The Deercast

Welcome to Episode 51 of The Deercast! In this episode Tom and Harry discuss:

- The Start of the Fallow Season

- Changes in firearms licensing

- Fox Bullets

- Planned kit purchases

- The CL55 night licence for culling deer

The lads also give an exclusive insight into upcoming podcast and video episodes that are in production! This is therefore a must listen episode to find out what to expect!

Podcast chapters:

00:00 - Start

00:16 - Intro

01:10 - The Fallow season so far

09:30 - CL55 Night Licence

16:50 - Firearms Licensing changes

28:12 - Fox Bullets

39:00 - Harrys new wheels

48:45 - Bobbys Bits

1:06:00 - Conclusions

To purchase Fox bullets please visit: www.oxondeer.co.uk/shop

For more information about The Deercast please visit: www.thedeercast.co.uk

The boys are back for another epic episode of The Deercast podcast. In this episode Tom and Harry are joined by specialist deer vet Sam Ecroyd from Tyndale Vets.

Tom, Harry and Sam cover a lot of ground in this podcast but focus on:

* TB prevalence in deer

* TB transmission in deer

* Spotting TB in deer

* Nutritional requirements of deer

* Heat stress in deer

* Reproductive rates within deer during stress periods

* Supplementary feeding deer

This is a highly educational but light hearted episode so sit back, relax and get ready to get nerdy about all things deer related!

If you'd like more information about Tyndale Vets please visit: https://www.tyndalevets.co.uk/ .

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00:00 - Start

00:19 - Introduction

01:42 - Tyndale Vet Practice

05:38 - TB in Deer

34:50 - Nutrition within deer

48:00 - Supplementary feeding deer

52:05 - Bobbys Bits

56:23 - Outro

In Episode 49 of The Deercast, Tom and Harry are joined by Ruaridh Waugh from Ardgay Game and Noble & Wild for an in-depth discussion about the future of the British venison industry.

Together they explore the challenges and opportunities facing the UK venison market, including the realities of exporting British wild venison to the European Union, how international demand influences prices, and why British venison has earned a reputation as one of the highest-quality wild meats in the world.

The conversation also examines how sustainable deer management supports the countryside while producing healthy, ethical, free-range food. Ruaridh shares his experience of the venison supply chain, explains what consumers should look for when buying venison, and discusses how Noble & Wild is making premium British venison more accessible through its nationwide home delivery service.

Whether you're a deer stalker, game dealer, chef, farmer, conservationist or simply interested in sustainable British food, this episode offers fascinating insight into one of the UK's most under appreciated natural resources.

Topics covered:

* Exporting British venison to the EU

* The current UK venison market

* Why British wild venison is renowned for its quality

* Sustainable deer management and the food chain

* Challenges facing the game meat industry

* Home delivery of premium British venison

* The story behind Noble & Wild

* The future of wild venison in Britain

To order from Noble and Wild please visit: www.nobleandwild.com

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In this episode of The Deercast, Tom sits down with experienced gamekeeper Julian to discuss one of the biggest talking points in modern countryside management: "does deer management interfere with game shooting, or does it actually improve it?"

Drawing on decades of practical experience, Julian shares his honest views on balancing healthy deer populations with successful pheasant and partridge shoots. The conversation explores the relationship between deer stalking, habitat management and gamekeeping, challenging some of the common misconceptions surrounding deer control.

Tom and Julian also take an in-depth look at deer syndicates—how they work, why Julian established one, the benefits it has brought, and practical advice for anyone considering setting up their own deer stalking syndicate.

Whether you're a deer stalker, gamekeeper, shoot owner, land manager or simply interested in countryside conservation, this episode is packed with real-world knowledge and practical insights.

In this episode:

* Does deer management benefit or hinder game shooting?

* How deer impact pheasant and partridge shoots

* The role of deer control in habitat and woodland management

* How Julian's deer syndicate operates

* The advantages and challenges of running a deer syndicate

* Tips for setting up your own deer stalking syndicate

* The future of sustainable deer management in the UK

If you enjoy discussions on deer stalking, gamekeeping, shooting, conservation and rural life, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a future episode of The Deercast.

Have you been involved in a deer syndicate? Do you think deer management improves game shooting? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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In this episode of The Deercast, it’s just Harry and Tom behind the microphones for a proper catch-up after a hectic few months of stalking, filming and travelling.

The pair look back over the fallow season, discussing the highs and lows, the pressure of cull targets, and how this year compared to previous seasons. They also talk about the increasing number of diseased deer being encountered, falling carcass weights, and what that could mean for deer management going forward.

