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[nlgregory]

Hello,
My Name is Nick I am 31 years old currently living in the Midlands but often travel most parts of the UK with work.
I am looking at getting into deer stalking in the UK.
I am British but I lived in most of my life in France where I shot rough game with a shotgun, driven big game (roe and boar) with both shotgun (probably frowned up here) and rifle as well as stalking and highseat shooting mainly with a compound bow and occasionally a rifle.
I need to apply for a firearms license but from what I understand I need to have access to deer shooting before to determine caliber etc... ?
I am also looking at taking a DSC 1, in France something similar is mandatory to get a hunting license.
If there is anyone kind enough that could point me in the right direction it would be much appreciated.
cheers
Nick

 

[Stalker62]

You do not need to have access to deer shooting before you are granted a UK FAC.
You do need to have a "good reason" to own each and every firearm - this could be for collection/target/stalking/hunting etc.

The DSCI is an excellent idea (cue Roestalker39) and a sensible step on your journey. Note I said a step on your journey it is not (nor should it be) your destination.
You will learn and you may also meet like-minded folk with whom you can form friendships and contacts.

Even joining SD can help.

I wish you well on your adventure.

 

[Byron 243]

Welcome nick Dsc 1 is a very good course and will put you on the right path good luck .from nantwich

 

[User00043]

Welcome from Rutland

Paul

 

[Fosbery Holster]

Welcome from North Yorkshire.