Now representing over 30 clubs both in the UK & Europe, as well as overseas, this new website enables both club officials and fanciers to keep up to date with what is happening both within the Border Convention as it oversees and administers the hobby, in addition to news and show results from all the member clubs.
Working together with other Border websites, the aim of all is to both promote - and safeguard the hobby of breeding and showing Border Canaries.
This Site is to showcase the member Clubs that make up the Border Convention, if any Club can suggest ways the site can be improved please contact the Secretary.
2026 BORDER CONVENTION YEARBOOK
Call for Reports, Articles and Photographs
As we progress with the production of the 2026 Border ConventionYearbook, we are currently very short of content, and would welcome the support of clubs and members to ensure the Yearbook continues to reflect the quality and activity of our fancy.
In the first instance, club show reports and accompanying photographs are required as soon as possible. Reports can be submitted by completing the official show report template:
https://form.jotform.com/252903977075063
Alternatively, reports may be written in the usual format and submitted for inclusion.
Members who would like to contribute an article for publication in the Yearbook are warmly encouraged to do so. Please let Colin or Stuart know at your earliest convenience if you are able to contribute.
There will also be an opportunity to place a personal advertisement in the Yearbook for a small charge. An advert request form can be obtained from Stuart.
📌 Submission deadline for all reports, articles and photographs: 30th December
Your contributions are vital in producing a Yearbook that is both informative and enjoyable, and all support will be very much appreciated.
REGISTRATION OF BIRDS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FOR EXHIBITORS
Following our continued engagement with APHA and DEFRA regarding the requirement for bird registration, we have now received a formal Ministerial response (18 July 2025). Despite our efforts to secure an exemption for exhibitors attending shows, DEFRA has confirmed that registration is still required in certain circumstances.
Specifically, DEFRA has clarified that if birds are kept entirely indoors, with no access to the open air, there is no requirement to register. However, once birds leave the premises — for example, to attend shows — the address where the birds are housed must be registered with APHA.
As the governing body, and in line with government policy, we are therefore recommending that all exhibitors register with APHA.
The process is straightforward, particularly if done by phone on
03000 200 301.
While it is also possible to register online, we are advised that telephone registration is quicker, as the online process can take several weeks before you receive your registration number.
We appreciate that this may feel like an unnecessary step, but by registering it will ensure that you are compliant with the requirements, it also demonstrates our community’s willingness to operate responsibly within national biosecurity policies.If you have any questions or require assistance with the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
14.12.2025
Cumbria Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice Andy Johnson
14.12.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a large commercial poultry premises near Welton, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
14.12.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a third large commercial poultry premises near Newington, Swale, Kent. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
11.12.2025
Bert Philips
We are saddened to advise of the passing of a valued friend, a true advocate of the Border and The Wessex, a Life Member, a gentleman and someone that will be missed by many.
Bert Phillips was just 4 weeks short of his 94th Birthday, but was still thinking about his pairings for the forthcoming breeding season.
Rest in Peace Bert.
Ian Perrier
09.12.2025
Bird licence New Information
On Monday 08.12.2025 A.P.H.A. announced new rules for the issuing of Bird Gathering Licences for Passeriformes (Canaries). Show secretaries can seethe updated rules by going to the Bird Licensing information page and clicking on the Latest Information Button.
The major change is That no bird that they are bringing to the gathering has attended any other gathering within the preceding 14 days;
08.12.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Dereham, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
07.12.2025
Southern Border Results
Congratulations to:-
Best Champion Bob Hodges
Best Novice Paul Goddard
06.12.2025
Bird Flu
Two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed as follows:
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At a large commercial poultry premises near Sudbrooke, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place.
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In a backyard flock of captive birds near Castle Hedingham, Braintree, Essex. A 3km Captive Bird Monitoring Controlled Zone has been put in place.
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05.12.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a third large commercial poultry premises near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
04.12.2025
Bird Flu
Two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed in a backyard flock of poultry and captive birds near Chedburgh, West Suffolk, Suffolk and at a second large commercial poultry premises near Newington, Swale, Kent. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
03.12.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a backyard flock of captive birds near Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, Cheshire. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
30.11.2025
Border Fancy Results
Congratulations to:-
Best Champion Stuart Percy
Best Novice Andy Johnson
30.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a second large commercial poultry premises near Mundford, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
29.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Ashcott, Wells and Mendip Hills, Somerset. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
29.11.2025
Border Counties Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Jim Noonan
Best Novice Wyndham Williams
28.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a second large commercial poultry premises near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
27.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Ely, East Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
25.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed in large commercial poultry premises:
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near Mundford, Breckland, Norfolk
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near Lydd, Folkstone and Hythe, Kent.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for more information.