Among other topics, they explore:

How this year’s cull days went and why they’ve become such an important part of managing numbers

The new pickup and quad bike setup, and how much easier it’s made deer retrieval

Tom’s Swarovski scope disaster and the repair process with Swarovski

Harry’s ongoing war with his Honda quad bike

The pros and cons of thermal and digital optics after a season using the HIK scope setup

Simplicity vs technology in modern stalking equipment

Their experience at The Stalking Show, including what they bought and how the show felt this year

The evolution of The Deercast YouTube films with a dedicated cameraman

The launch of the brand new Bobby’s Bits YouTube channel

Subscribe to Bobby's Bits here: / @bobbys_bits

00:00 - Start

00:16 - Intro

02:44 - Fallow Season De-brief

07:55 - Swarovski Scope Disaster

13:27 - Harrys Quadbike Update

16:40 - Cull / Movement Days

20:00 - HIK Micro Alpex 4K

26:41 - Youtube Video Developments

31:09 - FIPL Funding

33:05 - CL55 Night Licences

36:45 - Thermal Add On Units

41:55 - Toms New Mod

48:25 - The Stalking Show

1:01:30 - Conclusions

Join Tom and Harry for a very special podcast episode recorded live at the Stalking Show 2026. In this episode Tom and Harry are joined by Nick from Orion Wildlife Training. Tom, Harry and Nick discuss Orion Wildlife , the principle behind Orion, why training is so important for deer stalkers and also what DMQ is.

To learn more about Orion Wildlife Training visit https://www.orionwildlife.co.uk .

00:00 - Intro

01:20 - The origins of Orion Wildlife Training

03:38 - What is DMQ

06:00 - How does DMQ Work

07:00 The difference between DSC1 and PDS1

10:00 - The Changes to DSC2

16:09 - Outro

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Join Tom and Harry for a very special podcast episode recorded live at the Stalking Show 2026. In this episode Tom and Harry are joined by Sarah from Hollands Country Clothing and Linda from Pinewood. Tom, Harry, Sarah and Linda discuss the Pinewood brand, what sets Pinewood clothing apart from other brands and what makes clothing 'good' for deer stalking.

To learn more about Pinewood Clothing visit www.pinewood.eu . To purchase Pinewood clothing and many other brands please visit www.hollandscountryclothing.co.uk.

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - What makes clothing 'good' for deer stalking

04:00 - The Pinewood Brand

11:25 - Tom and Harrys must haves for clothing

14:09 - Where to buy Pinewood clothing

17:00 - Outro

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In this episode of The Deercast, we’re joined by journalist, author and environmental correspondent for the Telagraph Patrick Galbraith.

We dive into Patrick’s journey into stalking, and discuss the bigger picture of policy, politics and public perceptions of stalking.

Among other topics, we explore:

The paradox of rising deer populations vs limited stalking opportunities

Whether public land (like Forestry Commission ground) should be opened up for stalking

The growing acceptance of venison and deer management among the public

How government policy is shaped, and where it often falls short

The role of organisations, lobbying, and political awareness in field sports

Why deer stalking enjoys better public perception than other country sports

The importance of respect, for both the deer and the product

Patrick Galbraith also shares insights from his work with policymakers and media, offering a candid look at how decisions are really made, and why confusion and lack of understanding can be just as influential as ideology.

Patrick’s book Uncommon Ground is also now out in paperback, exploring many of these themes around land use (including stalking!), public access and our relationship with the countryside. You can find it here:

https://www.waterstones.com/book/uncommon-ground/patrick-galbraith/9780008644444

This week on The Deercast, we’re joined by Louisa Clutterbuck, Chief Growth Officer at Lean & Wild and co-founder of Women Who Work in Field Sports.

We dive into the reality of getting wild venison onto British plates at scale — from building a nationwide supply chain to supplying the MOD, universities, and major catering groups. Louisa lifts the lid on the challenges holding the industry back, from inconsistent handling standards and broken supply routes to the ongoing struggle for trust from supermarkets and consumers.

We also get into the role of the modern deer stalker — or deer manager — and what needs to change if venison is ever going to compete with mainstream proteins.

Along the way, we cover:

Why muntjac could be the key to scaling venison

The truth about assurance schemes and food safety

Headshots, handling standards, and industry responsibility

Protein sticks, gyms, and reaching a new audience

Louisa’s own journey into stalking (and the emotional reality of pulling the trigger)

In this episode of The Deercast, Tom and Harry sit down with James from Bawden Flight Gun and Pet Dogs to talk all things deer stalking dogs, blood tracking, and professional gundog training.

James shares the story behind Bawden Flight Gun and Pet Dogs, explaining how the business was founded and how his passion for working dogs led him into professional dog training. From early influences to building a respected training operation, this episode dives into the realities of developing reliable, high-performance dogs for the field.

The conversation covers:

What Bawden Flight Gun and Pet Dogs offers

How James got started in dog training

The best type of dog for deer stalking

Key traits to look for in a deer stalking dog

How to train a deer stalking dog from puppy to finished worker

Step-by-step insights into training a dog to follow a blood trail

Common mistakes handlers make when training tracking dogs

“Bobby’s Bits” and practical advice every stalker should know

If you’re interested in deer stalking, tracking wounded deer, gundog training, or improving your working dog’s performance, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world experience.

Whether you’re new to deer stalking or looking to refine your tracking skills, Tom, Harry, and James break down what it takes to develop a dependable deer dog that performs when it matters most.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how to choose, train, and trust your deer stalking dog in the field.