Shooting

Presented by Heather Trust Chair, Viv Gill:

An opportunity for a team of up to four guns to enjoy walked up Grouse shooting (up to two brace per gun) followed by a tutored session in the kitchen with Head Chef, Connor Wilson of the Kirkstyle Inn (recently voted as one of the Michelin Guide's Favourite New Restaurants in 2023). Then enjoy dinner for 4 (to include Grouse) at The Kirkstyle Inn & Sportsman’s Rest.  

The Lot includes your choice from a wonderful three-course menu showcasing Northumberland produce, with a focus on local game.  A bottle of wine chosen to perfectly pair with your Grouse will also be included in the Lot.  All other drinks to be paid for, and accommodation to be arranged and paid for separately (at either Williamston Barns or The Kirkstyle Inn).

For those who would also like to include some game fishing, an opportunity to fish along the South Tyne will also be available. (Note - the South Tyne is a spate river and as such any fishing will be available as conditions allow).

To be taken in September/October 2024 in arrangement with the donor.

Presented by Malcolm Hay:

A classic day’s rough shooting for three to four guns in the beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside, a few miles outside Huntly.

A fantastically varied bag is possible, with pheasant, partridge, grouse, snipe, duck, woodcock, hare, pigeon, and rabbit on offer. An old-fashioned mixed day of exciting, relaxed sport.

A delicious lunch will be provided for the guns in Edinglassie Lodge.

To be taken by arrangement with the donor in early / mid November 2024.

Self-catering accommodation (sleeps 4 in twin bed rooms) is included for one night, subject to availability.

Presented by The Rt Hon the Lord Gisborough:

Bid for your chance to enjoy a Saturday’s rough shooting for two guns on the Gisborough Estate. The rough shooting is part of the syndicate shoot which shoots cocks only. Dogs are welcome.

Guns must stay Friday night at the Gisborough Hall Hotel at the discounted rate of £70 per person bed & breakfast, based on two people sharing a twin or double room (an extra charge will be made if separate rooms are required).

Guests may choose to stay on for a second night at the Hotel. Originally built in 1857, Gisborough Hall Hotel opened its doors to guests in 2002 after being carefully transformed into a 71 room, luxury, 4-star hotel.

Early booking is recommended to ensure the hotel can accommodate you on the dates you wish.
To be taken during January 2025, by arrangement with the Estate’s Gamekeeper, Mark Sunley and the Gisborough Hall Hotel.

Presented by Cotswold Country Pursuits Ltd:

A day's loading with infield instruction if required. A treat for yourself or a loved one and the ideal way to quickly improve your game shooting.

The donor is based in North Yorkshire and is happy to travel up to 100 miles. If a longer distance and/or overnight accommodation are required, the cost would need to be covered by the winning bidder.

A shotgun and cartridges can be provided if required (cartridges would need to be paid for).

Date to be agreed between the donor and the winning bidder.

Presented by Meikle Logie Syndicate:

Join retired BASC Scotland Director, Dr Colin Shedden, for a day’s driven/walked-up shooting for two guns on a small syndicate shoot in Perthshire, four miles from Dunkeld.

The bag will be modest, mainly pheasant and woodcock, and there may be a duck flight in the afternoon. 

Lunch included, hosted by Dr Colin Shedden in his own home.

All dogs welcome. 

To be taken on a Saturday in November or early December.

Presented by Adrian Thornton-Berry:

Enjoy an evening duck flight for 2 guns on the Swinithwaite Estate in North Yorkshire.

Please provide your own guns.

Non toxic shot only.

To be taken in October 2024.