24.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a large commercial poultry premises near Dalton-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone, has been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for information about this case.
23.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for information about the following cases in large commercial poultry premises:
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a second premises near Swaffham, Breckland, Norfolk
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near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire.
23.11.2025
Northern Border Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Stuart Percy
Best Novice John South
22.11.2025
Mid Ulster Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show David Somerville
Best Novice Fergal Byrne
22.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Claydon, Mid Suffolk, Suffolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
21.11.2025
Mick Head
We are saddened to announce the passing of Mick Head. Many will remember Mick and Val for the tremendous work they undertook for the Wessex. Mick was a Life President but because of ill health he reluctantly had cease keeping his Borders and hadn't been to the meetings or shows for some time. At this point in time we don't have details of the funeral. Our sincere condolences go to his wife Val, their daughters and family.
Ian Perrier
19.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Driffield, Bridlington and the Wolds, East Riding of Yorkshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
18.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.Wales and GOV.UK for information about the following cases:
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a fourth premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire
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a small backyard flock of poultry near Lawshall, Babergh, Suffolk.
16.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
15.11.2025
British Border Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
15.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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A small backyard flock of captive birds near Watton, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
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A large commercial poultry premises near Swaffham, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a small group of ornamental captive birds near Dawlish, Teignbridge, Devon. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
14.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Pontyberem, Carmarthenshire. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
13.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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A small backyard flock of captive birds near Gosforth, Cumberland, Cumbria. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
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A large commercial poultry premises near Poringland, South Norfolk, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
12.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed as follows:
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at a large commercial poultry premises near Woodbridge, East Suffolk, Suffolk.
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at a large commercial poultry premises near Lanark, Lanarkshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK and GOV.SCOT for further information.
09.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Welshpool, Powys. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around the premises. The Surveillance Zone extends into England. Please check GOV.WALES and GOV.UK for further information.
08.11.2025
Belgian Result
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Willy Winkelmans
08.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information.
07.11.2025
Bird Flu
Four further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a large commercial poultry premises near Feltwell, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk, Norfolk
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a large commercial poultry premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk
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a large commercial poultry premises near Alford, East Lindsey, Lincolnshire
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a second large commercial poultry premises near Thirsk, Thirsk and Malton, North Yorkshire.
07.11.2025
Bird Show Clarification
To clarify the situation as there seems to be some contradictory information being toted on social media.
Shows can still be held under licence as long as the venue is not in a 3Km protection zone or 10 Km surveillance zone.
Exhibitors can still exhibit as long as there C.P.H. is not in a 3Km protection zone or 10 Km surveillance zone.
06.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK and GOV.WALES for further information about the following cases:
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in a small non-commercial poultry flock near Kirkham, Fylde, Lancashire
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at a third premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire.
An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory housing measures is now in place across of England and an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory biosecurity measures is also in force across Great Britain.
05,11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Various restrictions are now in place around these premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a small commercial poultry flock near Corby Glen, South Kesteven, Lincolnshire
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in captive birds near Preesall, Wyre, Lancashire.
04.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Wells-Next-The-Sea, North Norfolk, Norfolk. Further information about the following case is available on GOV.UK.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises.
03.11.2025
Bird Flu
Three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Various restrictions are now in place around these premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a commercial poultry premises near Thirsk, Thirsk and Malton, North Yorkshire
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in captive birds near Danehill, Wealden, East Sussex
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a commercial poultry premises near Crediton, Mid Devon, Devon.
02.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Easingwold, Wetherby and Easingwold, North Yorkshire. Further information about the following case is available on GOV.UK.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises.
01.11 2025
G.C.&.W Result
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Tim Ward
Best Novice Tony Jones
01.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK:
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a commercial poultry premises near Honington, West Suffolk, Suffolk
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a commercial poultry premises near Donington, South Holland, Lincolnshire. .
