Events - 2026

A Taste of Game Evening, Ceredigion

Location: Bwyty Maes y Parc Coleg Ceredigion, SA43 1AB
Date / Time: 29 January 2026 at 6:00PM

We are pleased to continue strengthening our links with the grassroots of the food sector and come together to celebrate and promote the enjoyment of sustainably sourced game meats here in Ceredigion.  Read more

GWCT Staffordshire Reception at The Orangery

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Date / Time: 11 February 2026 at 6:30PM

We are pleased to welcome our guest speaker on the night, GWCT Director of Wales and CAA Drone Pilot, Lee Oliver. Enjoy our fizz reception and delicious game canapes. Hawkstone on tap at the open bar The Lounge at The Orangery. There will be a raffle on the night to raise funds for the Trust. We look forward to seeing you there!  Read more

Predation Management Training (Hampshire)

Location: Burgate Manor, Fordingbridge, SP6 1EF
Date / Time: 3 March 2026

Predation management is an important part of wildlife management in the British countryside, and over many years of research GWCT science has demonstrated the part it can play in helping conserve vulnerable species, such as ground-nesting birds. On this course, attendees will receive comprehensive training covering both the theory and practicalities of predation management including current legislation and best practice thinking. The modules are delivered with a strong emphasis on the practical application of predation management on the ground.   Read more

Predation Management Training (Leicestershire)

Location: Allerton Project Visitor Centre, Loddington, LE7 9XE
Date / Time: 12 March 2026

Predation management is an important part of wildlife management in the British countryside, and over many years of research GWCT science has demonstrated the part it can play in helping conserve vulnerable species, such as ground-nesting birds. On this course, attendees will receive comprehensive training covering both the theory and practicalities of predation management including current legislation and best practice thinking. The modules are delivered with a strong emphasis on the practical application of predation management on the ground.   Read more

Predation Management Training (Northumberland)

Location: Bywell, Northumberland
Date / Time: 17 March 2026

Predation management is an important part of wildlife management in the British countryside, and over many years of research GWCT science has demonstrated the part it can play in helping conserve vulnerable species, such as ground-nesting birds. On this course, attendees will receive comprehensive training covering both the theory and practicalities of predation management including current legislation and best practice thinking. The modules are delivered with a strong emphasis on the practical application of predation management on the ground.   Read more

One-Day Part-Time Keepers Course (Hampshire)

Location: Burgate Manor, Fordingbridge, Hampshire
Date / Time: 26 March 2026

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BASIS Certificate in Lowland Game Management (Hampshire)

Location: Burgate Manor, Fordingbridge, SP6 1EF
Date / Time: 13 April 2026 to 15 April 2026

This course is aimed at all individuals who have responsibility for managing a shoot, including head keepers, singlehanded keepers, estate managers, land agents, landowners, shoot managers and shoot captains. It is a three-day course.  Read more

BASIS Certificate in Game Management (Northumberland)

Location: Bywell Office, GWCT, Stockwell, Northumberland
Date / Time: 27 April 2026 to 29 April 2026

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Snilesworth Charity Clay Day

Location: The Snilesworth Estate
Date: 6 June 2026 Time: 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Join us for a superb day of shooting and hospitality on Saturday 6th June 2026, kindly hosted on the beautiful Snilesworth Estate. Teams of four guns are invited to take part in an exciting course of six varied stands set across the estate’s stunning grounds.  Read more