The 2026 grouse season is shaping up to be the best for three years, with the Countryside Alliance saying all the signs point to a much improved season ahead of the Twelfth on 12 August. Who shares in a good grouse season? Useful links Countryside Alliance – Adrian Blackmore’s article on this season’s prospectsFrequently asked questions When does the grouse season open? The red grouse season opens on 12 August, the Glorious Twelfth, fixed in law since the Game Act 1831. What does a good grouse season mean for upland communities?