Great British: Six Species in Five Days Challenge

Overview

Deer stalking (hunting) for all six UK deer species in a single trip, combining lowland and Highland sport over five days. This programme is designed for experienced hunters who wish to complete the full British deer “grand slam” – Muntjac, Chinese water deer, Roe, Fallow, Sika and Red – in one carefully planned itinerary, something many stalkers spend a lifetime attempting. To our knowledge, Griffin Sporting is the only outfitter currently offering this as a single, integrated experience in the UK.

Your journey begins with collection from London Heathrow and transfer to Gowthorpe Manor, an Elizabethan manor house in Norfolk and your base for the lowland phase. From here, we focus on the lowland species across approximately 3,000 acres of ground in the south, targeting Muntjac and Chinese water deer, alongside opportunities for Roe and Fallow, using a mix of high seats and foot stalking tailored to conditions and your preferences.

Midway through the trip we travel north by light aircraft for efficiency, continuing to our Highland lodge in Scotland. Here, on a 7,000‑acre block of open hill and woodland, you will stalk the two classic Highland species: Sika and Red stags. As with our dedicated Highland packages, you will be fully catered and looked after by the Griffin Sporting team throughout, with all logistics, transfers and guiding arranged to give you the best possible chance of completing all six species within the time available.

Example Itinerary: Monday–Friday (Six UK Deer Species Trip)

(Exact timings/species order may vary with season and conditions.)

Monday – Arrival & First Lowland Stalk

1. AM: Arrive at a London airport (Heathrow) & Transfer to Gowthorpe Manor, Norfolk. Light lunch on arrival, safety briefing, rifle check/zero.
2. Late PM/Evening: First lowland outing targeting Muntjac and/or Roe.
3. Evening: Dinner at the Manor

Tuesday – Chinese Water Deer & Fallow

1. Early AM: Morning stalk for Chinese water deer, with opportunities for Muntjac/Roe depending on ground and conditions.
2. Late AM: Return to Gowthorpe Manor, pack and early lunch.
3. PM to Dusk: High seat or foot stalk focusing on Fallow and any remaining lowland species.
4. Evening: Dinner, review progress towards lowland targets.

Wednesday – Final Lowland Opportunities & Transfer North

1. Early AM: Final lowland outing to complete any outstanding species (Muntjac, CWD, Roe, Fallow as required).
2. Late AM: Return to Gowthorpe Manor, pack and early lunch.
3. PM: Transfer to the local airfield and fly by light aircraft to Scotland.
4. Late PM/Evening: Arrive at Highland lodge, settle in, safety briefing specific to the hill, outline plan for Sika and Red. Dinner at the lodge.

Thursday – Highland Stalking: Red & Sika

1. Early AM: Red stag stalking on open hill/woodland.
2. Midday: Lunch on the hill or at the lodge, depending on plan and weather.
3. PM: Sika stalking in suitable ground, adapting to wind and conditions.
4. Evening: Dinner, review of animals taken and strategy for final day.

Friday – Final Stalk & Departure

1. Early AM: Last Highland stalk for remaining target (Red or Sika, as required).
2. Late AM: Return to lodge, brunch and time to pack; photographs and debrief.
3. PM: Transfer to Inverness / local airfield and onward travel back to London or onward connection, as arranged.

Included

1. 6 Stags/ bucks in each species (Red, Sika, Roe, Fallow, Chinese Water Deer, Muntjac)
2. All transport, including airport Transfer (Inverness Airport)
3. Accommodation (4 nights)
4. Food & Drink (incl. Alcohol)
5. Rifle & Rod Hire and Ammo
6. Licencing

Not Included

1. External flights
2. Trophy preparation & export
3. Tips