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CONTENTS - DECEMBER 2004

Packed with news and information on pigeons and poultry

  • Special Christmas edition - More pages, more pictures and more colour
  • Winners at the BRITISH PIGEON SOCIETY SHOW at Doncaster
  • Results and pictures from The Poultry Club of Great Britain Show at Stoneleigh
  • Pigeons in Europe - Dennis Ison reports in Continental Chatter - Read this article now
  • David Bland goes Dutch. Special coloured feature on Poultry in Holland
  • Fantails in Holland also feature in Roger Goode's article
  • Mick Bassett sends pictures of poultry breeds in Germany
  • More tips for pigeon fanciers in Novice at Dove House
  • Poultry at Northumberland Autumn Show. Report and pictures from Mick Straughan
  • John Ross has pictures of Modenas in Cornwall and David Iddon has more news in Modena Matters
  • Advice on CONDITIONING in Poultry
  • Scottish Flying Breed Club Show - Results and pictures
  • Poultry at Gattonside Show - Chris Parker has report and pictures from Scotland
  • Flying breeds on the South Coast, including Show Roller and Show Racer Societies
  • Our featured breed article is on the Barnevelder, which originated in Holland
  • News and pictures from Dublin Fancy Pigeon Club
  • Results, judges' comments and pictures from Cornwall FPS Championship Show
  • A bit of nostalgia in GRANDAD'S NOTEBOOK
  • Tony Grinsill visits Yorkshire fancier Peter Jagger who flies out his Rollers every day
  • Ex-NPA Management Committee Chairman Alan Roscoe takes a topical look at the current pigeon scene - read this article now

Show Reports on Poultry and Pigeon Shows and Club activities throughout the UK

Details of pigeon club activities in CLUB REGISTER
BREEDERS CARDS where pigeon fanciers publicise their specialist breeds

PIGEON POST - Fanciers have their say

WINTER SHOWTIME - Where and when for poultry fanciers

NEXT MONTH . . .
Report and pictures from the UK's biggest combined Poultry and Pigeon Show at Stafford

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Books an ideal Christmas present from the Feathered World bookshop

INTERNATIONAL POULTRY STANDARDS
By Dr. Joseph Batty

Covers the major breeds of poultry throughout the world. Well illustrated with detailed descriptions of each breed. Bars, mottles, spangles, splashes included as well as genetics. Show Standards in concise and pictorial form. Shows how to analyse all essentials. Large format, 250 pages hard back. Illustrated in black and white and colour.
Price £38.00 plus £5.45 P&P.

POULTRY COLOUR GUIDE
By Dr. Joseph Batty

New edition first published in 1975. Fine coloured illustrations by Charles Francis, plus additional pictures. 80 pages A4 size showing in detail various breeds, large and bantams and includes ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowl
Price £18.00 plus £1.30 P&P (UK)

COLOUR INHERITANCE IN SMALL LIVESTOCK
By Roy Robinson NDR FIBiol

An in-depth study of genetics, including elementary heredity. The purpose of this book is to provide a work-a-day guide to the inheritance of coat colour in small livestock. Author Roy Robinson was one of the leading authorities on genetics in the UK and his books are widely read both by the serious student and the enthusiastic amateur.
Paperback. 192 pages. Black and white line drawings and diagrams
SPECIAL REDUCED PRICE OF £5.00 inc. P&P
For limited period only. (Usual price £7.50)

OLD ENGLISH GAME COLOUR GUIDE
By Dr. J Batty

Newcomers to the Fancy often find the range of colour bewildering. Principal colours are demonstrated from a variety of sources paintings and photographs each bird is depicted and gets down to the essentials of colour in both Large and Bantams. 128 pages hard back.
Price £25.00 plus P&P £1.30

EXHIBITION & FLYING PIGEONS
By Joseph Batty

Examining the world of pigeons, this book touches on fancy pigeons and then covers the main breeds of fancy and performing pigeons. It also deals with Pigeon Lofts, Breeding and Rearing, Pigeons and their Colours, Common Ailments and Pigeon Showing. 328 pages hard back. Illustrated in black and white with to colour plates of 16 different breeds. New edition.
Price £24 plus £3.10 P&P (UK)

THE WEST OF ENGLAND FLYING TUMBLER
By Jeffrey Oldham

The origin, history and development of one of our native flying breeds is explained, as well as type, markings and colours. Breeding, management, judging and showing is also included.
90 pages, limp back. B/W illus and diag.
Price £12 plus 80p P&P (UK)

POPULAR FANCY PIGEONS
By Joseph Batty

A guide to popular breeds of fancy pigeons many of which have been bred by the author. Includes breeding, feeding, housing and pigeon ailments.
124 A5 pages soft back. B/W diagrams.
Price £12 plus 80p P&P (UK).