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
01.11 2025
Border Canary Association
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
Northern Ireland
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Colm Southern
Best Novice Jim Mc Peake
31.10.2025
Bird Flu
Four further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK and GOV.WALES:
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a second premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire
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a premises near Ormesby St Margaret, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
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a premises near Uckfield, Wealden, East Sussex
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a premises near Swineshead, Boston, Lincolnshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
30.10.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK and GOV.WALES:
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a premises near Silloth, Cumberland, Cumbria. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
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a premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
29.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Brandon, West Suffolk, Suffolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
29.10.2025
A.P.H.A. latest update
The latest update from A.P.H.A. refers only to the need to house outdoor poultry from 00:01 on Thursday 30 Oct 2025.
Clubs should still apply for bird gathering licences in the normal way and A.P.H.A will inform you at point of contact if there are any restrictions on the venue with regards to outbreak restrictions.
Fanciers should keep themselves informed on any restrictions in their own locality.
We will continue to put notification of all new outbreaks /restrictions on this page.
27.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Newington, Swale, Kent. Following a risk assessment, a 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
26.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Lakenheath, West Suffolk, Suffolk.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about the following case is available on GOV.UK.
26.10.2025
Oscar Marriot
It is with regret that I have to inform members and friends the passing of Oscar Marriot, Oscar always showed a good team of birds and a well respected judge, he was also well known for his show cages who with his brother produced one of the best show cages.
Condolences to the family.
Lyn Rowlands
Nottinghamshire Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
25.10.2025
Welsh/West Wales Result
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Mark Symonds
Best Novice Wyndham Williams
25.10.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK:
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a premises near Bedale, Thirsk and Malton, Yorkshire
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a second premises near Penrith, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
25.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Cynwyd, Denbighshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Burscough, West Lancashire, Lancashire.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
19.10.2025
Cleveland Results..
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
18.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Penrith, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
Wessex Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Mark Symonds
Best Novice Mark Standen
14.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Wybunbury, Cheshire East, Cheshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
12.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Stockbridge, Test Valley, Hampshire.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
11.10.2025
Doncaster Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
07.10.2025
Nottinghamshire B.F.C.C. Entries Urgent
Due to a family Bereavement Albert will not be taking entries this year.
Please send entries to :-
G Priest
32 Leniscar Avenue
Loscoe
Derbyshire
DE75 7RQ
Telephone ; 07946644480
E-mail garypriest20@yahoo.co.uk
05.10.2025
National Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Jim Noonan
Best Novice John South
29.09.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Wetheral, Cumberland, Cumbria.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
13.09.2025
National Schedule
It has been brought to our attention that the closing date and benching dates were incorrect, these have now been corrected. Thanks for pointing out our error.
12.09.2025
Show Schedules
Show schedules for the National, Doncaster, Wessex,
G.C.&W., Cleveland and Nottinghamshire are now available to download.
02.09.2025
Dates for your Diary 2025
This has now been updated with information received.
Can Club Officials please check and advise of any mistakes
01.09.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Exminster, Teignbridge, Devon.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
29.08.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near near Evercreech, Frome and East Somerset, Somerset.
A 3km captive bird (monitoring) controlled zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
16.08.2025
Registration of Birds with A.P.H.A
It has come to our attention that a number of fanciers
have registered on line and have still not received a reply.
We strongly advise that you contact A.P.H.A. on
03000 200 301 and they should be able to confirm your
Registration number and CPH Number.
16.08.2025
Jeff Pearce's Funeral
Jeff's funeral will take place on
Friday 29th August at 10.45 a.m.
St. Bartholomew's Church,
Church Road
Stoke on Trent
ST3 3BG
09.08.2025
Bird Flu
Low pathogenic avian influenza H5N3 has been confirmed at a premises near Dulas, Ynys Môn. A 1km Restricted Zone has been put in place around the premises.
Please check GOV.WALES for the latest information.
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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at a premises near Seaton, East Devon, Devon
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at a premises near Lifton, West Devon, Devon.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
08.08.2025
Bird Flu
Following the suspicion of highly pathogenic avian influenza with rapidly increasing mortality in commercial poultry at a premises near Woodbridge, East Suffolk, Suffolk, 3km and 10km temporary control zones (TCZs) have been put in place pending further testing.
The birds on the suspect premises will be humanely culled. All bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks.
