BASC South West , was established to better represent our membership and better promotes the objectives of the Association in South West England.

BASC aims to provide a public voice for shooting and conservation in the region and has regular dialogue with cross party political representatives to achieve a balanced view in Westminster; engage with the Regional Development Agency to implement positive sustainable habitat and wildlife management in accordance with the Rural Development Programme for England and to campaign on the issues affecting shooting and conservation in the South West England through balanced coverage in the media. 

We defend the freedom of private firearms ownership, promote habitat and sustainable quarry population management and encourage access to shooting in South West England; providing expert advise and in doing so raising standards. BASC South West has a dedicated education programme to ensure our new and young shot members receive a comprehensive grounding before entering the shooting field. 

Areas Covered: Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Channel Islands, Scilly Isles

BASC South West Centre, Smokey Bottom Lodge, Staple Fitzpaine
Taunton, Somerset TA3 5BL

Telephone: 01823 480903    Fax: 01823 480810    Email

BASC is working closely with all of the Regional Development Agencies to exploit any opportunities presented to the Association through Regional Economic Strategies. Click on the following link for further information: