Cooper Geoff & Catherine

PIPA Exclusive

G&C Cooper has chosen PIPA as exclusive online seller. This means that birds offered on PIPA are first hand and directly offered by G&C Cooper. Pigeons bred by G&C Cooper offered on other websites are not directly offered and are second hand.

Contact info

Website

http://geoffcooper-pigeons.com/

Distances

Long distance

Pau: 974 km
Barcelona: 1252 km
Agen: 961 km
Perpignan: 1164 km
Narbonne: 1114 km
Sint-Vincent: 877 km

Loft Report

Out of necessity, Geoff & Catherine Cooper (UK) had to focus on one loft racing, but they did it with success

01/04/2022 - The last two years have been far from normal for UK pigeon fanciers, Brexit, Covid and bird flu meant that racing was either postponed or restricted to racing within the UK.

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Geoff & Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) and their extraordinary hen Wollongong

09/03/2021 - The amazing hen of Geoff and Catherine Cooper that is Wollongong, was hatched in 2010. As a young bird she was a consistent racer, good from the first young bird race to the last.

Loft Report

Victoria Falls World Challenge team visits top UK fanciers

05/05/2020 - Geoff Armand and Richard Hulley from Victoria Falls visited some of the top performers in the UK together with their UK shipping agent Pieter Oberholster. This was to introduce fanciers to the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race which is an annual yearling race scheduled for August 14th this year.

PIPA TV

PIPA TV: Geoff & Catherine Cooper (UK) introduces us to George, the best pigeon they ever had

09/04/2020 - Geoff & Catherine Cooper were very lucky to have a top racing bird with George. But he developed into an even better breeder. All 3 their 1th Section winners of 2019 are for instance grandchildren of George.

Loft Report

Geoff & Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) created a strong strain of pigeons

26/11/2019 - For very many years the loft of Geoff and Catherine Cooper, based in Peasedown St John in the south western county of Somerset, has been considered as one of the very best National racing lofts in the UK.

Pigeon news

A report on the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent on 16th July 2023, held in conjunction with the international

21/07/2023 - The British International Championship[ Club St Vincent were liberated on the Sunday at 08:00CEST into intermittent clouds, a south-west wind and good visibility. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report on the provisional result of the British International Championship Club race from St Philbert on 27th May 2023

01/06/2023 - 238 members sent 2797 pigeons to St Philbert with the British International Championship Club. They were liberated at 07.45CEST into ENE winds. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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Geoff & Catherine Cooper (UK) victims of pigeon theft

29/11/2022 - Several pigeons were stolen from the British couple from Peasedown St John. Police are investigating and linking the case to other similar thefts across the UK and Europe.

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A report on the Central Southern Classic Flying Club young bird race from Guernsey on 27th August 2022

01/09/2022 - Ninety-eight members sent nine hundred and seventy-six young birds to Guernsey with the Central Southern Classic Flying Club. They were liberated at 08.50CEST. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from Tarbes on 15th July 2022, held in conjunction with the international

26/07/2022 - 63 members sent 332 pigeons to Tarbes with the British International Championship Club. They were liberated at 07.20CEST. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

Auction news

New auctions: Saban Saatdüzen, Piet Blancke, Jeroen & Stijn Rans, Tom Van Gaver, G&C Cooper, Pallatt KBDB Elite, OLR Special & J. Doldersum & Zn.

28/03/2022 - Monday the 28th of December these auctions will start: Saban Saatdüzen (BE), Piet Blancke (BE), Jeroen & Stijn Rans (BE), Tom Van Gaver (BE), G&C Cooper (UK), Pallatt KBDB Elite (UK), OLR Special & J. Doldersum & Zn. (NL).

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New auction: Jewels of the Sky Hyper Exclusive

21/02/2022 - Monday the 21st of February this new auction will start: Jewels of the sky Hyper Exclusive.

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New auctions: Mark Gilbert & G. & C. Cooper

19/01/2022 - Wednesday the 19th of January these new auctions will start: Mark Gilbert (UK) en G&C Cooper (UK).

Pigeon news

Legendary breeder 'George' of Geoff & Catherine Cooper died yesterday

28/12/2021 - Sad news, yesterday, 27th of December 2021, George, the world famous pigeon of Geoff & Catherine Cooper died five days short of being 18 years old.

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A report on the British Barcelona Club race from Elgin on 2nd July 2021

04/07/2021 - 57 member sent 376 pigeons to the British Barcelona Club race from Elgin. They were liberated at 09.15CEST. Only two day birds were timed with the rest coming the following day. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report on the Central Southern Classic Flying Club race from Elgin on 2nd July 21

04/07/2021 - 46 members sent 226 pigeon to Elgin with the Central Southern Classic Flying Club. They were liberated at 09.15CEST. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from Berwick on 19th June 2021

23/06/2021 - 207 members sent 2,624 pigeons to Berwick with the British International Championship Club. They were liberated at 10.45CEST. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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Flying Tribute to HRH Prince Philip

23/04/2021 - HRH Queen Elizabeth is the Patron of the Royal Racing Pigeon Association and races pigeons to the Royal Lofts at Sandringham.

Auction news

Auction weekend ends; Jan Hooymans (NL) 5,400 EURO / pigeon, Jelle Jellema (NL) 3,409 EURO / pigeon

05/04/2021 - These auctions ended on Sunday April 4: Vermeerbergen-Wilms, Yves Vandepoel, Jan Hooymans, Derek Rooney, Cor De Heijde, Geoff & Catherine Cooper, Jelle Jellema, Mike Ganus & Youri Deblanc.

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Auction weekend ends at 295,000 EURO, Frans Bungeneers (BE) 3,311 EURO / pigeon, Karlo van Rompaey (BE) 3,083 EURO / pigeon

15/03/2021 - These auctions ended on Sunday 14 March: Bruges Barcelona Club, Karlo Van Rompaey, Demaret-Marichal, Kees Nijeboer, Franz-Josef Irmer, Alexandre Margris, Geoff & Catherine Cooper, SG Blackert Markus & Albrecht, Pieter Veenstra, Pieter Woord & Frans Bungeneers .

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Auction weekend ends at 227,650 EURO total, Jan Hooymans (NL) 3,362 EURO / pigeon, Pieter Veenstra (NL) 1,881 EURO / pigeon

11/10/2020 - These auctions ended on Sunday 11 October: Jan Hooymans (NL), Luc De Laere (BE), Geoff & Catherine Cooper (UK), Anders Bo Brøbech (DK), Mark Walker (UK) & Pieter Veenstra (NL).

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A report on the provisional result of the British International Championship Club race from Agen in conjunction with the International

27/07/2020 - 114 members sent 496 pigeons to Agen with the British International Championship Club, to compete in conjunction with the International. They were liberated at 07.00CEST. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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Geoff & Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK)

04/06/2020 - One of the very best National long distance racing lofts in the UK.

Auction news

Great auction weekend on PIPA closes with 442,275 euro! Jelle Jellema (NL) 85,500 euro for 25 young birds, Wendela Wiersema (NL) 3,375 euro/bird

15/04/2020 - The following auctions closed on Sunday 12th of April: Wilfred Sebens (NL), Frans Belleter (NL), Wendela Wiersema (NL), Derek Rooney (UK), Hardy Krüger (DE), Pieter Veenstra (NL), Geoff & Catherine Cooper (UK), Rudi De Saer (BE), Collectors items, Jelle Jellema (NL) & Etienne Meirlaen (BE).

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Auction weekend has total revenue of 372,125 euro - Vincent Schroeder 4,280 euro/bird - New Willeke 13,600 euro

06/12/2019 - Ten different auctions ended on Sunday 1st of December, in which 160 pigeons were sold for 372,125 euro, or an average of 2,325 euro/bird. We briefly discuss each auction below.

PIPA TV

PIPA TV: Geoff & Catherina Cooper (UK) talk about the difficulties their pigeons have to face on the international races

20/11/2019 - Geoff & Catherine Cooper live in the west of England. They explain and show how their pigeons, after many hours of flying in an international race, still have to cross water for about 200 km, before arriving in England. Three of their birds managed to win a 1st international over the last 10 years. Unique achievement.

Loft Report

Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasdown St John, UK) prepare for the international races

20/06/2019 - Top international competitors, Geoff and Catherine Cooper from Peasdown St John in the UK, compete in a series of national races as a prelude to the international race programme. Starting at distances of 300km through to 500km, these hours on the wing are vital to allow the international team to compete at races over 800km.

News

Auctions close at 222,750 euro - 21,500 EURO for Runner Up Ace of Wendela Wiersema - PIPA Elite Center gets average of 8,350 euro/bird

10/04/2019 - A total of 100 pigeons were sold last Sunday, raising 222,750 euro in total. This results in an average of 2,227 euro per bird.

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Auctions raise almost 400,000 euro – Eria of Jo Bauters sold for 30,500 euro – Dirk Deroose raises 3,330 euro/youngster

10/12/2018 - 9 different auctions closed on Sunday, raising 395,175 euro in total for 160 pigeons, with an average of 2,470 euro/pigeon. We briefly discuss each individual auction.

Loft Report

Geoff & Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK)

04/12/2018 - The Cooper’s are a household name in the pigeon sport, and after a lifetime of racing and breeding, in 2018 they still feature in the International races. At the same time, they can hold their own in local club and federation races, which they use to begin the fitness regime for the season.

News

A report on the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent, in conjunction with the international

19/07/2018 - Seventy-six members entered three hundred and fourteen pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent, held in conjunction with the international. They were liberated at 07.00CEST into a light southerly wind. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

Loft Report

GG & CJ Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) win 2nd National Pau

30/06/2018 - The “Wizards of the West,” G.G. & C.J. Cooper, conjured up a magical performance from the recent Pau International, on 24-06-18. The 11.739 birds were liberated at 07-00am (EST). The easterly winds meant a difficult race would ensue.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from Pau on 23rd June 2018

27/06/2018 - Ninety-eight members entered four hundred and five pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from Pau, held in conjunction with the international. After a one day holdover they were liberated at 07.00CEST. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from Cholet on 27th May 2018

08/06/2018 - Two thousand, eight hundred and fifty-three pigeons were entered into the British International Champioinship Club race from Cholet. After a one day holdover due to poor weather, they were liberated at 07.30CEST into a south-west wind. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members verifications.

Loft Report

Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) have another fantastic season in 2017

14/12/2017 - The partnership of Geoff and Catherine Cooper has once again excelled in the international races in 2017. From Pau (Mont de Marsan) they had the only three pigeons on the day in their section. From St Vincent and Agen they again topped the section with the only birds on the day. Tremendous performances.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent on 15th July 2017, in conjunction with the international

17/07/2017 - Fifty-nine members entered two hundred and seventy-eight pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent, in conjunction with the International. They were liberated at 07.30CEST into clear skies. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from Agen, in conjunction with the international

07/07/2017 - The international race from Agen, including 875 birds from 181 fanciers in the UK that were sent with the British International Championship Club were held over for four days due to bad weather. They were liberated at 07.00CEST on Tuesday 4th July into blue skies and a clear line of flight. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from Mont-de-Marsan in conjunction with the International Colombe Joyeuse race on 24th June 2017

26/06/2017 - 130 members entered 508 pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from Pau in conjunction with the international. Due to poor weather the birds were moved back to Mont-de-Marsan and after a one day holdover they were liberated at 07.35CEST into west north-westerly winds. The following is a report on the UK provisional result.

Loft Report

Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasdown St John, UK) have another fantastic season

11/12/2016 - Racing from France to the UK is always very difficult, the cross winds over the sea make the temperature over the water 10 degrees colder than on the land. Many birds are not strong enough to cope with this challenge and do not return.

Loft Report

Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) win 1st Open and 1st Section NW 2,937 birds from Coutances

18/05/2016 - Geoff and Catherine Cooper had an excellent result from this week's race with the Central Southern Classic Flying Club, covering most of central southern England. Their widowhood cock Farmer Forrest won the 1st Open and 1st Section NW from Coutances (163 miles) 2,937 b. with a 63 ypm lead.

News

A report on the British International Championship Club race from Falaise on 30th April 2016

03/05/2016 - Three hundred and twenty-six members entered three thousand, seven hundred and seventy-four pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from Falaise on 30th April 2016. They were liberated at 10.00 BST into light north-west winds. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

Loft Report

Looking back on another successful season for Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK)

22/01/2016 - It is difficult if not impossible to imagine a racing season for Geoff and Catherine Cooper that was not littered with top performances. In 2015, the Coopers performed with distinction yet again by winning races at club, federation, national and international level!

