THE BDS WEST BRANCH
Information on the British Deer Society (BDS) West branch including events, news, and contacts
BRANCH AREA AND COMMITTEE
BRANCH CONTACTS
| Chair | Stuart Ship |
| Vice-Chair | Michael Sworder |
| Treasurer | Hugh van Cutsem |
Committee Members:
Matt Cole, Richard Clarke, Lindy Larkin, Michael Bagnowiec
To email the branch please use the addresses below:
BRANCH AREAS
| Postcode | Area |
| CF | Cardiff |
| GL | Gloucester |
| NP | Newport |
| OX | Oxford |
| SN1 – SN7 | Swindon |
| SN10 and above | Swindon |
EVENTS
Date
Event
Sunday 23rd June 2024
Range day - severnside range
See below for more details.
NEXT BDS NATIONAL EVENT
No upcoming events, please check back soon.
NEWS
Branch Range Day
West Branch range day will be at Severnside Range, Caldicot on the 23rd June 2024.
The cost for the day is £250 which will be divided between the number attending. If you would like to attend but have not yet responded please do so as early as you can so that we can manage the arrangements in plenty of time.
Firing points will be at 100m and 200m.
Currently, this event is fully booked.
STAY IN TOUCH
If your contact information has changed please make sure to let us know. To update your details simply email membership@bds.org.uk or call 01425 655434.
LATEST NEWS
Plastic Pollution Threatens Deer
This article highlights the dire impact of plastic waste on wild deer globally. It urges immediate action through public education, and responsible waste management to protect deer habitats and minimise their exposure to harmful debris. The article also underscores the lesser-known danger of roadside litter to deer, emphasising the need for awareness and collective efforts to safeguard wildlife and our environment.
Together for Deer – New BDS Strategy Launched
We unveiled our new strategy, “Together for Deer,”. The strategy emphasises evidence-based approaches and collaboration among stakeholders. It focuses on Ethics & Welfare, Education & Training, and Science & Research, aiming to establish BDS as a leading authority in deer welfare and management by 2030. “Together for Deer” aims to unite efforts in safeguarding deer welfare amid complex challenges.
BDS Launches First Drone Survey Thanks to Supportive Members
We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking moment for the BDS community: the successful launch of our first drone survey funded by last year’s award-winning Big Give campaign. This achievement has been made possible through the unwavering support and contributions of our dedicated members and supporters.