KEEPING FANTAIL PIGEONS
By Jacob Barrett

Follows the Garden Fantail from evolution through the different varieties to breeding, moulting and general management. Well illustrated in black and white with diagrams on housing.
80 pages A5. Soft back.
Price £12 plus 69p P&P (UK).

COMMERCIAL PIGEON BREEDING & REARING
By J Barnes

Squab raising for gourmet food; extremely popular in the USA and some other countries. This book explains the essentials but also covers the management of all types of domesticated pigeon including feeding, training and showing.
105 pages, limp back.
Price £12 plus 69p P&P (UK)

OLD & RARE BREEDS OF POULTRY
By Dr Joseph Batty

With the resurgence of free range poultry, this book looks at the possibilities for poultry farmers, smallholders and garden poultry keepers. Covers about 60 different breeds as well as a few pioneers in the poultry world. Large format, well illustrated in colour (80 pages) and mono. An ideal present for Christmas
208 pages paperback.
Price £20 plus £3.36 P&P (UK).

LEWIS WRIGHT & HIS POULTRY
By Joseph Batty

Sets out to acknowledge the work of Lewis Wright the great Victorian poultry expert who paved the way for the present-day poultry standards. His Illustrated Book of Poultry now sells for a very large price. This book includes 80 full-sized colour plates by J W Ludlow as well as many other illustrations and a summary of the breeds covered by Lewis Wright.
134 A4 pages, soft back. Price £24 plus £3.36 P&P (UK)

POULTRY HOUSES & APPLIANCES - A DIY GUIDE

Covers all the essentials of making sheds and houses for poultry, as well as useful appliances such as food containers and brooders. 160 pages, limp back.
Price £12 plus £1.10 P&P (UK)

ROLLER & TUMBLER PIGEONS
By Joseph Batty

Examining performing pigeons which roll or tumble and are often involved in competitions. Includes Birmingham Rollers, West of England and Flying Tipplers. Also a section on pigeon management.
Over 100 pages, line drawings and diagrams mainly in mono.
Price £12.00 plus 80p P&P (UK)

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CONTENTS - NOVEMBER 2004

Packed with news and information on pigeons and poultry

  • Horseman Pouter Supreme Champion at Lancashire Show
  • Two great Shows - Pigeons and Poultry at Clitheroe
  • Countryside Live - New Poultry Show at Harrogate
  • Middle East Pigeon Breeds pictured in Germany
  • Derek Forder looks at intruders which carry disease
  • Role of Nutrition in Breeding - which vitamins and when to use
  • Reports and pictures from Peterborough Autumn Exhibition
  • Doncaster Judge thrown into dungeon. John Elsdon in Ireland Read this article now
  • Fanfayre. Detailed report and pictures of the Fantails at Whitehaven Read this article now
  • Basic Principles of Breeding. What poultry fanciers should know
  • Mike Bassett takes us on a pigeon loft visit in Germany and takes in poultry as well
  • More Continental Chatter from Dennis Ison who discovered an interesting page from the past
  • Utility Breeds of Poultry by David Bland who relates news of problems with eggs
  • Is backing paper necessary on pigeon show pens? Another fancier's view
  • Iberian Croppers by Jim Mullan with an excerpt from the Standard of the 'Majestic Granadino'
  • News from the recently amalgamated Swallow, Saxon and Thuringer breeds in one club
  • Rumplessness, poultry with no tails!
  • The Pigeon from Batina. A unique discovery on the banks of the Danube
  • Broodies - your life in their hands. All about 'Clockers'
  • Reports and pictures from pigeon and poultry shows up and down the country
  • The Horseman Pouter Club has news from Holland
  • Richie Brown keeps Magpie Club Members up to date
  • Keep a check on events in Winter Showtime

