Scottish Countryside Alliance

22/08/2026

Bluetongue is becoming another serious burden for British livestock farmers already facing rising costs, uncertain markets and an increasingly difficult economic climate...

17/08/2026

One week to go! is carrying out a review of the Hunting with Dogs licensing scheme, and they want to hear your views. We're urging everyone to take this opportunity to express their thoughts on the licensing process. Consultation closes on 24 August.
➡️ https://hwdlicensingreview.commonplace.is/

We submitted our response on 23 July, see link in comments. Our response is intended to support members and supporters in preparing their own responses.

14/08/2026

If you are out and about this weekend, make sure you pop by one of our Countryside Alliance Awards winners and support these fabulous rural businesses!
To find your nearest business, follow the link in the comments ⬇️

The Coo Shed
Fine Feathers
Brown's Tobermory
Briggsy's Quality Butchers
The Blackadder Bar & Restaurant

12/08/2026

It's the Glorious Twelfth!

Here’s to a successful season ahead and to everyone who works tirelessly to care for our moors and countryside.

11/08/2026

Jake was at the last weekend, catching up with members, supporters and colleagues! A great country fair showcasing the best of rural Scotland!
International Hunting Scotland
Gamekeepers Welfare Trust
NatureScot
Hoggs of Fife Limited

11/08/2026

Only one more day until grouse season begins. Why not celebrate with a mouthwatering grouse burger, courtesy of Eat Wild. Served with watercress, marmalade, bread sauce and bacon on a brioche bun - delicious!

Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Preparation time: 20 mins Cooking Time: 35 mins Thanks to Eat Wild for this inspirational recipe 4 brioche buns Jar of dark marmalade 4 handfuls of watercress 4 thick slices of smelly blue cheese 4 young grouse 250g fatty minced smoked bacon to mix with minced grouse breas...

09/08/2026

🐴 Safe roads matter for every rider

The British Horse Society's Horse i app allows you to report road safety incidents quickly and safely. Download the app and report every incident you experience. The more evidence collected, the stronger the case for meaningful change.

Riders should never have to accept dangerous driving as simply part of getting out on horseback.

Every day, riders across the country are put at unnecessary risk. With excessive speed and inconsiderate driving of considerable concern – whether on or off-road - other incidents such as low flying aircraft, drones or fireworks can also be hazardous for horse riders.

08/08/2026

Counting down to the , Campaign for Shooting Director, Adrian Blackmore writes about the challenges faced by our native red grouse in recent years. Read more ⬇️

With just less than a week to go until the twelfth of August there are many that are hoping this year’s grouse season will be far more glorious than those most recently experienced. And it will be whole communities, not just moor owners and guns that are eager for this to be the case.

07/08/2026

Could your photograph be the face of our 2027 calendar?
The Countryside Alliance is searching for twelve images to feature in our 2027 calendar, celebrating the landscapes and traditions that make the British countryside so special.
Whether you're a seasoned photographer or simply enjoy capturing moments on your phone, your photograph could take pride of place in homes across the country in 2027.
How to enter:
📸 Send your landscape-orientation photographs to [email protected] by Sunday 23 August 2026
Please include:
o Your name
o Where the photograph was taken
o A brief description of the image
We can't wait to see the countryside through your lens!
Photo Credit: Lucy Charman