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Crowds walk through a busy show hall at the Great British Shooting Show at the NEC Birmingham, with exhibitors and shooting brands on display
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Things you may not know about the Great British Shooting Show

The Great British Shooting Show, which is being held 13-15 February at the NEC Birmingham, has become such a fixture in the shooting calendar that it's easy to forget just how far this event has travelled. What began as a modest outdoor gathering has evolved into the UK's premier shooting exhibition, and behind the scenes…

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The Barrel Work of Bill Blacker & Sons

Nestled within Britain’s tight-knit gun trade is a firm that exemplifies continuity, quality and craftsmanship: Bill Blacker & Sons. Specialising in high-end barrel making, rebarrelling and complex repair work, the company is a trusted name among makers and restorers of best guns, with a customer base that spans both UK shores and international markets. At…

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Crowds visiting the Great British Shooting Show at the NEC Birmingham, viewing new firearms and equipment.
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Great British Shooting Show 2026: The trade’s essential showcase

The Great British Shooting Show (BSS) returns to the NEC Birmingham from 13–15 February 2026, reaffirming its status as the UK’s largest and most commercially important event for the shooting industry.Bringing together the full breadth of the trade – from leading manufacturers and distributors to retailers and end users – the show remains a…

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Daystate Alpha Wolf Shadow air rifle – compact bullpup design with carbon bottle and electronic control system.
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Daystate launches Alpha Wolf Shadow for UK hunting market

Daystate has expanded its Alpha Wolf line with the launch of the Shadow, a new compact variant created for the UK hunting and pest control market. The rifle combines Daystate’s proven electronic platform with a shorter, highly manoeuvrable format that promises strong appeal for both shooters and retailers.Available immediately in 12 ft/lbs .177 and…

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Simon Lee, secretary general of the National Rifle Association (NRA), speaking at the Gun Trade Association’s Annual General Meeting at Bisley, where he outlined the NRA’s priorities for supporting the shooting community.
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NRA secretary general outlines priorities at GTA AGM

Simon Lee, the recently appointed Secretary General of the National Rifle Association (NRA), addressed members of the gun trade at the Gun Trade Association’s Annual General Meeting, held at Bisley, where he set out the challenges facing the shooting community and the NRA’s response to them.Lee, who has been in post for just three…

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Logos of Viking Arms and ASE Utra, announcing new UK distribution partnership for sound moderators
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Viking Arms takes on UK distribution of ASE Utra sound moderators

Viking Arms has been appointed as the new UK distributor for ASE Utra sound moderators, with the company’s Sporting Division taking over responsibility from Jackson Rifles after 25 years.The move sees Viking Arms entrusted to market ASE Utra products across the UK shooting trade, strengthening availability and support for retailers.Sam Macarthur, managing director…

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