It's easy to view shooting as just a pastime, but a closer look reveals a complex and dynamic system deeply intertwined with the economy, the environment, and the very fabric of rural communities. This blog post explores the findings of an in-depth study - The Value of Shooting - revealing the significant ways shooting shapes the British countryside. Shooting's contribution to the UK economy is substantial, far exceeding what many might assume. It’s a significant economic driver that generates revenue, supports jobs, and fuels a wide range of industries. £3.3 billion is the annual Gross Value Added (GVA) of shooting to the UK economy. The sport generates a staggering £9.3 billion in wider economic activity. Shooting activities support the equivalent of 67,000 full-time jobs (FTE). Shooters spend £4.4 billion annually within the UK-based supply chain. Shooting providers and volunteers contribute £500 million in conservation work, which is equivalent to 26,000 full-time jobs. 7.6 million hectares of land are actively managed for habitat and conservation as a direct result of shooting activities. 95% of game, rabbits, and woodpigeons shot entered the UK food chain in 2022.
