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WHAT WE DO

The British Deer Society [BDS] is a charity that operates throughout the UK dedicated to educating and inspiring everyone about deer.

Through our education and research, we raise awareness about wild deer and the issues surrounding them. We provide training to actively ensure deer can be managed humanely and safely to the very highest of standards.

We want to ensure wild deer in the UK are respected and valued while being kept healthy and at sustainable numbers, so they can benefit biodiversity and the wider environment. 

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BDS is a charity that operates throughout the UK dedicated to educating and inspiring everyone about deer and the environments they live in.
BDS aims to provide a range of opportunities for people to discover more about wild deer in the UK, to encourage an understanding and appreciation of them and their place within our natural landscape
The British Deer Society remains at the forefront of training initiatives and course development and delivery throughout Great Britain and Northern Ireland. 
The British Deer Society remains at the forefront of training initiatives and course development and delivery throughout Great Britain and Northern Ireland. 
Our website includes a stunning selection of deer images – mostly taken by BDS members and others provided by kind permission of their owners for educational use. We have annual photography competitions which are free to enter.

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The British Deer Society - Official

The only charity dedicated to UK wild deer, working to educate and inspire everyone about deer in their environment and to advocate for deer welfare.
The British Deer Society - Official
The British Deer Society - Official1 Day ago
🎄 Looking for fun, festive activities for the family? 🎄
Get creative with our free, deer-themed resources! From crafts to baking and games, we've got everything you need to keep the young ones entertained this Christmas. 🦌
Download your Key Stage 1, 2, or 3 factsheets and enjoy a season full of learning and fun with your family.
👉 https://bds.org.uk/information-advice/resources/festive-free-deer-themed-fun/
#DeerFun #FamilyActivities #ChristmasCrafts #Deer #FestiveFun #ChristmasActivities #FamilyFun #KidsLearning #FamilyTime #HolidayCrafts #CreativeKids #SeasonalActivities #DeerThemed
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The British Deer Society - Official2 days ago
🦌📸 It’s #DeerPhotographyFriday

This week’s spotlight is Becher's Brook? by Deborah Heath.
Deborah shares: "As I stalked down the hedge line, this family of Roe suddenly dashed out in front of me and took the huge hedge at full tilt! I just had time for a couple of pictures as they leaped, before they disappeared into the next field. They were some distance from me, but seeing them leap such a huge hedge was amazing!"

#DeerPhotography #WildlifePhotography #NaturePhotography #RoeDeer #NatureCaptures

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