United Kingdom
Pack your rifle! Or use one of ours and book your next UK stalking adventure.
Deer stalking in the UK is some of the finest and most exciting you will find. Red and Sika deer in the Scottish Highlands, Roe deer in the many regions of woodland, arable or hill ground and finally the home counties for Muntjac, Fallow and Chinese Water Deer. All of the species have their own appeal, challenge and excitement for any passionate deer stalker.
Our specialist guides from the four corners of the UK will get you into position for the shot you have been looking for. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned stalker our aim being to send you home happy!
At JLD SPORTING stalking is our passion and we pride ourselves in the practice of fair chase, ethical hunting practices, promoting the walk and stalk approach with all the deer species we have to offer, whether you are looking for a trophy of a life time or venison for your own table.
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Red Deer
The Monarchs of the Glen and the majestic woodland stags are our largest UK land mammal. A stunning creature and a must for all stalkers to pursue, especially during the "Rut". To be amongst red deer in their stunning natural habitats of open hill or a shaded woodland glade is truly an unforgettable experience.
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Sika Deer
A very shy, private and elusive deer which makes for both a challenging and exciting stalk. These secretive creatures are widespread in Scotland but are also found in patches of middle and Southern England. Their eerie whistles and screams piercing the air from their preferred habitat of dark coniferous woodlands makes for an exciting stalking experience.
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Roe Deer
Roe deer are one of the most popular UK deer species and are highly prized for their beautiful pearled antlers. They are also one of the oldest deer species with records dating back to the Mesolithic period. The roe deer is abundant throughout the UK and favours a mixture of habitats, woodland and forest edges, copses, scrublands, open hill ground, thick hedgerows and arable land.
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Muntjac Deer
A small stocky little character, also known as the " Barking Deer" and a loud bark it is for such a small deer. A wonderful and exciting deer to stalk on foot with their peak activity time at both dawn and dusk. Muntjac have adapted to a huge range of habitats and are found in abundant numbers in the home and Shire counties of Southern England.
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Chinese Water Deer
Facially Chinese Water Deer look like small golden bears but with very prominent "Tusks", which puts them high on some stalkers wish lists. They are a non native species, initially introduced to Deer parks in the south of England; with subsequent escape and release the UK population is now thought to account for 10% of the worlds total. Their preferred habitat includes woodlands, arable land, river edges and wetlands and they are abundant in selected areas of the UK.
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Fallow Deer
These elegant deer have long been prized as an ornamental species with their impressive palmated antlers. Fallow Deer are abundant in England, Wales and parts of Scotland inhabiting mature broadleaf woodlands and open agriculture areas. A fantastic species to stalk during the “Rut”, as you listen to the bucks with their guttural grunting.
What to Expect
As every guest is different we will tailor your stalking experience to meet your individual requirements.
You will be met by a JLD Sporting team member, whether you arrive by plane, train or automobile! You can choose to stay in a fully catered traditional Scottish hunting lodge, a local hotel with menus offering a range of wholesome foods and local beers or hire a picturesque cottage on one of the many estates where you will be stalking. You will always be accompanied on your stalk by one of our experienced guides. Whether you are crawling across a Scottish hill face or shooting from sticks in woodland our guides will always go the extra mile to support your success. Transportation in all of our stalking areas will be provided.
Contact us about your bespoke requirements - we're here to answer to your questions and make it possible.