07.08.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a fifth premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
02.08.2025
Jeff Pearce
It is with great sadness we have to report the sudden passing of Jeff Pearce.
Jeff was well known in the Fancy as Secretary of North Staffs (National) ,member of the Border Convention committee and judge.
Jeff was a familiar face at shows around the country showing his birds which he kept in partnership with his son Adam.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Our sincere condolences go to his family and friends at this sad time
Rest In Peace
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Banff, Aberdeenshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises.
Please check GOV.SCOT for further information about this case.
01.082025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Yeovil, Yeovil, Somerset.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for the latest information.
31.07.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a premises near Tiverton, Mid Devon, Devon
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a premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
29.07.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Dulverton, Tiverton and Minehead, Somerset.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
26.07.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Tow Law, Bishop Aukland, County Durham.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for the latest information.
24.07.2025
Website Page
The Border Convention Facebook page is currently closed for updating the Privacy & Security Settings.
22.07.2025
Registration of Birds
Please see note opposite
22.07.2025
Chairman's Update
Ronnie has updated his column.
Click latest Item to move to page
24.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Glyn Ceiriog, Wrexham.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.WALES for the latest information. The SZ for this case extends into Shropshire, England.
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.WALES for the latest information.
20.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Linton-on-Ouse, Wetherby and Easingwold, North Yorkshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
18.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Stanhope, Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
11.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Ravensthorpe, Kirklees, West Yorkshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
21.05.2025
Dimmer Repairs
Mr. B'S
138 Woodhouse Road
Guisborough
Cleveland
TS14 6LJ
07377 965 998
This advert can be found under the contact dropdown in Items/Repairs
19.05.2025
Bird Flu Update
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Pokesdown, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset.
Following a risk assessment, a 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
News And Updates
"A very sincere welcome to the Border Convention
I hope you enjoy your visit to our site,and I do hope you find it a useful resource to support your interest in the Border Canary."
Ronnie Sillitoe - Chairman
Now representing over 30 clubs both in the UK & Europe, as well as overseas, this new website enables both club officials and fanciers to keep up to date with what is happening both within the Border Convention as it oversees and administers the hobby, in addition to news and show results from all the member clubs.
Working together with other Border websites, the aim of all is to both promote - and safeguard the hobby of breeding and showing Border Canaries.
This Site is to showcase the member Clubs that make up the Border Convention, if any Club can suggest ways the site can be improved please contact the Secretary.
2026 BORDER CONVENTION YEARBOOK
Call for Reports, Articles and Photographs
As we progress with the production of the 2026 Border Convention Yearbook, we are currently very short of content, and would welcome the support of clubs and members to ensure the Yearbook continues to reflect the quality and activity of our fancy.
In the first instance, club show reports and accompanying photographs are required as soon as possible. Reports can be submitted by completing the official show report template:
https://form.jotform.com/252903977075063
Alternatively, reports may be written in the usual format and submitted for inclusion.
Members who would like to contribute an article for publication in the Yearbook are warmly encouraged to do so. Please let Colin or Stuart know at your earliest convenience if you are able to contribute.
There will also be an opportunity to place a personal advertisement in the Yearbook for a small charge. An advert request form can be obtained from Stuart.
📌 Submission deadline for all reports, articles and photographs: 30th December
Your contributions are vital in producing a Yearbook that is both informative and enjoyable, and all support will be very much appreciated.
REGISTRATION OF BIRDS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FOR EXHIBITORS
Following our continued engagement with APHA and DEFRA regarding the requirement for bird registration, we have now received a formal Ministerial response (18 July 2025). Despite our efforts to secure an exemption for exhibitors attending shows, DEFRA has confirmed that registration is still required in certain circumstances.
Specifically, DEFRA has clarified that if birds are kept entirely indoors, with no access to the open air, there is no requirement to register. However, once birds leave the premises — for example, to attend shows — the address where the birds are housed must be registered with APHA.
As the governing body, and in line with government policy, we are therefore recommending that all exhibitors register with APHA.
The process is straightforward, particularly if done by phone on
03000 200 301.
While it is also possible to register online, we are advised that telephone registration is quicker, as the online process can take several weeks before you receive your registration number.
