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Welcome to the legislation page of Airgun World, your essential guide to understanding the legal landscape surrounding airgun ownership and use in the UK. Navigating airgun laws can be complex, with regulations varying across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Our comprehensive resource provides clear and concise information on age restrictions, power limits, and safe storage practices to ensure responsible shooting.

Whether you’re a seasoned airgun enthusiast or a newcomer to the sport, staying informed about the legal requirements is crucial for enjoying your airgun experience safely and responsibly.

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Do you need a licence for an air rifle?

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Tel’ the Teacher – To shoot, or not to shoot? That is the question

Long-term reader, Bradley Timmett, is ‘plagued by pigeons’. He has the skill and the hardware to tackle the problem, but his priority, quite rightly, is to remain on the right side of the law. Her...

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Old Dogs … New Tricks

Have you checked your shooting technique lately? TERRY DOE believes it’s time you did

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Children Of Technology

Could we still hunt effectively without the hi-tech hardware? Terry conducts a heartfelt examination

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Getting it right

Gary Chillingworth is talking about various shooting positions for HFT

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TEL’ THE TEACHER

Terry advises on the essential need for cleanliness with your PCPs

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Pre-Charged Pneumatic MOT!

Tim Finley explains how to check for obvious problems on a PCP rifle that might affect your accuracy if your pellets are suddenly flying off-course.

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Watch: how to get the most from your scope & reticle

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Watch: How to mount and set-up a riflescope

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Hot to: use a chronograph to improve your shooting

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