Plus all our usual features: Pigeon Post where fanciers air their views

Club Register lists area and breed clubs

Next month: Feathered World visits the great Doncaster Show

January 2005 issue: Poultry and Pigeons at the great Stafford Show

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CONTENTS - OCTOBER 2004

32 pages packed with news and information on Pigeons and Poultry

  • The new show season with Derek Forder who checks over his stock
  • Pigeons to Australia. Doug McClary collects his pigeons from quarantine in Australia read this article now
  • David Bland gives advice on Winter Preparation for poultry keepers
  • Pomeranian Pouters . . . How did I get into this? Asks Allan Stevenson read this article now
  • 'One the one hand . . . but then again on the other' by Alan Roscoe
  • Poultry - Beginners style. Sound ideas from Terry Beebe
  • David Iddon keeps us up to date in
  • 'Modena Matters'
  • Going Dutch. Dennis Murray takes a look at the 'Doos' in Holland
  • Nigel Wycherley quizzes two more Fantail fanciers
  • Last of the Summer Shows - Chris Parker at Penistone Poultry Show and pictures from a rather unusual poultry venue - The Festival of the Plough
  • John and Joan Barry report on Poultry at the Keswick Agricultural Show
  • Life Begins at 40! The All England Roller
  • Club celebrates its 40th Anniversary
  • Westerly Profile - Dave Walters visits
  • West of England fancier Colin Bidwell
  • Advice for fanciers in 'Poultry Questions'
  • More News from Germany where Mick
  • Bassett lists the European Shows
  • The European Pigeon Scene in Continental Chatter by Dennis Ison
  • Rooster Management. How to handle aggressive birds
  • David Darbyshire discusses Lucernes
  • Indian Fantails in Australia. Pictures from David Sandhoff
  • National Pigeon Association Draft Minutes

Plus all our regular features . . .

Club Register - National, Local and Breed Clubs listed

Breeders Cards - Fanciers publicise the breeds they specialise in

Showtime - where, when and how to locate the winter shows

Reports and pictures from Summer and Autumn Shows
Club News. Keeps members abreast of things

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CONTENTS FOR SEPTEMBER ISSUE

  • Special feature on Bakewell Show with pigeons and poultry
  • Size does matter, says Tony Grinsill
  • David Bland advises poultry fanciers on re-stocking or buying for the first time
  • Modena Matters - A tribute to Rod Wright
  • International Judges. John Elsdon and friends in Australia - read sample now
  • Richard Henderson has forthright opinions on the
  • UK Pigeon scene which evokes a strong reply from the NPA
  • News from Germany . . . Mick Bassett keeps us abreast of events
  • Distinguished Dutch author Hans Schippers looks at the Araucana
  • More on the Euro scene from Paul Littlewood
  • Continental Chatter with Dennis Ison
  • Poultry Diseases - the tell-tale signs to watch out for - read sample now
  • Chris Parker takes his camera to Mottram Centenary Show
  • A busy month for Joan Barry capturing poultry show highlights
  • A detailed round-up by Don Storey of the northern poultry shows
  • Fanfayre, the second part of the Roger Goode interview
  • The series on Modern Game concludes with a close look at Birchens and Whites
  • Novice at Dove House - more advice for pigeon people
  • Draft Minutes of the National Pigeon Association
  • Easy Clean Perches - Tony Grinsill has tried them all!
  • Autumn/Winter Showtime. Check on forthcoming events.
  • Club News keeps members up to date
  • Over 50 pigeon clubs listed in Club Register with contact details

Something for everyone in the September issue

Next month . . .

'Westerly Profile' with Dave Walters

'Going Dutch' Dennis Murray visits the 'Doos' in Holland

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LIST OF CONTENTS - AUGUST ISSUE

H.R.H. The Prince of Wales talks to fanciers at the Royal Norfolk Show and gets a red card at
the Royal Welsh Show

Report and pictures from the Great Yorkshire Show

  • 'On the one hand . . .' Alan Roscoe considers different views on pigeon matters
  • Modern Game Bantams - our series continues with Duckwings and Brown-Reds
  • Feathers, feathers everywhere - It's moulting time
  • Are your birds troubled with worms? Advice from Poultry expert DAVID BLAND
  • Mick Bassett has some topical tips
  • FANFAYRE - How I got started by Roger Goode Read this article now
  • DEFRA WELFARE BILL. Report on the working group
  • A Showman Down Under. Emigrant Doug McClary on life with Pigeons in Australia
  • British Pigeon Show Society, Past, Present and Future, By Richard Henderson
  • MODENA MATTERS reports the passing of ex-NPA Secretary Rod Wright
  • Continental Chatter - Dennis Ison on European Matters
  • John Surridge makes a welcome return with his Near and Far column
  • Novice at Dove House. Sound advice from Nick Dawyd
  • Pat Clark has more CORNISH CHAT

