Flying Racing Pigeons (Columbiformes) The government’s rules on how to manage racing pigeons during a bird flu (avian influenza) outbreak can be seen here. For racing, you must apply for a general licence to gather your pigeons together at a club headquarters from the local APHA. If you are in a 3km protection zone or […]
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Today pigeon racing is a sport for the whole family in a highly social environment. It combines animal husbandry with the natural desire for competition. Electronic Timing Systems and One Loft Races have brought this popular sport into the 21st Century. Find out more…
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Bird Flu Updates
Case Updates England Following the successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance within the zone surrounding the following premises, the 10km surveillance zones have been revoked: fourth premises near Thirsk, Thirsk and Malton, North Yorkshire (AIV 2025/32) premises near Romsey, Test Valley, Hampshire (AIV 2025/36) a fifth premises near Thirsk, Thirsk and Malton, North […]
VE Day 80 Celebrations
As part of the VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations, Paulton HS from Bath is hosting a race from Vire, Normandy, this weekend to commemorate WWII carrier pigeons. Click on the image below to watch a clip on BBC Points West about preparations for the race – forward to 18:25.
Updated liberation site maps
Up-to-date versions of both the UK and Continental liberation site maps, showing major airports and sites with airfield restrictions in the UK, are available to download by clicking on the appropriate image below. A3 size printed versions of these maps may be obtained free of charge from RPRA HQ by sending a large stamped addressed […]
