If you love the countryside you’ll know that from the 20-22 July, Belvoir Castle is the place to be.
We’ll be out in force at the CLA Game Fair at Belvoir Castle – see you there!If you love the countryside you’ll know that from the 20-22 July, Belvoir Castle is the place to be. Home to the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, Belvoir is set in magnificent countryside and will provide a breathtaking backdrop to the 2012 CLA Game Fair.The three-day event is set to attract some 150,000 visitors from the UK, Europe and beyond, making it the biggest event on the country calendar. Find out about hawkingThere is, quite literally, something for everyone. So whether you are a keen shot, a fanatic angler, a gundog enthusiast, a deer manager, a sculptor, a foodie or just keen on your retail therapy, the CLA will have plenty to satisfy your urges. Pretty much every aspect of the British countryside and the rural way of life is represented in fine style. Get involved with a plethora of have-a-go opportunties, from gundog scurries to clay shooting. Learn from the best as leading experts give talks and demonstrations… you can even compete at the highest level in front of the huge crowds. "We always love catching up with our readers – come and find us!"Or, just take a leisurely stroll around the beautiful grounds, soak up the atmosphere and sample the traditional crafts or partake of the UK’s finest delicacies. But whatever you do, make sure you have a great time – and don’t forget to come and say hello!Belvoir Castle is hosting this year’s CLAMeet the team: We always love catching up with our readers so come and find us on the Sporting Shooter stand on Gunmakers Row. We will have a number of our expert contributors on hand, including Andy Crow, Roy Lupton, Don Brunt and Jonny Crockett, not to mention some awesome competitions and money-saving offers. Guns galore: Gunmakers Row will be demonstrating all of the latest shotguns and rifles from the most famous names in the shooting world. Choose from the latest launches from Browning and Beretta or check out vintage guns from the likes of Purdey, Woodward and Boss. If airguns are your thing, why not try the latest offerings on the range opposite the manufacturer stands.
Outfox Clothing debut: Never again worry about deer winding you, thanks to the innovative new Dynamic hunting suit from Outfox. Premium top quality deerstalking outfit manufactured by Sch�ffel with a special scent-reducing Ergotan filter. See it for the first time in the UK on the Team Wild Outfitters stand on Gunmakers Row. This will be the next BIG thing in stalking! RRP �519. NEW! The Lodge VIP ExperienceThe new Game Fair Lodge allows you to retreat from the crowds, meet friends and be entertained. It is located within a unique two-tier structure and is situated next to the main arena with its own private lawn, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action. All menus will be designed by Fellow Master Chef of Great Britain and former Michelin Star chef Steven Saunders.Price includes:• Special parking area• Chauffeur driven Range Rover in to The Lodge (if required)• Show programme• Private shopper service available• Access to members’ enclosure• All day access to The Lodge with balcony overlooking main arena and lawnFriday�99+VAT per person all day, no catering. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea can be purchased as extras.�159+VAT per person all day, full catering and complimentary drinks.Saturday and Sunday�89+VAT per person all day, no catering. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea can be purchased as extras.�149+VAT per person all day, full catering and complimentary drinks.Please telephone 0845 6122 052 for further information and catering options. Amazing art: There is always an embarrassment of riches for art lovers at the CLA, never more ably demonstrated than by the ‘Game On’ exhibition by the internationally acclaimed and collected artist John Trickett on the Sally Mitchell Fine Arts Stand. Described by a major sporting publication as “The finest painter of black labradors in the world,” this exhibition includes approximately 30 oil paintings on display, ranging from a number of delightful small game bird and dog studies right up to the more intricate action scenes such as the stunning ‘A Running Flush’ where we see a black and white springer flushing an English partridge. Visit sallymitchell.com BASC and Rivers West launch shooting clothing collection: BASC has joined forces with Rivers West to launch a new range of range of waterproof and windproof game shooting clothing from their award winning waterproof fleece design. The collection includes a traditional shooting jacket, shooting coat, waistcoat, breeks and flat cap. Most of the collection is fully lined, incorporates brass zippers and snaps, and comes with suede shoulders and trim. It will be available for people to view on the BASC stand and purchase at selected retailers at the game fair, and five per cent of the trade price of the new Heritage Collection will be donated to BASC’s youth appeal.Cutting edge: There are lots of shooting accessories to whet your appetite and we will be seeking out the new additions from Gerber knives. Gerber products will be available to buy on more stands than ever, right across the feature areas of the show, and including products from the new Myth Hunting range, Gerber Essentials and the famous Gerber Bear Grylls Survival Series. "Almost every aspect of the British countryside and the rural way of life is represented in fine style"
State-of-the-art and classic guns are available
World of Fishing: If you enjoy getting your rod out from time to time then you’ll love the World of Fishing. From fly-casting demos and talks from the nation’s leading experts to a vast array of fishing tackle on sale, it’s guaranteed to appeal to maggotdrowners, minnow-botherers and puddlewhippers alike! Get some casting tuition in the World of Fishing
Delicious food: Showcasing local foods and top-quality British game cookery will make the CLA Game Fair a foodie’s delight. Chefs such as Mike Robinson and our own Mark Gilchrist will be on hand with demos, and there will be plenty of specialist producers offering mouth-watering treats for the discerning palate. Gundogs: If you like working dogs there is bound to be something for you here, from top level international competitions to spaniel and retriever demos – there are even have-a-go scurries and working tests if you have brought your pooch along. There are top-level gundog competitions to enjoyClay shooting: The Clay Line offers a great selection of daily competitions, demonstrations and have -a- go events. The legendary John Bidwell of High Lodge Shooting will be on hand so make sure you check out his astonishing hip-shooting display.Clay competitions are just some of the fair’s events
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