THE BDS EAST MERCIA BRANCH
Information on the British Deer Society (BDS) East Mercia branch including events, contacts, and news.
Branch area and committee
BRANCH CONTACTS
| Chair | Chris Faircliffe | chaireastmercia@bds.org.uk |
| Vice Chair | Tommy Freimuth | |
| Secretary | Ian Pratt | eastmercia@bds.org.uk |
| Treasurer | Anthony Fraser | |
| Committee Members | Phil Eager & Charlie Harrison |
BRANCH AREAS
| Postcode | Area |
| CV | Coventry |
| LE | Leicester |
| LN | Lincoln |
| NG | Nottingham |
| NN | Northampton |
| PE | Peterborough |
EVENTS
Date
Event
Saturday 10th June 2023
Tour of Castle AShby
Saturday 15th July 2023
private guided walk around the woods of Boughton Estate
Saturday 5th August 2023
Range Day - Swayfield
Sunday 10th September 2023
Shot Site Seminar - Kettering
See the news section below for more details.
NEXT BDS NATIONAL EVENT
No upcoming events, please check back soon.
News
Private guided walk around the woods of Boughton Estate
East Mercia Branch are pleased to report that we’ve been able to secure a private guided walk around the woods of Boughton Estate, Kettering, Northants.
This is a fantastic opportunity to see beautiful native flora and fauna with the guide being one of the most experienced members of staff from that Estate. The walk is specifically designed around how deer management and forestry interact together.
It’s anticipated that this walk will take around 2 hours, and has been very well supported and received on previous occasions.
This walk will take place on Saturday the 15th of July with participants meeting at 1400hrs.
If you would like to attend please contact Ian Pratt East Mercia BDS Sec by emailing eastmercia@bds.org.uk to book a place.
Once attendance has been booked we will publish a meeting place with the postcode and what3words reference.
The priority will be given to BDS members on a first come first served basis, but non-members will also be very welcome. Numbers will be limited to 30 places.
It’s priced at £10 per adult with children under 14 being welcome and also free. Dogs are also welcome and are also free of charge, provided they are well-behaved.
We look forward to seeing you there.
STAY IN TOUCH
If your contact information has changed please make sure to let us know. To update your details simply email membership@bds.org.uk or call 01425 655434.
LATEST NEWS
Surveillance for Coronaviruses in Wildlife
The British Deer Society is asking its members and supporters to assist with a surveillance study looking into coronaviruses in wildlife. This study aims to support the development of diagnostic tests, aid future surveillance, and improve preparedness for future coronavirus outbreaks.
BDS CEO Goes Live On TalkTV To Promote Fact-led Deer Management
David Mcauley, British Deer Society (BDS) CEO went live on TalkTV and Radio at the weekend to promote the importance of having more fact-led approaches in deer management, less sensationalism in the media around total UK deer numbers and to speak up for deer welfare.
Deer Management in the UK: Sustainability Verses Eradication
Recently, we received a heartfelt letter from a dedicated member of the British Deer Society (BDS), a seasoned deer stalker with 30 years of experience who was dismayed by the indiscriminate and unsustainable shooting of roe deer around his management areas. His words shed light on the evolving challenges faced by conscientious deer managers who prioritise legal and humane practices in an environment where not all shooters share the same values.
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