Summer Show Results from around the country

BREEDERS CARDS - OVER 50 FANCIERS PUBLICISE THEIR BREEDS

and there's much more FOR BEGINNERS AND EXPERIENCED FANCIERS

PIGEON POST Where Readers air their views

Club News from the different pigeon breed societies

SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter the Autumn shows

CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs

YOUR SHOW COULD BE FEATURED NEXT MONTH

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LIST OF CONTENTS - JULY ISSUE

From Northern Ireland . . .
Chris Parker takes a trip to County Antrim

Reports and pictures from Northumberland and Cheshire County Show
  • FRILLBACKS . . . Are they for you? Asks John Ross
  • Popular Bantams – Continuing our series on Modern Game
  • The Digestive System – A Feathered World exclusive from Poultry expert
  • DAVID BLAND plus some strong views on topical matters
  • The Fancy in Germany by Mick Bassett
    FANFAYRE takes a look at the Scottish Way,
    plus pictures of some of the best Fantails in the USA
  • APATHY IS NOT NEW!
  • From New Zealand – Breeding Good Whites by Ian Selby who also gives
    a few hints on EARLY SHOW
  • REPARATION
    Tony Grinsill experiments with NATURAL INCUBATION
  • The Shape of Things to Come in MODENA MATTERS
  • How a Chicken Grows . . . Down to Basics
  • John Elsdon reports on 'A Right Royal Do'
    Eyes only for Brunners – see Novice at Dove House read this article now
  • More Continental Chatter from Dennis Ison
    Federation Tip-Top Fancier features Stuart Gibson from Kent
  • Summer Show Results from around the country

OVER 100 PICTURES OF FANCIERS AND THEIR BIRDS

AS ALWAYS, there's much, much more:

Readers air their views in PIGEON POST

Club News from the different pigeon breed societies

SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter the late Summer and Autumn shows

CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs

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LIST OF CONTENTS – JUNE ISSUE

One of the first Summer events . . .

  • Chris Parker visits Otley Agricultural Show
  • Dennis Ison looks at some rare pigeons on the Continent
  • Derek Forder discovers a pair of fanciers with an immaculate loft
  • Popular Bantams – An historical look at Modern Game
  • David Bland writes exclusively for Feathered
  • World and offers some strong views on topical matters
  • Photographer Mick Bassett wields his camera in Germany
  • Five Fantail Fanciers are quizzed in FANFAYRE read this article now
  • APATHY IS ALIVE AND WELL - So says NPA committee member Paul Littlewood - read this article now
  • Retired NPA Chairman Alan Roscoe compares Continental practices with those in the UK in 'ON THE ONE HAND . . .'
  • THE ANIMAL WELFARE BILL – Its affect on the feathered fancies;
  • An important meeting where everyone is invited. Full details on page 9
  • Preparing Poultry for showing
  • Keep them growing: timely advice for poultry keepers
  • Jim Mullan on his favourite breed, says 'VIVA THE SPANISH'
  • Mind the Bugs Don't Bite . . . Watch out for External Parasites
  • Care of Older Breeders (Pigeons)
  • CORNISH CHAT. Pat Clark visits a prominent Modena fancier
  • 'Showman Down Under'. Progress report from emigrant Doug McClary
  • The Art of Breeding Poultry. A dedicated fancier shares his experiences
  • 'Grandad's Notebook' steps back in time

and there's much, much more:

BREEDERS CARDS – Contact your fellow fanciers
Readers air their views in PIGEON POST
Club News from the different pigeon breed societies
SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter the Summer shows
CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs
Next month . . . Reports and pictures from Summer events

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LIST OF CONTENTS – MAY ISSUE

Two visits to Staffordshire . . .
John Plant’s Lofts in Westerly Profile
and the Malpas & District Poultry Club Show

  • Derek Forder advises Novices and Helps with Breeding Problems
  • Popular Bantams takes a look at PEKINS
  • National Pigeon Association Champions 2003–2004
  • David Bland on Avian Influenze read this article now
  • Final part of The African Owl by W. Watmough.
    read this article now
  • National Pigeon Association List of Breed Clubs
  • Mick Bassett has more News from Germany
  • Be prepared – Treatment of poultry between shows
  • Fantail Club President John Bragg in the spotlight
    Poultry auction prices
  • Tunnicliffe Pigeon Pictures go under the hammer
  • Mick Straughan reports from Northumberland Show
  • Modenas at last year’s shows – Tom Crane's round-up
  • Buff Colour Plumage in Poultry
  • Jacobin Travels by Nick Smith
  • CONTINENTAL CHATTER . . . Dennis Ison on the Euro Scene

and there’s much, much more . . . .

