Browning 525 SL

Now with a new, blue, laminate stock, the new Browning 525 SL feels very different to other 525s. With very low recoil, good balance and the ability to shot hard,…

Simulated shooting house parties

Simulated days were once shooting’s driving range, but as demand has grown they have become much more sophisticated, and now almost imitate the real thing. Jamie Blackett advises on where…

Spiced crab thermidor

For something a little bit different, try Philippa Davis’ spiced crab thermidor for your next supper party. Perfect for a starter that packs a punch, allspice is central to the…

Lionel Edwards

Though painted long before most of us were hunting, iconic sporting artist Lionel Edwards captured red-letter days with hounds as we still imagine them today, says Janet Menzies. For more…

Game Week

Venison is wonderful with spicy, bold flavours. Try Philippa Davis’ Jamaican-inspired slow-cooked shoulder of venison with jerk seasoning, rice and peas for a game supper that really packs a punch.…

The Field

Queen Victoria’s bicentennial number; Fieldsports in the days of empire; Putting Victoria’s name on it – pomp and pageantry for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee; Firearms to stop charging big game…

Suzuki Jimny SZ5

Everyone’s favourite little SUV is back. Charlie Flindt finds himself slightly alarmed by the Suzuki Jimny SZ5 at first sight, but is pleased to find that all the best bits…

Princess Hélène of Orléans

A noted foxhunter and fine shot, Princess Hélène of Orléans was remarkable for her passionate devotion to Africa – travelling there throughout her life, even when ill health did not…

Indoor shooting practice

Indoor shooting practice is invaluable to refining your rifle and shotgun technique before facing big game. Michael Yardley tries a few impressive facilities, with cinema-quality backdrops and instant feedback on…