On Friday 10 May a press release was issued by the Countryside Alliance reporting on a story about the woodpigeon legislation. We maintain that the woodpigeon is an agricultural pest, and should be recognised as such. And that changing its current legal status could have negative ramifications. **UPDATE ON THE…
Every year the 1st February and the end of the game shooting season is met with deep gloom. But there are still fine sporting days to be had, and opportunities to fill the freezer with birds. Pigeons are pests and must be controlled. But they also offer some the very…
Pigeon and blue cheeses go well together and this recipe makes the combination fresh with apples and greengages
Pigeon kebabs with hare and rosemary work fabulously on a summer BBQ. Pigeon, dubbed as ‘squab’ in many restaurants is an often underrated bird. However, its rich, dark meat and gamey flavour makes it delicious when paired with hare and rosemary to create these top notch pigeon kebabs. PIGEON KEBABS…
Pigeon shooting kit to keep in the car. It might not be popular with the rest of the family, but keeping your pigeon shooting kit ready to go in the boot of the car means you can be in your hide with a freezer full of birds at your feet,…
An expert guide to pigeon shooting is particularly useful when it comes from a team that down the grey grouse in their thousands. But before the advice on telling you how to, ensure you know where to be. Our month by month pigeon shooting calendar provides a quick guide to…
This pigeon shooting calendar will help you plan your pest control. Pigeon shooting is popular all year round, although the spring months are often the best for those seeking sport after the end of the game bird season. The most important factor is knowing when to shoot pigeon, and over…
Spatchcock pigeon is a great recipe when paired with middle Eastern flavours. The pigeon pastilla (a signature dish of Fez, the religious capital of Morocco) is a great example of how the pigeon can take on spices and come out on top. And Philippa Davis’ recipe for spatchcock pigeon below…
Many experienced shots consider the pigeon to be the equal of most gamebirds, which is why we all remember the woodpigeon shot on driven days. But despite its abundance, it’s hard to make a decent bag. No matter how good your fieldcraft, pigeon are fastidious feeders and tracking them down…
Watch how the ultimate pigeon expert, Archie Coats, bagged his birds