We appreciate that this may feel like an unnecessary step, but by registering it will ensure that you are compliant with the requirements, it also demonstrates our community’s willingness to operate responsibly within national biosecurity policies.If you have any questions or require assistance with the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
14.12.2025
Cumbria Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice Andy Johnson
14.12.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a large commercial poultry premises near Welton, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
14.12.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a third large commercial poultry premises near Newington, Swale, Kent. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
11.12.2025
Bert Philips
We are saddened to advise of the passing of a valued friend, a true advocate of the Border and The Wessex, a Life Member, a gentleman and someone that will be missed by many.
Bert Phillips was just 4 weeks short of his 94th Birthday, but was still thinking about his pairings for the forthcoming breeding season.
Rest in Peace Bert.
Ian Perrier
09.12.2025
Bird licence New Information
On Monday 08.12.2025 A.P.H.A. announced new rules for the issuing of Bird Gathering Licences for Passeriformes (Canaries). Show secretaries can seethe updated rules by going to the Bird Licensing information page and clicking on the Latest Information Button.
The major change is That no bird that they are bringing to the gathering has attended any other gathering within the preceding 14 days;
08.12.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Dereham, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
07.12.2025
Southern Border Results
Congratulations to:-
Best Champion Bob Hodges
Best Novice Paul Goddard
06.12.2025
Bird Flu
Two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed as follows:
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At a large commercial poultry premises near Sudbrooke, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place.
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In a backyard flock of captive birds near Castle Hedingham, Braintree, Essex. A 3km Captive Bird Monitoring Controlled Zone has been put in place.
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05.12.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a third large commercial poultry premises near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
04.12.2025
Bird Flu
Two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed in a backyard flock of poultry and captive birds near Chedburgh, West Suffolk, Suffolk and at a second large commercial poultry premises near Newington, Swale, Kent. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
03.12.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a backyard flock of captive birds near Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, Cheshire. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
30.11.2025
Border Fancy Results
Congratulations to:-
Best Champion Stuart Percy
Best Novice Andy Johnson
30.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a second large commercial poultry premises near Mundford, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
29.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Ashcott, Wells and Mendip Hills, Somerset. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
29.11.2025
Border Counties Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Jim Noonan
Best Novice Wyndham Williams
28.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a second large commercial poultry premises near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
27.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Ely, East Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
25.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed in large commercial poultry premises:
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near Mundford, Breckland, Norfolk
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near Lydd, Folkstone and Hythe, Kent.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for more information.
24.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a large commercial poultry premises near Dalton-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone, has been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for information about this case.
23.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for information about the following cases in large commercial poultry premises:
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a second premises near Swaffham, Breckland, Norfolk
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near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire.
23.11.2025
Northern Border Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Stuart Percy
Best Novice John South
22.11.2025
Mid Ulster Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show David Somerville
Best Novice Fergal Byrne
22.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Claydon, Mid Suffolk, Suffolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
21.11.2025
Mick Head
We are saddened to announce the passing of Mick Head. Many will remember Mick and Val for the tremendous work they undertook for the Wessex. Mick was a Life President but because of ill health he reluctantly had cease keeping his Borders and hadn't been to the meetings or shows for some time. At this point in time we don't have details of the funeral. Our sincere condolences go to his wife Val, their daughters and family.
Ian Perrier
19.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Driffield, Bridlington and the Wolds, East Riding of Yorkshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
18.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around each premises. Please check GOV.Wales and GOV.UK for information about the following cases:
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a fourth premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire
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a small backyard flock of poultry near Lawshall, Babergh, Suffolk.
16.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
15.11.2025
British Border Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
15.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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A small backyard flock of captive birds near Watton, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
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A large commercial poultry premises near Swaffham, Breckland, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a small group of ornamental captive birds near Dawlish, Teignbridge, Devon. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about this case.
14.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Pontyberem, Carmarthenshire. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
13.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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A small backyard flock of captive birds near Gosforth, Cumberland, Cumbria. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
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A large commercial poultry premises near Poringland, South Norfolk, Norfolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
12.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed as follows:
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at a large commercial poultry premises near Woodbridge, East Suffolk, Suffolk.
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at a large commercial poultry premises near Lanark, Lanarkshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK and GOV.SCOT for further information.
09.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Welshpool, Powys. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around the premises. The Surveillance Zone extends into England. Please check GOV.WALES and GOV.UK for further information.
08.11.2025
Belgian Result
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Willy Winkelmans
08.11.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information.