Club News from the different pigeon breed societies

SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter forthcoming shows

CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs

Readers air their views in PIGEON POST

News from the early Spring Shows . . keep in touch with Feathered World each month

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The Irish Scene featuring Jacobins and Tumblers

Chris Parker at Peebles Poultry Show

Also featured is the Bolton & District Poultry Club Show

LIST OF CONTENTS – APRIL ISSUE

  • The Fancy Pigeon Scene in NEAR & FAR
  • Not just for Novices – Derek Forder
  • Rearing Young Poultry by David Bland - read this now
  • The African Owl by W. Watmough. Part 3 presented by Tony Glew
  • National Pigeon Association Draft Minutes and Show Dates
  • Mick Bassett translates more Pigeon German
    plus his usual Letter from Germany
  • BROODIES – love or hate them!
  • NIGEL WYCHERLEY interviews Fantail specialist John Gray
  • Pinholes and Presentation by top judge Pat Pratt
  • Fowl Temper – Birds with attitude!
  • An Australian View of the UK Show Scene, by David Sandhoff
    and news of a Pom pigeon man who has settled in Oz
  • Retiring NPA Chairman shares his experiences with readers
  • BANTAM BEGINNINGS – A little bit of history
  • BREEDERS CARDS – Contacts with dozens of pigeon fanciers

Plus our regular features:

Club News from the different pigeon breed societies

SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter forthcoming shows

CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs

Readers air their views in PIGEON POST

Dennis Ison's 'Euro Round-up'in CONTINENTAL CHATTER - read this now

News and info on fancy pigeons and exhibition poultry at home and overseas

Next month . . . Spring Poultry Shows at Bridgnorth and Malpas

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More from the Shows
SCOTTISH SPECIAL . . .

Pictures and Report from Scottish National Poultry Show
and the Scottish Fantail Club Show

Also featured is the NORTHERN CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
at Myerscough staged by Longridge Fanciers Association

LIST OF CONTENTS – MARCH ISSUE

  • The original Role of the Pigeon in Human Society read this article now
  • David Bland tells of his New Zealand experience
  • JOHN SURRIDGE says: 'Take your heads out of the sand!' read this article now
  • The African Owl by W. Watmough. Part 2 presented by Tony Glew
  • Modena Show Round-up by Tom Crane
  • Idiots' Guide to Pigeon German – Mick Bassett translates into English
  • What is the only good egg?
  • Show report and pictures from Northern Ireland
  • Pigeon Club as well as other UK shows
  • Early Chick Care . . . Not just for beginners!
  • Mick Bassett reports on the pigeon scene in Germany
  • Derek Forder has more for Novices
  • News from the National Pigeon Association

Plus our regular features: Club News from the different pigeon breed societies

SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter forthcoming shows

CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs

This and that in PIGEON POST

Auction sale of poultry brings top prices at Clitheroe Mart

CONTINENTAL CHATTER: Dennis Ison has reports on the Euro scene

News and info on fancy pigeons and exhibition poultry at home and overseas

Next month . . .
Two great events – Poultry at Bolton and Peebles Shows

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Reports direct from the Top Shows

Pictures and Report from CARLISLE OLD ENGLISH GAME SHOW
and more from Doncaster Pigeon Show with the Fantails

LIST OF CONTENTS – FEBRUARY ISSUE

  • More pictures of the winners at Stafford
  • Jack Prescott – Farewell to a Legend
  • Pigeon shows, classification and 'real champions' – JOHN SURRIDGE
  • The African Owl. Part 1 of a new series by Tony Glew - read this article now
  • Avian Influenza . . . DAVID BLAND examines the facts
  • Modena Matters at Stafford Show, and news from France
  • Mick Bassett looks at some German Fancy and Flying breeds
  • Novice at Dove House by Derek Forder - hand rearing - read this article now
  • INCUBATION – a detailed seasonal topic
  • Judges' reports from shows up and down the country
  • Secretary's 25 years at the helm of the Rare Breeds Society
  • 'Poultry Diseases': Readers clarify a few problems
  • Derek Forder looks back over the racing season
  • The Flying Tumbler from its early days
  • Young Exhibitors at the National Poultry Show
  • 'Blackpool, the Show of the Year' says John Elsdon
  • Minutes of the National Pigeon Association

