Can I use an air rifle on public land?

Whenever you are in a public place your rifle should be in a gun cover, unloaded and not cocked. It is a criminal offence to fire an air rifle / pistol pellet beyond the land where you have permission to shoot, unless the person holding the shooting rights of the neighbouring land has given you permission.

Can you shoot an air rifle on public land UK?

It is also illegal to fire an airgun closer than 50 feet (15 metres) from the centre of a public highway, bridleway or footpath, if your shooting causes upset or inconvenience to those using the highway. It is legal for persons authorised by the landowner or tenant to carry out vermin control with an air rifle.

Can you walk down the street with an air rifle?

YOU MUST HAVE A GENUINE REASON FOR CARRYING AN AIR GUN IN PUBLIC. If you're carrying an air gun in public, you must have a legitimate reason for doing so. And this does not include trying to look like your favourite action hero.

Can you shoot magpies with an air rifle?

Modern air rifles are also extremely accurate; with the right pellet and a bit of practice you should be able to humanely dispatch small pests such as rats, rabbits, grey squirrels and magpies out to 35m and beyond.

Can you shoot rats with an air rifle in your garden UK?

Air rifles are suitable for brown rats, grey squirrels, stoats, mink and rabbits. Always shoot well within your capabilities.

Airgun law UK - what you can shoot in your garden

Can you legally shoot pigeons with an air rifle?

Let's start with doves and pigeons: You can shoot woodpigeons and feral pigeons all over the UK. You can't shoot stock doves, collared doves or turtle doves. Woodpigeons make good eating but you can't shoot one to eat it. And if someone questions you, you have to show that you were preventing serious damage to crops.

Can you use an air rifle in a residential area UK?

Only shoot where you have the permission of the landowner or tenant. It is an offence to fire an air rifle pellet beyond the land where you have permission to shoot, unless the person holding the shooting rights of the neighbouring land has given you permission.

What guns can you own without a license UK?

In England & Wales, anyone over the age of 18 years can own an air weapon without a license. Recently, in Scotland they have introduced an Air Weapon license. There are strict power limits for Air Weapons. Guns which exceed these limits are reclassified as firearms.

Where can I go with an air rifle?

Can you shoot squirrels with an air rifle?

The modern sub 12ft. lbs airgun is an ideal tool for the humane removal of pest species like the grey squirrel. Modern airguns are highly engineered, precise and ecological. Only firing a single pellet, they are near silent and highly discrete.

Can you carry a air rifle in your car?

THE AIR GUN MUST BE INSIDE A SECURELY FASTENED CASE OR SLIP. Your air gun must be placed inside a securely fastened case or slip when transporting. You can take a look at the hard case and slip we sell at The Airgun Centre by visiting our air rifle cases page.

What air rifle can I own without a Licence?

Generally the ideal power level is just over 11ft-lb (15J). For an air rifle that is more powerful than 12ft-lb, (16.25J) you must have a firearm certificate.

What can I legally shoot with an air rifle UK?

You can shoot mammal pests at any time provided you have the landowner's permission. Air rifles are suitable for brown rats, grey squirrels, stoats, mink and rabbits. Always shoot well within your capabilities.

Can I own an air rifle in the UK without a license?

Air weapons are not licensed in England and Wales, but have restrictions on their sale. Air guns, air rifles and air pistols are exempt from the certification requirement if they are not of a type declared 'specially dangerous' by legislation.

Can farmers own guns in UK?

People wanting to get a gun licence have to apply to their local police force, who will assess if they do not pose a threat to public safety and have a good reason to own a gun, such as going clay pigeon shooting, deer stalking or pest control on a farm.

Is an air weapon classed as a firearm?

Air weapons (air rifle, air gun, air pistol)

An air weapon will be classed as a firearm if it is 'a lethal barrelled weapon' as outlined above.

Do you need a licence for a .22 rifle UK?

Yes, you need a licence for any gun in the UK, the only exception is an air rifle unless it's over 12 ft/Ib then that's also needs a licence.

Where can I legally fire an air rifle UK?

Only shoot where you have the permission of the landowner or tenant. It is an offence to fire an air rifle pellet beyond the land where you have permission to shoot, unless the person holding the shooting rights of the neighbouring land has given you permission.

Can I get an air rifle delivered to my house?

AIRGUNS SHOP AND DELIVERY

You can drop into our London store or shop online for fast home delivery via our drivers, and yes: that includes any of our Airguns. In addition, we offer delivery via courier service for non-gun orders such as shooting accessories, airgun pellets, archery sets, and crossbows.

What's the best air rifle for rats?

Can I use an air gun in my back garden?

If you've just bought your first air rifle, or you're looking to get one and you're wondering whether you can shoot in your back garden, the short answer is yes, you can.

Can I shoot birds in my garden with air rifle?

All wild birds are protected, and although there are seasons when you can legally shoot game, and certain wildfowl, they are not suitable quarry for air rifles. However, as long as you are complying with firearms law, you can shoot certain pest bird species.

Can I shoot pigeons in my back garden UK?

Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981

All wild birds, their nests and eggs are protected by this law. Under this law, you must not intentionally kill, injure or disturb any wild birds. Also, this applies to when the bird is building a nest or the nest contains eggs or young, or disturb a nest containing chicks.

Can I shoot a BB gun in my garden?

Only Shoot Within Your Boundaries

This means that you must have a clear understanding of where your property ends, and your neighbour's property begins. You also need to make sure that when you're shooting, the pellets aren't bouncing back and going over the neighbour's garden.