BASCWales

Join BASC Wales and guest speakers on 7 May at Three Salmons Hotel in Monmouthshire for a Talking Stalking Evening. To attend you must book your place with the BASC Wales team by contacting: 💻 Wale@basc.org.uk ☎️ 0144 573029 Photo credit: Nick Lane

Read our answers to frequently asked questions about the planned lead ammunition legislation and what it means for shotgun, rifle and airgun shooters. Click here⬇️ basc.org.uk/lead-ammunitio…

Join us for a Bespoke Women's Shooting and Fishing Day at Glanusk Estate for a fun day 🎯🎣 📅 17 April 2026 Online booking: events.basc.org.uk/events/bespoke… If you have any questions about the event before booking, please contact the Wales team at: 💻Wales@basc.org.uk 📲01244 573029.

We have our winner!🏆 Congratulations to Tricymoedd Snipes Whisper Clyde, owned by Harry Lewis and Amber Williams, taking Best in Gamekeeper Classes on Gundog Day at Crufts 2026. A proud moment for Wales and the Welsh gundog community. #Crufts Read more basc.org.uk/gentle-giant-c…

Today we celebrate the achievements, creativity, and passion of the incredible women who shape our communities. From our colleagues, partners, and volunteers to women across our communities who inspire and lead the way for future generations. #IWD2026 #CelebrateWomen

Reform UK has today published its manifesto for Wales. The key points affecting shooting are: ✅ A pledge not to ban gamebirds releasing or create a licensing regime for the activity to continue ✅ A promise to review all general licence restrictions reformparty.uk/view-pdf/welsh…

Join us for a Bespoke Women's Shooting and Fishing Day at Glanusk Estate for a fun day 🎯🎣 📅 17 April 2026 Online booking: events.basc.org.uk/events/bespoke… If you have any questions about the event before booking, please contact the Wales team at: 💻Wales@basc.org.uk 📲01244 573029.

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BASC attended the CPG meeting for shooting and conservation this week and was re-elected as the secretariats. Thank you to @JamesEvansMS, @LlyrGruffyddMS and @PeterFoxMS for your support.

Introducing a new event 📢 Trap Shooting Masterclass @fauxdegla, Wrexham. Receive coaching from GB Shooter Mike Faux. The day is exclusively for 6 BASC members (must be an SGC holder) 📆9/4/26 9:45am to 3pm. Cost: Members £95. Details and booking: events.basc.org.uk/events/trap-sh…

The political party conference season has started with the Welsh Conservative conference last weekend in Llandudno. BASC are apolitical and will be attending a number of party conferences promoting sustainable shooting. #WalesPolitics #BASC #PartyConference

Skip the crowded restaurants this Valentine's Day! Instead of booking a restaurant, book an experience in your own kitchen! Stay in, turn up the music, and discover the joy of cooking side-by-side 💕 eatgame.co.uk/quick-venison-…

Join us for a fun-filled weekend at Bryngwyn Hall Summer Fayre Saturday 30th - Sunday 31st May 2026 Meet BASC Wales staff, thinking of becoming a member- join on the day or renew- we'll be there to help! Entry: £8, under 12s free. We can't wait to see you there!

Exciting news📣 We are pleased to announce the .410 World Championship is returning with a new venue and new date! The renowned championship will now be on Saturday 16 May 2026 @oakedge. Mark you calendars and stay tuned for more details!

Engaging young people is a key part of what we do. Recently, we held a session with catering students at a South Wales college, where they learned about working with game from field to fork. Read more 👉basc.org.uk/welsh-catering…

📣 Only a few spaces left on our Gunsmith event at Rural Sports, Llanfyllin. This event is for BASC members only and costs £15. Saturday 21 February Time 10am-12pm. Please email Wales@basc.org.uk or call 01244 573029 to book. events.basc.org.uk/events/morning…

A fantastic afternoon at @cssporting for BASC Wales’ 1st gunsmith event, with members learning hands-on tips for cleaning & maintaining their shotguns. Bob’s expert advice sparked great conversations and questions. Huge thanks to all who joined- more events coming soon!

The General License in Wales has remained the same as the previous year. Please refer to our web link where there is further information on each GL, protected sites, reporting and contacts should you need them. basc.org.uk/general-licenc…

Rice breast cases have been trickling in throughout the season. If you shoot ducks, please remember to keep an eye out for cysts when inspecting shot birds and report any suspected cases via our online reporting form. Report here: basc.org.uk/conservation-i…