BASC media
BASC’s media team are responsible for representing shooting and the organisation to the press. We also work to inform, educate and entertain BASC members and non-members through a range of channels.
What we do
Our media team work alongside BASC regional representatives and subject-matter experts to provide informed commentary and interviews on key issues, for both national and local media outlets.
Find out more about what we do below and how we are constantly striving to support shooting, our members and the rural communities by giving them a voice.
If you have a story or potential feature, please email media@basc.org.uk – we would love to hear from you.
For journalist enquiries, contact our press office during office hours on 01244 573 052, or outside office hours on 07970 096 554.
Latest BASC features
Hunting rabbits on a summer’s evening
Mat Manning explains how a mobile approach can help airgun shooters bag more rabbits on warm evenings.
Getting marsh-ready: your wildfowling season checklist
With the wildfowling season approaching, Chris Wright explains why a little preparation now can save time, stress and money once 1 September arrives.
Winning wings: Fenland wildfowler scoops a year’s membership
Fenland Wildfowlers Association member Nathan Watson explains what first drew him to wildfowling and why every submitted wing matters.
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The latest news from BASC
BASC Wildlife Fund trustees see biodiversity gains first-hand
BASC Wildlife Fund trustees recently visited the Monkwood shoot in Derbyshire to see the biodiversity gains supported by a 2025 grant.
BASC and Hampshire Police team up at New Forest Show
BASC and Hampshire Police answered firearms licensing questions at the New Forest Show and will team up again at Hampshire Countryside Day.
Natural England moves protected sites casework to new online portal
Natural England has moved SSSI consents and notices to a new online portal. Find out what’s changed and what you need to do.