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
Joining a wildfowling club – get ahead for next season
Thinking of joining a wildfowling club? We explain why contacting clubs early can help you prepare properly for the coming season.
Inspiring the next generation of country sports enthusiasts
With the game shooting season now at an end, we look back at some of BASC’s highlights from across the winter, starting in Scotland with two Young Shots days.
Tips for competing on Gundog Day at Crufts
If you’ve entered BASC’s working gundog classes at Crufts this year, read our guide on how it all works and what to expect ahead of the big day.
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The latest news from BASC
Sporting rates relief change welcome but falls short, says BASC
The Scottish Government has amended its approach to sporting rates relief, which BASC describes as a step towards addressing concerns raised by the sector.
BASC pays tribute to Christopher Graffius
BASC has today paid tribute to Christopher Graffius, who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness.
BASC briefs MPs at APPG ahead of firearms licensing debate
BASC is briefing MPs ahead of the debate on the petition against proposals to make shotguns subject to the same licensing rules as rifles.