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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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Bird Flu Updates

New Case in England Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in other captive birds at a premises near Pokesdown, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset (AIV 2025/44). A 3km captive bird (monitoring) controlled zone has been declared surrounding the premises. The affected birds on the premises will be humanely culled. Case Update England Following the successful […]

Postal transfers

In order for our staff to process your postal transfers as soon as possible, please make sure you are using the latest transfer form, which can be downloaded here, and ensure you include the correct amount – it is £6 to transfer up to 10 rings. Paid-up RPRA members with internet access can always use […]

VE Day 80 Celebrations

As part of the VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations, Paulton HS from Bath took part in a race from Vire, Normandy, to commemorate WWII carrier pigeons. The BBC’s report after the event can be seen here, which includes the video below.