Plus our regular features: Club News from the different pigeon breed societies
SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter forthcoming shows
CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs
Dozens of contacts in BREEDERS CARDS
PIGEON POST: Where fanciers air their views

Packed with information for pigeon and poultry fanciers in UK, Europe and beyond

Next month . . .

Pictures from Myerscough College of Agriculture featuring the Longridge Fanciers Annual Show

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Reports direct from the Top Shows

First pictures from STAFFORD and more from Doncaster Pigeons and the Poultry Club of Great Britain event at Stoneleigh

LIST OF CONTENTS – JANUARY ISSUE

  • Pigeons and Poultry at STAFFORD SHOW
  • JOHN SURRIDGE returns with 'NEAR & FAR' covering pigeon shows in the UK and Europe - read this article now
  • Doncaster, Past and Present by John Elsdon
  • Poultry Talk covers Housing, Lighting, Replacing or Adding to Stock and Correct Feeding
  • The National Poultry Show in colour – plus all the major winners
  • News from Germany – Mick Bassett with some unusual pigeons
  • Jack Prescott looks at behaviour problems
  • TONY GRINSILL MEETS MORE FANCIERS
  • Egg Handling and Storage – First in a new series
  • VIVA THE SPANISH . . . Jim Mullan on his favourite breed of pigeons
  • Judges' reports from shows up and down the country
  • News on Modenas both at home and abroad
  • Mike Purdam gives a run-down on Egremont Show
  • Legs and feet, liver and ovary problems listed in 'Poultry Diseases':
  • Derek Forder picks up some tips for novices in Barcelona
  • More 'Chicken Nuggets' to chew on

Plus our regular features: Club News from the different pigeon breed societies
SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter forthcoming shows
CLUB REGISTER. Full details of over 60 pigeon clubs
PIGEON POST: Where fanciers air their views

Packed with information for pigeon and poultry fanciers in UK, Europe and beyond

Next month . . .

Pictures and report from the great Old English Game Show at Carlisle
More from Doncaster and the Federation Show at Stafford

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Show Special
HRH Prince Charles makes a surprise visit to the poultry section at a Northern show

Reports and pictures from the great autumn shows –
all in this month's Feathered World

LIST OF CONTENTS – NOVEMBER ISSUE

  • Egremont Championship Show – second only to Doncaster –
    Special report and pictures
  • Organic or not organic? David Bland asks the question
  • COLOUR PIGEONS discussed by Dennis Ison
  • Why choose Turkeys? Answers from Ben Shepherd
  • 'Whence the Gimpel Came'. Danny Southcott traces the history of his favourites
  • Poultry Breed Club Show winners from Oswestry
  • Logical thoughts on Tipplers by Jack Prescott
  • Pictures from Mike Henson at East Yorkshire Show
  • Special colour feature from The National Homer Show
  • JUDGES ON PARADE at the Federation Pigeon Show
  • FANFAYRE: News from the Fantail Club Secretary, Nigel Wycherley
  • Chris Parker chats to a Royal visitor at Pateley Bridge and finds time to report from Stanhope and Manx shows as well
  • MODENA MATTERS features reports from the NMC Championship Show
  • Mick Bassett reports from Germany and warns on animal rights issues read this article now
  • Poultry Diseases: Some more common problems – Continued next issue
  • Derek Forder pens 'Novice at Dove House' From Sunny Sorrento, Italy
  • MISSION ACCOMPLISHED . . . Mystery Pigeon Identified
  • The Ancona . . . From 1850 onwards – a delightful breed

Plus our regular features: Club News from the different pigeon breed societies
SHOW DATES. When, where, and how to enter the autumn and winter shows
CLUB REGISTER. Over 60 pigeon clubs with contact details
News and pictures from pigeon and poultry fanciers worldwide

NEXT MONTH . . . Reports and pictures from Doncaster, Stoneleigh and Stafford

 

 

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