THE BDS YORKSHIRE BRANCH
Information on the British Deer Society (BDS) Yorkshire branch including events, news, and contacts.
BRANCH AREA AND COMMITTEE
BRANCH CONTACTS
| Chair | Morris Charlton | chairyorkshire@bds.org.uk |
| Secretary | Darren Harford | yorkshire@bds.org.uk |
| Branch Comms | Simon Turpin | yorkshire@bds.org.uk |
| Treasurer | Andrew Gardner | |
| Training Officer | Ronnie Christie |
Committee Members:
Tony Charlton,
Jeff Gibson,
Kev Heppell,
Ross Cook,
Craig McNeil,
Simon Crook,
Robin Ludlow,
Roy Clarke,
Ian Donaldson.
BRANCH AREAS
| Postcode | Area |
| BD | Bradford |
| DN | Doncaster |
| HD | Huddersfield |
| HG | Harrowgate |
| HU | Hull |
| HX | Halifax |
| LS | Leeds |
| S | Sheffield |
| WF | Wakefield |
| YO | York |
EVENTS
Date
EVENT
Tue, 9 Jul 2024 – Fri, 12 Jul 2024
The Great Yorkshire Show
24th Aug 2024
Head Prep - Tadcaster
Saturday 26th October
Basic Butchery demonstration
See the news section below for more details.
NEXT BDS NATIONAL EVENT
No upcoming events, please check back soon.
NEWS
Branch AGM
We are planning to hold an AGM on the 23rd of February 2023 at 19.30 hrs at Askham Bryan College postcode YO23 3FR
The following agenda will be addressed.
Agenda
- Minutes of last AGM
- Chair report
- Treasurers report
- Resignation of existing committee
- Appointment of the temporary chair
- Nominations or Officers and Branch committee
- Any Other Business
I hope to see you all 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
From Local Action to National Impact: Reducing Deer Suffering After Road Collisions
After 15 years of dedicated work by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary (HIOWC), together with essential support from Dorothy Ireland, Tony Lowry, and numerous volunteers from The British Deer Society (BDS) plus expert deer managers in Hampshire and surrounding counties, we are delighted to see the HIOWC Humane Animal Dispatch (HAD) volunteer scheme poised for a national rollout.
Support BDS and Help Protect Deer and Their Habitats
Discover how the British Deer Society is working to protect deer, their habitats, and promote sustainable wildlife management. Learn about our mission, vision, and how you can support deer welfare through education, research, and donations. Join us in making a difference for deer and the environment.
The Role of Deer Management in Conservation in the UK
Deer management plays a crucial role in supporting conservation efforts across the UK, helping to restore habitats, preserve biodiversity, and address the challenges posed by rising deer populations. This article explores the importance of balancing deer numbers with ecosystem health, highlighting the impact of culling, stakeholder collaboration, and holistic management strategies.