07.11.2025
Bird Flu
Four further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a large commercial poultry premises near Feltwell, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk, Norfolk
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a large commercial poultry premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk
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a large commercial poultry premises near Alford, East Lindsey, Lincolnshire
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a second large commercial poultry premises near Thirsk, Thirsk and Malton, North Yorkshire.
07.11.2025
Bird Show Clarification
To clarify the situation as there seems to be some contradictory information being toted on social media.
Shows can still be held under licence as long as the venue is not in a 3Km protection zone or 10 Km surveillance zone.
Exhibitors can still exhibit as long as there C.P.H. is not in a 3Km protection zone or 10 Km surveillance zone.
06.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone are in place around each premises. Please check GOV.UK and GOV.WALES for further information about the following cases:
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in a small non-commercial poultry flock near Kirkham, Fylde, Lancashire
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at a third premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire.
An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory housing measures is now in place across of England and an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) with mandatory biosecurity measures is also in force across Great Britain.
05,11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Various restrictions are now in place around these premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a small commercial poultry flock near Corby Glen, South Kesteven, Lincolnshire
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in captive birds near Preesall, Wyre, Lancashire.
04.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Wells-Next-The-Sea, North Norfolk, Norfolk. Further information about the following case is available on GOV.UK.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises.
03.11.2025
Bird Flu
Three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Various restrictions are now in place around these premises. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a commercial poultry premises near Thirsk, Thirsk and Malton, North Yorkshire
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in captive birds near Danehill, Wealden, East Sussex
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a commercial poultry premises near Crediton, Mid Devon, Devon.
02.11.2025
Bird Flu
A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Easingwold, Wetherby and Easingwold, North Yorkshire. Further information about the following case is available on GOV.UK.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises.
01.11 2025
G.C.&.W Result
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Tim Ward
Best Novice Tony Jones
01.11.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK:
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a commercial poultry premises near Honington, West Suffolk, Suffolk
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a commercial poultry premises near Donington, South Holland, Lincolnshire. .
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
01.11 2025
Border Canary Association
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
Northern Ireland
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Colm Southern
Best Novice Jim Mc Peake
31.10.2025
Bird Flu
Four further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK and GOV.WALES:
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a second premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire
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a premises near Ormesby St Margaret, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
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a premises near Uckfield, Wealden, East Sussex
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a premises near Swineshead, Boston, Lincolnshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
30.10.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK and GOV.WALES:
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a premises near Silloth, Cumberland, Cumbria. A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
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a premises near Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
29.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Brandon, West Suffolk, Suffolk. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
29.10.2025
A.P.H.A. latest update
The latest update from A.P.H.A. refers only to the need to house outdoor poultry from 00:01 on Thursday 30 Oct 2025.
Clubs should still apply for bird gathering licences in the normal way and A.P.H.A will inform you at point of contact if there are any restrictions on the venue with regards to outbreak restrictions.
Fanciers should keep themselves informed on any restrictions in their own locality.
We will continue to put notification of all new outbreaks /restrictions on this page.
27.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Newington, Swale, Kent. Following a risk assessment, a 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
26.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Lakenheath, West Suffolk, Suffolk.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about the following case is available on GOV.UK.
26.10.2025
Oscar Marriot
It is with regret that I have to inform members and friends the passing of Oscar Marriot, Oscar always showed a good team of birds and a well respected judge, he was also well known for his show cages who with his brother produced one of the best show cages.
Condolences to the family.
Lyn Rowlands
Nottinghamshire Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
25.10.2025
Welsh/West Wales Result
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Mark Symonds
Best Novice Wyndham Williams
25.10.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Further information about the following cases is available on GOV.UK:
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a premises near Bedale, Thirsk and Malton, Yorkshire
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a second premises near Penrith, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around each premises.
25.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Cynwyd, Denbighshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Burscough, West Lancashire, Lancashire.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
19.10.2025
Cleveland Results..
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
18.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Penrith, Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
Wessex Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Mark Symonds
Best Novice Mark Standen
14.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Wybunbury, Cheshire East, Cheshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
12.10.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Stockbridge, Test Valley, Hampshire.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
11.10.2025
Doncaster Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Paul Heathcote
Best Novice John South
07.10.2025
Nottinghamshire B.F.C.C. Entries Urgent
Due to a family Bereavement Albert will not be taking entries this year.
