Gloucester - Near Cricklade SN6 - Guided Stalking

Suitable for both beginners and experienced rifle certificate holders.

Fully guided by an experienced Watermeadow professional.

Typical total cost: £175–£350 for an outing depending on half day or full day (please note that shot fees on male deer vary from our rate card on this ground, however shots at female fallow and muntjac deer are included in the outing fee on this ground).

Watermeadow provides professionally delivered guided deer stalking across carefully managed ground throughout the UK.

Each outing is conducted by an experienced, insured guide operating under clear and structured standards, ensuring a safe, ethical and professionally managed experience.

Guided stalking is suitable for both experienced rifle certificate holders and those new to deer stalking. Whether you are building confidence or refining existing skills, your stalk will be delivered with clarity, control and respect for both deer and land.

Stalking may be conducted from elevated high seats or via structured foot stalking depending on season, conditions and management objectives.

About This Ground

Our Cotswold estate features a mix of arable and livestock farmland. The main deer species found on this ground are Fallow, Muntjac, and Roe deer, offering varied and exciting stalking opportunities for experienced hunters.

Session Options

Select your preferred session type when booking:

• Half Day – 1 Shooter
• Full Day – 1 Shooter

Each session includes a minimum of three hours field time.
Full-day bookings include two sessions.

What to Expect

Your outing begins with a structured safety briefing before deployment to designated positions. Depending on conditions, you may be guided on foot or positioned in a suitable high seat.

Your guide retains responsibility for safety, shot selection and overall conduct throughout the session.

Animals taken are processed in accordance with estate and hygiene standards.

Split-session arrangements (e.g. evening followed by the following morning) may be arranged by prior agreement.

Inclusions

Your booking fee includes:

• Professional guide supervision
• Ground access
• Structured deployment and oversight
• Gralloching carried out to an acceptable food hygiene standard
  
• Shots on does are included in the outing fee at the guides discretion

Clients are welcome to participate in or undertake the gralloch under supervision if they wish.

Additional animals may be taken subject to estate management requirements and will be charged in accordance with the Shot Fees schedule.

Shot fees as follows:

All Muntjac Bucks — £195 each (non-medal)
• Bronze medal — £350
• Silver medal — £450
• Gold medal — £550

Roe Bucks 4 points and under — £110 each
Roe Bucks 4 points up to 400g — £295 each
Roe Bucks 6 point — £360 (non-medal)
• Bronze medal — £675
• Silver medal — £880
• Gold medal — £1,000

All Fallow Prickets — £175 each
All Fallow Bucks — £275 each (non-medal)
• Bronze medal — £475
• Silver medal — £680
• Gold medal — £1,050

Suitability & Requirements

Guided stalking is suitable for:

• Beginners (under full supervision)
• New rifle certificate holders
• Experienced deer stalkers

Participants must:

• Hold appropriate firearm certification where required
• Carry valid shooting insurance
• Follow all safety instructions provided by the guide

Non-Shooting Companions

Non-shooting family members under 21 years may attend free of charge.

Family members over 21 years: £25 per day.
Non-family guests: £100 per day.

All non-shooting guests must hold appropriate insurance, not be prohibited from firearm ownership, and confirm they will not shoot.

Booking & Date Arrangement

Once your booking is completed, we will contact you directly to agree suitable dates and session timings.

Outings are scheduled according to estate availability, season and management requirements to ensure a safe and professionally delivered experience.

Guide for this ground: James