stalking Archives - The British Deer Society

60th Anniversary Charity Auction May 2023

Our 60 for 60 charity auction opens for pre-bidding viewing

Ask BDS – Is it legal to shoot deer?

The British Deer Society is regularly contacted by concerned members of the public who have observed activity related to deer management taking place. While fully appreciating their concerns we recognise that, provided it is carried out with the permission of the landowner or their representative, culling may be conducted provided that a comprehensive range of legal requirements are observed.

Charity Summer Auction Summer 2022

Bidding will open at 12 pm on Monday the 13th

Rural Women – Rhian’s Story

Rhian Tyne is a 19-year-old lady deer stalker and BDS youth ambassador. She has a determination and passion for deer management that is truly impressive and a love for the countryside that is infectious.

Find out more about her experiences in her story.

New Vision For Community Deer Management in Scotland

A new vision for deer management in Scotland that will place communities at the centre of efforts to manage deer on publicly owned land. has been unveiled by a partnership of eleven leading deer management stakeholders.

Advice on Lead-Free Ammunition

Many stalkers who shoot higher numbers of deer and rely on an outlet for carcases have just three months to source and test a viable lead-free alternative,

FAC and Health – NE England Branch Zoom Event

How does the firearm application and renewal process work? What

BDS (Sales & Services) Ltd Recreational Deerstalkers Field Sports Liability Insurance

The British Deer Society has taken the decision to discontinue offering its BDS RD Field Sports Public Liability insurance package.

Changes to DSC1 and DSC2

Information has recently been shared relating to changes to DSC1 and DSC2 made by Deer Management Qualifications (DMQ).. These changes come into effect on April the 1st.