The annual Charity Clay Shoot at Warter Priory Estate in East Yorkshire has raised an incredible £135,000 for the UK's leading wildlife research charity the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT). The money will go towards the vital scientific research carried out by the GWCT to enhance the British countryside for public benefit.
More than 80 teams - over 600 people – attended over two days, to enjoy clay pigeon shooting over a range of challenging simulated targets set by Warter Priory Head Keeper Frank Croft. A champagne reception and lunch were followed by prize-giving to the winning teams, generously sponsored by Carter’s Countrywear, Croots, John Naylor artist, Teague Chokes and Browning. An auction by Scott Ruck raised over £61,000.
The festivities were rounded off with the Bushbeater’s Ball on the evening of Saturday 21 May, masterminded by Dorothy Brighton.
Dorothy Brighton said, “We had three really good days. The Ball was brilliant, and all the guests really enjoyed themselves.”
The GWCT regional organiser for the North East of England, Sophie Dingwall, said, "The GWCT is immensely grateful for this incredibly generous donation from Warter Priory, which will go a long way to supporting the scientists that carry out the invaluable work that underpins the credibility of the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust and the future of our countryside”.
Sophie added, “A big thank you to everyone involved at Warter Priory and to all those who supported the clay shoot and Bushbeater’s Ball, including headline sponsor GSC Grays and stand sponsors Hull Cartridge Ltd, Wilfred Scrutons Ltd, McClarrons.”
For more information about the GWCT please visit gwct.org.uk .
To learn more about forthcoming GWCT events in the North East, please contact Sophie Dingwall by email at sdingwall@gwct.org.uk or phone on 07925 597676.
2023 Warter Priory Charity Clay Shoot, 18, 19 and 20 May 2023:
To reserve a team, book a table, donate an auction prize or be involved as a sponsor, please contact Amy Willcock on 07398 864764 or amy@warterpriory.com. The 2023 event will be held in support of Parkinson’s.
Notes to editors
The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust – providing research-led conservation for a thriving countryside. The GWCT is an independent wildlife conservation charity which has carried out scientific research into Britain’s game and wildlife since the 1930s. We advise farmers and landowners on improving wildlife habitats. We employ 22 post-doctoral scientists and 50 other research staff with expertise in areas such as birds, insects, mammals, farming, fish and statistics. We undertake our own research as well as projects funded by contract and grant-aid from Government and private bodies. The Trust is also responsible for a number of Government Biodiversity Action Plan species and is lead partner for grey partridge and joint lead partner for brown hare and black grouse.
For information, contact:
Eleanor Williams
Telephone: 07592 025476
Email: press@gwct.org.uk