Need advice on the best weapons.

[Steve]

A quality spring powered air rifle, like a Weihrauch HW80 or Air Arms TX200 in 0.177 calibre will put a rabbit or pigeon in the pot. Ammunition is light and cheap, buy a good brand like JSB Exact or Air Arms Field. Telescopic sights with at least 50mm objective and a magnification range that goes down to 3 or 4 will allow hunting at dusk, very important. I would recommend a 56mm scope if funds permit.