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 alongside a comprehensive guide to biosecurity 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 […]
The premier organisation for pigeon racing in the UK
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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RPRA Auction Site
The latest auction on our dedicated auction site is a breeder buyer on behalf of Huddersfield Central FC, which runs until Sunday 15th February. See more details below. You need to be registered on the site to bid – follow the guide below right. By registering and bidding you agree to abide by the Auction […]
Booking of RPRA liberation sites
To avoid jeopardising official RPRA liberation sites all liberations MUST be booked and paid for through RPRA HQ. This includes Race Programmes, Open Races, One Loft Races and Training Tosses. Please ensure that 2026 Inland & Continental Race Programmes are completed on official forms and returned to RPRA HQ by Sunday 1st March, along with […]
Bird Flu Updates
New Case in England A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a small poultry flock near Needham Market, Mid Suffolk, Suffolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Mandatory Housing Measures An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory housing measures […]
