THE GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER CLUB
SURREY & HAMPSHIRE BRANCH
Welcome to the website of the Surrey & Hampshire branch of the German Shorthaired Pointer Club.
We meet in Windlesham, near the Surrey/Hampshire/Berkshire border, but the branch also covers a wide area of the surrounding counties and London.
We run gundog training classes for all levels of experience on the third Sunday of each month, commencing at 1.30 pm. The exceptions are September (when we hold a Gundog Working Test), December and January. In August, in addition to training, we hold a Kennel Club Working Gundog Certificate assessment day.
Training sessions are open to all breeds of HPR. It is expected that all owners become a member of the GSP Club, or an associate member if they own another breed of HPR. (see 'links' for information). There is a small charge of £3 per dog for each training session. We are very much indebted to those who dedicate their time, knowledge and enthusiasm to help those of us in need of training!
Training is held at the Windlesham Arboretum. We are very lucky to be able to use the wonderful surroundings of this magical arboretum, founded by the late Major William Spowers. It is ideal for training with its grassy and wooded areas and numerous lakes. We meet in what is known as the 'Fisherman's Carpark' off the A322. (see map)
All of our trainers are actively involved in game shooting and gundog work, and this is the direction that our training classes take. However, all gundogs need obedience training and HPR breeds in particular benefit from having their minds stimulated so the classes are valuable to all, whatever their aspirations. As a branch we aim to encourage anyone with an HPR to work towards a happy, rewarding relationship with their dog through training and, most important of all, to enjoy the experience.
