Shooting Seasons in the UK
Shooting sports have a rich tradition in the United Kingdom, with enthusiasts and participants eagerly awaiting the various shooting seasons that are observed across the country. These UK Hunting seasons are carefully regulated to ensure the sustainable management of wildlife populations and to maintain the balance of ecosystems. The tables below provide an overview of shooting seasons in the UK, categorised by country.
With regulations in place, enthusiasts can engage in these pursuits while contributing to the preservation of the natural environment. As the UK continues to uphold its shooting heritage, it does so with a firm commitment to maintaining the delicate balance between human activity and nature's ecosystems.
Deer Stalking - Scotland
July 1st – October 20th
October 21st – February 15th
July 1st – October 20th
October 21st – February 15th
August 1st – April 30th
October 21st – February 15th
April 1st – October 20th
October 21st – March 31st
Deer Stalking - England & Wales
August 1st – April 30th
November 1st – March 31st
April 1st – October 31st
November 1st – March 31st
November 1st – March 31st
No close season
Game Birds (England, Wales & Scotland)
August 12th – December 10th
September 1st – February 1st
October 1st – February 1st
September 1st – January 31st
October 1st – January 31st
August 12th – January 31st
September 1st – January 31st
September 1st – February 20th
Game Birds (Republic of Ireland)
1 September – 30 September
Nov 1 – Jan 31
Nov 1 – Jan 31 (Cocks only)
Nov 1 – Jan 31
Sep 1 – Jan 31
Sep 1 – Jan 31
Sep 1 – Oct 15
Sep 1 – Oct 15
Nov 1 – Jan 31 + crop protection all year