Category: Tips
7 Deer Stalking Tips For Beginners
Deer stalking presents new challenges every time you hunt, so even the most experienced stalker is never truly prepared. Nevertheless, there are a few things you can do to speed up your learning and ultimately heighten your chances of bagging a stag. From wearing suitable clothing to learning how to use wind direction to your… Read more →
A Guide To The New Shooting Licenses For Wales
From October 7th, new general shooting licences will come into effect in Wales. This means the existing laws for trapping and shooting pest birds (GL001, GL002, GL003 and GL004) will no longer be valid from that date. Here’s everything you need to know about the new licenses and how you can prepare yourself for the… Read more →
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 →
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 →
