THE symbolic release of homing pigeons has been an integral part of Olympic opening ceremonies since ancient Greece – but not so, in London 2012. To make up for London’s oversight, and to keep up…
Deadly predators threaten wheelchair user’s sport
A disabled pigeon racing enthusiast in Weymouth has spoken out about his concerns for the future of his favourite sport. Chris Williams has raced pigeons with his father since he was 12 but says this…
East Kilbride pigeon fancier speaks out on bird of prey attacks
A Scottish pigeon racing enthusiast who has been involved in the sport for nearly 50 years has spoken out about his concerns for its future. Pigeon fanciers in East Kilbride say soaring bird of prey…
Ellesmere Port racing pigeon owners warn predation will kill sport
A third generation pigeon fancier in Ellesmere Port fears a local deadly predator will kill off his beloved sport. Racing pigeon attacks and kills perpetrated by peregrine falcons in Merseyside present “too big a problem…
Deadly predators kill father and son’s sharing of sport
A Rosewell resident who has grown up racing pigeons fears for the future of the sport. Brian Massey has raced pigeons with his father since a child but says this tradition has been ruined by…
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