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Britain’s shooting scene is among the most diverse in the world. From formal driven days and walked-up shooting over dogs to pigeon control, wildfowling and competitive clays, there is a discipline for every taste – and Sporting Gun covers all of it.
Since 1978, we have been the trusted voice of the UK shooting community, bringing readers the knowledge, passion and expertise that defines the sport. Our monthly magazine and website deliver gun and cartridge reviews, gundog training, technique advice, industry news and the stories and characters that make British shooting what it is.
Every issue of Sporting Gun is guest edited by a leading name from the shooting world. Past guest editors include world clay shooting champion George Digweed MBE, pigeon shooting legend Andy Crow and top shot Phil Gray – bringing unrivalled first-hand expertise directly to our readers.
Leading monthly publication
Sporting Gun is the essential magazine for clay, game and rough shooters, offering comprehensive coverage of shooting sports since 1978. With 12 issues per year, the magazine provides practical advice, expert techniques, and in-depth reviews to help shooters of all levels enhance their skills.
Expert-driven content
The magazine features a diverse range of content including gundog training, pigeon shooting, game shooting, wildfowling, and comprehensive equipment reviews. With a readership of 93% male shooters and an average age of 59, Sporting Gun delivers tailored, high-quality content that resonates with experienced shooting enthusiasts.
Significant reach
Beyond print, Sporting Gun maintains a strong digital presence with 37,000 Facebook followers, 38,000 YouTube subscribers, and a dedicated online platform. The magazine covers everything from shooting techniques and equipment reviews to conservation efforts, making it an indispensable resource for anyone invested in shooting sports.
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Sporting Gun has been the trusted voice of the shooting community since 1978, and a subscription is the best way to make sure you never miss a word of it.
For just £3.75 an issue – 46% less than the newsstand price – you’ll receive Britain’s leading shooting magazine delivered to your door before it hits the shelves. Every issue is packed with expert gundog training advice, in-depth shotgun and cartridge reviews, technique features from professional shots, pigeon and wildfowling coverage and the people and stories that define the sport.
In a world of endless scrolling, a magazine is something different – a moment to slow down, read properly and absorb knowledge that makes you a better shot. Back issues become a reference library worth keeping.