Please send entries to :-
G Priest
32 Leniscar Avenue
Loscoe
Derbyshire
DE75 7RQ
Telephone ; 07946644480
E-mail garypriest20@yahoo.co.uk
05.10.2025
National Results
Congratulations to:-
Best in Show Jim Noonan
Best Novice John South
29.09.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Wetheral, Cumberland, Cumbria.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
13.09.2025
National Schedule
It has been brought to our attention that the closing date and benching dates were incorrect, these have now been corrected. Thanks for pointing out our error.
12.09.2025
Show Schedules
Show schedules for the National, Doncaster, Wessex,
G.C.&W., Cleveland and Nottinghamshire are now available to download.
02.09.2025
Dates for your Diary 2025
This has now been updated with information received.
Can Club Officials please check and advise of any mistakes
01.09.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near Exminster, Teignbridge, Devon.
A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
29.08.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed at a premises near near Evercreech, Frome and East Somerset, Somerset.
A 3km captive bird (monitoring) controlled zone has been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
16.08.2025
Registration of Birds with A.P.H.A
It has come to our attention that a number of fanciers
have registered on line and have still not received a reply.
We strongly advise that you contact A.P.H.A. on
03000 200 301 and they should be able to confirm your
Registration number and CPH Number.
16.08.2025
Jeff Pearce's Funeral
Jeff's funeral will take place on
Friday 29th August at 10.45 a.m.
St. Bartholomew's Church,
Church Road
Stoke on Trent
ST3 3BG
09.08.2025
Bird Flu
Low pathogenic avian influenza H5N3 has been confirmed at a premises near Dulas, Ynys Môn. A 1km Restricted Zone has been put in place around the premises.
Please check GOV.WALES for the latest information.
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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at a premises near Seaton, East Devon, Devon
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at a premises near Lifton, West Devon, Devon.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
08.08.2025
Bird Flu
Following the suspicion of highly pathogenic avian influenza with rapidly increasing mortality in commercial poultry at a premises near Woodbridge, East Suffolk, Suffolk, 3km and 10km temporary control zones (TCZs) have been put in place pending further testing.
The birds on the suspect premises will be humanely culled. All bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks.
07.08.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a fifth premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
02.08.2025
Jeff Pearce
It is with great sadness we have to report the sudden passing of Jeff Pearce.
Jeff was well known in the Fancy as Secretary of North Staffs (National) ,member of the Border Convention committee and judge.
Jeff was a familiar face at shows around the country showing his birds which he kept in partnership with his son Adam.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Our sincere condolences go to his family and friends at this sad time
Rest In Peace
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Banff, Aberdeenshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been put in place around the premises.
Please check GOV.SCOT for further information about this case.
01.082025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Yeovil, Yeovil, Somerset.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for the latest information.
31.07.2025
Bird Flu
Two further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK for further information about the following cases:
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a premises near Tiverton, Mid Devon, Devon
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a premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
29.07.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Dulverton, Tiverton and Minehead, Somerset.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
26.07.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Tow Law, Bishop Aukland, County Durham.
A 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.UK for the latest information.
24.07.2025
Website Page
The Border Convention Facebook page is currently closed for updating the Privacy & Security Settings.
22.07.2025
Registration of Birds
Please see note opposite
22.07.2025
Chairman's Update
Ronnie has updated his column.
Click latest Item to move to page
24.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Glyn Ceiriog, Wrexham.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.WALES for the latest information. The SZ for this case extends into Shropshire, England.
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Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Please check GOV.WALES for the latest information.
20.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Linton-on-Ouse, Wetherby and Easingwold, North Yorkshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
18.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Stanhope, Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
11.06.2025
Bird Flu
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Ravensthorpe, Kirklees, West Yorkshire.
A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been put in place around the premises. Further information about this case is available on GOV.UK.
21.05.2025
Dimmer Repairs
Mr. B'S
138 Woodhouse Road
Guisborough
Cleveland
TS14 6LJ
07377 965 998
This advert can be found under the contact dropdown in Items/Repairs
19.05.2025
Bird Flu Update
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Pokesdown, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset.
Following a risk assessment, a 3km Captive Bird (Monitoring) Controlled Zone has been put in place around the premises.
News And Updates
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