Drought across half of England: what it means for shooting
Seven areas are officially in drought days before the season opens. The quick read for the show community, from wildfire risk to water restrictions
Lead ammunition ban timetable confirmed: the sector picture
Defra has restated every deadline in the lead phase-out. Here is what it means across the disciplines, from the clay line to the stalking rifle, in one quick read
Sound moderator deregulation: the new rules across every discipline
Moderators are out of firearms licensing control, and the British Shooting Sports Council's legal guidance sets out who may now buy one without a certificate. A sector overview for stalkers, game and clay shooters and airgunners alike
Medical reporting duty proposed for certificate holders: the sector picture
A Government commitment to require certificate holders to tell police when they see a doctor other than their own general practitioner (GP) would touch every discipline, from game and clay to stalking and airgun shooting. Here is the sector overview
Why February sets GMK’s year in motion
The Hampshire-based distributor has exhibited at the Great British Shooting Show since its earliest days. General Manager Ali Angus explains what a successful stand looks like, why the order book has changed the calculation, and what is coming in 2027
More time to do business: the exclusive new trade privileges at The Great British Shooting Show 2027
Exclusive access before the public arrives and after they leave on Friday, a priority entrance lane, dedicated trade areas with offices and an evening of awards to finish.
Fiocchi is 150 this year – here’s why it exhibits at the Great British Shooting Show
The Italian ammunition house turns 150 this year - and its UK chief is candid about what a stand at the NEC gives a manufacturer that nothing else can.