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Benefits of airgunning highlighted by late rock icon
Ozzy Osbourne’s passion for airgun target shooting has been showcased in two high-profile documentaries, revealing the sport’s therapeutic value
By Hollis Butler
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National Trust deploys air rifle volunteers for grey squirrel control
The National Trust’s Holnicote Estate in Somerset has implemented a new common sense approach to grey squirrel control
By Hollis Butler
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Life at the Range by Gary Chillingworth
Gary Chillingworth reports on events at the WHFTA World Championships, which celebrated its 15th year at Borders Wood.
By Hollis Butler
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Weihrauch releases limited edition HW50S to mark 75th anniversary
Weihrauch has announced a limited-edition HW 50 S air rifle to commemorate the 75th anniversary of its original HW 50 V model, which first appeared in 1950
By Hollis Butler
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Daystate launches Alpha Wolf Shadow variant
Daystate has announced the launch of the Alpha Wolf Shadow, a compact variant of its electronic air rifle line targeting the UK hunting and pest control market
By Hollis Butler
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Competitions
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Air Series entries open with fresh new format
Entries are now open for the revamped Air Series 2025/26, which ventures overseas for the first time as Round 4 heads to Jersey
By Hollis Butler
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Northern Ireland proves size doesn’t matter at WFTC 2025
The Northern Ireland Field Target Association has received international praise after hosting the 2025 World Field Target Championships
By Hollis Butler
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HFT newsLife at the range – Gary Chillingworth
Gary Chillingworth reports from UKAHFT Nationals Round 7 at Anston, where Anne Higgins secured victory in the Ladies class with a superb 55
By Hollis Butler
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Online Safety Act causes website restrictions for gun trade
Gun trade businesses are experiencing unexpected website restrictions following the latest phase of the Online Safety Act implementation
By Hollis Butler
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