{"product_id":"buckinghamshire-near-milton-keynes-mk17-unguided-stalking","title":"Buckinghamshire - Near Milton Keynes MK17 - Unguided Stalking","description":"\u003cp\u003eWatermeadow provides structured unaccompanied stalking for competent and experienced deer stalkers across carefully managed ground throughout the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnguided sessions are designed for confident rifle certificate holders capable of safe, independent decision-making while operating within clearly defined estate parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll unguided outings operate under the Watermeadow Standard with safety, ethical shot selection and professional conduct expected at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Buckinghamshire ground near Milton Keynes (MK17) is a 2500 acre Pheasant Shooting Estate, with arable and livestock farming also present. The estate supports healthy populations of roe, muntjac and chinese water deer, with high seats positioned along proven travel routes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSession Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your preferred session type when booking:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf Day – 1 Shooter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Day – 1 Shooter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf Day – 1 Shooter (PAYG, where available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach session includes a minimum of three hours field time.\u003cbr\u003eFull-day bookings include two sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAYG options offer a reduced outing fee. Cull animals are charged individually at £30 per animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Seat Requirement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor safety and ground familiarisation, the first twelve unguided sessions on any new estate are conducted from designated high seats only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ensures that each guest develops appropriate knowledge of the ground before any variation in stalking structure is considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis policy is non-negotiable and forms part of our risk management framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour outing begins with a structured briefing before deployment to your allocated high seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are responsible for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe firearm handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate species and gender identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthical shot selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance with estate boundaries and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA guide remains available on the ground at all times, usually waiting with your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInclusions \u0026amp; Shot Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour booking fee includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeployment to allocated high seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlimited female deer where applicable (excluding PAYG option)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShot fees for other animals apply in accordance with the published Shot Fees schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGralloching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuests are expected to gralloch their own deer to an acceptable food hygiene standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFailure to meet required standards may result in the guide completing the gralloch at a charge of £25 per animal, and potentially the cost of a spoiled carcass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitability \u0026amp; Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnguided sessions are suitable only for experienced deer stalkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants must:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold DSC1 \/ PDS1 or have a minimum of three years’ stalking experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry valid shooting insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide and maintain their own rifle and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate confident and competent species and gender identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnguided sessions are not suitable for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBooking \u0026amp; Date Arrangement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your booking is completed, we will contact you directly to agree suitable dates and session timings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutings are scheduled according to estate availability, season and management requirements to ensure safe and professionally managed access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuide for this ground: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/watermeadowdeerstalking.com\/pages\/steve-professional-deer-stalking-guide\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eSteve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watermeadow Deer Stalking - Steve","offers":[{"title":"HALF DAY PAYG - 1 SHOOTER","offer_id":53353124593928,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"HALF DAY - 1 SHOOTER","offer_id":53352880406792,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"FULL DAY - 1 SHOOTER","offer_id":53352880439560,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/8224\/3336\/files\/A4F6D7DF-596E-4F4F-B321-AED99E76EDF5.jpg?v=1771523760","url":"https:\/\/watermeadowdeerstalking.com\/products\/buckinghamshire-near-milton-keynes-mk17-unguided-stalking","provider":"Watermeadow Deer Stalking ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}