It’s a big issue, and extremely unfair on those sensible shooters who always have their confirmation card with them to protect themselves, others and their equipment from an unexpected accident. However, there is a growing issue for sensible shooters too – being… Read more →
Gunplan’s Shooting Insurance: Totally Tailored Cover
From cars to clothes, there’s nothing better than customising every aspect of something vitally important to you, and why should shooting insurance be any different? One of the biggest complaints we hear about shooting organisations like BASC and Countryside Alliance is how restrictive they are. There’s only one bundle to choose from, and while some… Read more →
Cleaning Your Shotgun: A Step-By-Step Guide
For all shooters, whether your target is pheasants, grouse or clays – your shotgun is by far the most important piece of equipment. To keep any shotgun working at maximum effectiveness, it needs to be cleaned and maintained regularly – especially if you’re storing it for a few weeks over the winter. To help, we’ve… Read more →
5 of the UK’s Top Shooting Hotels
Filtering through endless amounts of hotels to find the best one for you and your love of shooting can be a very tedious task. Luckily, here at Gunplan, we’ve done the hard work for you. So, sit back, relax, and have a read of our pick of the top UK shooting hotels. 1. Tarr Farm Inn,… Read more →