
Act now against Welsh government gamebird release restrictions, urges BASC
BASC is urging members and the wider rural community to stand up against the Welsh government’s proposals to restrict gamebird releasing.
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Crufts may be complete for another year, but we’re delighted to share with you a selection of images from across BASC’s working gundog classes.
The title of Best in Gamekeeper Classes and winners of the Northesk Memorial Trophy for 2024 was Emma Bamford with Tweed (Nithvalley Tweet at Foxhope). A full list of this year’s Crufts winners across all classes can be found here.
Enjoy our look back at BASC’s working gundog classes at this year’s Crufts. Please note that all images are copyright Nigel Kirby Photography/BASC.

BASC is urging members and the wider rural community to stand up against the Welsh government’s proposals to restrict gamebird releasing.

Entries are now open for BASC’s working dog classes at Crufts 2025, held in the historic gamekeepers’ rings on Gundog Day, 8 March.

BASC’s Julia Newman shares her top tips for enjoying your beaters’ day this year, a highlight in the shooting calendar for all involved.