Loft Report

It was only a matter of time – Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) win 1st and 2nd international hens St Vincent 2015

05/10/2015 - Year upon year, fanciers have looked upon the results achieved by Geoff and Catherine Cooper in wonder. Many thought that the westerly winds that blew across the UK on race days in 2015 would hamper their cause however they still managed 3 x 1st and 1 x 2nd section (provincial) in the early season BICC races.

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A report on the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent on 10th July, in conjunction with the international

16/07/2015 - Eighty-one members entered two hundred and ninety-nine pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent, in conjunction with the international. They were liberated at 5.45BST into a light south-east wind. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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Geoff & Catherine Cooper win 1. International St. Vincent hens & 1. and 3. National St.Vincent

13/07/2015 -

Loft Report

Consistency personified: Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) claim 3 provincial victories already in 2015

03/07/2015 - Pigeon racing in the western side of the United Kingdom has been demanding so far in 2015. Strong westerly winds each weekend has meant that the birds have had to battle hard to find their way to their home lofts. Many successful lofts have found it difficult to achieve top results week after week but for Geoff and Catherine Cooper; these are the conditions that their birds like best!

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A report of the British International Championship Club race from Pau (in conjunction with the international) on June 19th 2015

22/06/2015 - One hundred and forty-eight members entered five hundred and thirty-eight pigeons into the British International Championship Club race from Pau. They were liberated at 06.15BST into a north-westerly wind. The following is a report on the provisional result according to members' telephone verifications.

Loft Report

Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) enjoy another season at the top in 2014

06/10/2014 - The Cooper dynasty of racing pigeons continues to go from strength to strength. 2014 saw the Coopers achieve several top ten positions in challenging BICC international races; including yet another national victory from Tours to add to their collection.

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A report of the British International Championship Club young bird race from Falaise on the 13th September 2014

15/09/2014 - One hundred and seventy-six members sent one thousand, two hundred and sixty three young birds to Falaise with the British International Championship Club. They were liberated at 08.30am BST into clear skies. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report of the British International Championship Club race from St Vincent in conjunction with the international race

16/07/2014 - After a one day holdover, the three hundred and two birds entered into the international race from St Vincent were liberated on Saturday 14th July at 6.35am BST into a light west wind. There were no UK birds on the day, but day two brought the first, long awaited, arrivals. The following is a report on the provisional result based on members' verifications.

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A report of the British International Championship Club race from Agen on 27th June 2014 in conjunction with the international race.

02/07/2014 - One hundred and twenty four members of the British International Championship Club entered five hundred and thirty two birds into the race from Agen in conjunction with the international. Along with over nineteen thousand other pigeons, they were liberated on Friday 27th June at 5.45am BST into a light south west wind. The following is a report on the provisional result according to member's verifications.

Loft Report

Geoff and Catherine Cooper (Peasedown St John, UK) win 1st National BICC Tours

08/06/2014 - Geoff and Catherine Cooper need little introduction to the international pigeon fancy. They have an insatiable thirst to achieve top results in national and international races with their latest success from Tours merely whetting their appetite for further success in 2014.

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A report of the British International Championship Club race from Tours on 31st May 2014

02/06/2014 - Three thousand, six hundred and forty one birds were entered into the British International Championship Club race from Tours. They were liberated at 6.30am into a light north easterly wind. The following is a report on the provisional result based on telephone verifications.

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A report of the British Barcelona Club race from Messac on 17th May 2014

20/05/2014 - Two hundred and ninety five members entered two thousand, three hundred and sixty one birds into the British Barcelona Club race from Messac. They were liberated at 7.45am into a light north easterly wind turning south west on route. The following is a report of the provisional result based on telephone verifications.

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A report of the British International Championship Club race from Falaise on the 5th May 2014

06/05/2014 - Three thousand, two hundred and twenty nine pigeons were entered into the first British International Championship Club race from Falaise on the 5th May 2014. They were liberated at 8.00am into sunshine and a light north easterly wind. The provisional result is as follows.