Hounds were in full cry for the second British Hound Sports Association (BHSA) national trail-hunting day on 10 October.

Supporters, councillors and MPs went to meets across England on a day aimed at demonstrating how hounds work and allowing others to meet those who care for them.

“At the Wilton Hunt, Sir Julian Lewis MP (Conservative, New Forest East) spoke of the professionalism and welcome he found there, and David Smith MP (Labour, North Northumberland) attended the Percy Hunt, later describing it as an ‘informative occasion’ and thanking those present for showing him their ‘passion for what they do’,” a BHSA spokesperson said.

“He added that good democracy means ‘welcoming people with different opinions to the table’ – a sentiment warmly echoed across the countryside.”

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