The Gamekeepers’ Welfare Trust (GWT) is a British charitable organization dedicated to supporting gamekeepers, stalkers, ghillies, and their families, both active and retired. Their services include confidential assistance through Jamie’s Helpline, financial grants for those in need, educational bursaries for young individuals aspiring to pursue a career in wildlife management, as well as employment and housing support. 

On April 27, 2025, GWT is organizing a charity clay shoot at Grange Farm, Wittering Grange.  Laporte is proud to sponsor this event, thereby contributing to GWT’s vital efforts in supporting the gamekeeping community.

By supporting GWT, Laporte reaffirms its commitment to preserving hunting traditions and the well-being of those who uphold them. We are honored to participate in this event alongside other dedicated sponsors, thereby strengthening the bonds within the hunting community.

For more information about the Gamekeepers’ Welfare Trust and its initiatives, you can visit their official website:

  https://thegamekeeperswelfaretrust.com/what-we-do?

*Ghillies are professional hunting or fishing assistants, particularly well known in Scotland and other parts of the UK. Their role is to accompany and guide sportsmen and women across private estates, most notably for:
    • salmon fishing on rivers,
    • deer stalking in the Highlands,
    • and game management on large country estates.
More than just guides, ghillies are the custodians of a deep, traditional knowledge of the land, wildlife, tracking, shooting and angling. Their intimate understanding of the terrain and their quiet presence are often the key to a successful day in the field. They ensure not only efficiency, but also safety, discretion, and a profound respect for nature.
While well recognised in the UK countryside, the profession of the ghillie remains relatively unknown outside the English-speaking world — yet it is a proud pillar of Britain’s rural heritage.
Of course, they stand side by side with the equally dedicated gamekeepers and stalkers, who play an essential role in managing wildlife, conserving habitats, and sustaining the countryside for future generations.