Kyleakin Lofts

2008 hen, 3 off 2009 cocks. Just started in 2008.

Do you know there is cheating going on?

Yes Lindsay, I received your PM, that's how I know it is in Pigeon Gas. Need to read it again.

That's the one Lindsay. I'll have to look out my Pigeon Gas again!

I remember reading a story along a similar vein some 40 years ago in the old gazette. All I remember was a loft of jet black pigeons, a tall formidable fancier and I think a moor location. It may even have been a series. Be good if Bilco could recover that one.

Great stories. Thanks for bringing them back up. I had read the first one back in 2011, but had not seen the others.

I was otherwise occupied today, but would have loved to have attended and at these sort of prices might even have taken a punt.

Picked the bird up today and had a good chat with Davy. Took the two kids with me and they seemed to enjoy their adventure. Many thanks Davy and your wife for the hospitality shown to me on my visit.

What was the average price of the birds to gauge whether I could afford to attend the next one?

Happy birthday.

Fancy That: Calls For The Queen To Battle Ban On North East Pigeon Racing A prolific North East pigeon racer has hit out at calls for the sport to be banned – and he’s looking for support from the Queen. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is claiming that as many as nine out of ten pigeons die during what they call ‘grueling and hazardous’ races. But Sean Hughes, who keeps over 100 of the birds at his Sunderland home, thinks the charity’s claim is wildly exaggerated. He said: “It’s ridiculous. I don’t know where they’re getting their figures.†Sean, who is affiliated with North East Racing Pigeons, bred 35 pigeons earlier this year and claims to have lost none of them during a competition. He added: “For PETA to come along and try and get pigeon racing banned, well, I wouldn’t know what to do. “I just love my pigeons.†And for Sean, pigeon racing isn’t just a hobby – it’s something that has kept him on the straight and narrow. “If I didn’t have racing pigeons, I think I’d be into crime. They’ve kept me off the street and kept me out of trouble,†he said. During an undercover investigation, PETA said they found evidence of birds being forced to fly up to 900 miles in races that involved crossing the English Channel. According to the charity, many survivors of larger races return only to have their necks broken or be gassed to death by owners who think they are not fit for future races. PETA also believes that moving racing pigeons in bulk between the UK and Europe spreads viruses. Sean hopes the Queen, who keeps some 250 racing pigeons at her Sandringham Estate, will back up some 40,000 fanciers across the UK and fight a ban. He said: “If she thinks it’s cruel, then she wouldn’t be racing them. (Source Sky News )

You will always be given contradicting information because of the variation in fanciers and their aspirations, but the advice you have been given to visit your uncle is obviously the best advice. He will start you off with birds and will be a constant source of advice. Once you have attained a level you will no doubt try other things.

Need to cut out the middle men, club or fed buy it by the tonne.

Congrats to your good lady.

Not sure if the positions will be 100% correct. but Lee Smith, Kenny Young and daughter H Gray Mr / Mrs Galloway J L Dumigan Kory Galloway Mr / Mrs Galloway Mr / Mrs Galloway Andy Kyle 1st and last are definitely correct and the names are also correct.

Old Birds Eye Sign tonight. Good turnout with 63 entries. Many thanks to Sammy Stewart who judged for us this evening. As a postscript, I won my first ticket ever in pigeons with an 8th place.

Many thanks.

Happy birthday all.

Many thanks. PM your address and phone number. Your PM box is full.

Been at kid's athletics club, sent you an email, thanks. Andy

Get well soon. Sore backs are painful, I know!

Just back from a short break. I have a stray in Ceres, Fife with a non fancier. Is anyone able to pick it up for me?

The good thing is with Alan posting that, Davy has found his wooden leg. He had forgotten that he had left it in his PM box.

It wasn't funny, you did!!!

Super, a worthy winner.