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Lead shot
The major shooting organisations have decided to endorse a move away from lead shot to…
Venison salad niçoise
Even without chairs, a table or pressed linen, don’t let your culinary standards slip alfresco.…
Cockerpoo gundogs: the rise of the cockerpoo
There are no official Kennel Club figures, but the popularity of cockerpoos is undeniable. Now…
Aoife Bakonyi Byrne, sporting Diana
With two inspirational sporting Dianas in her family, Aoife Bakonyi Byrne discovered her passion for…
Shooting
Airgun guide. What to shoot and what to buy.
Whether you are an experienced shot looking for a new airgun or a beginner giving…
Rook shooting: four-and-twenty black birds
It was once a traditional part of the country calendar, but organised rook shooting has…
Guide to shotgun choke. Everything you need to know.
How to make the most of shotgun choke...a how-to guide from The Field
The 10 most expensive guns in the world
The most expensive guns in the world are, sadly, not a ticket to instantly becoming…
Food & Drink
Pheasant sausages. Game that goes with a bang
The spoils of the season are not just for winter suppers. If your freezer is…
Best BBQ game recipes: The Field’s guide to National BBQ Week
It’s National BBQ Week so prepare to raid the freezer and wheel out the barbecue.…
Michael Caines’ salad of woodpigeon, mangetout and hazelnuts
Pigeon is far from humble on the plate. In fact, it is Michelin-starred chef approved.…
Asparagus tempura with feta, mint and chilli dip
The British asparagus season is short and sweet at just six weeks, so put those…
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Clothing & kit
The top ten best gumboots
Quintessentially British and remarkably useful, gumboots are essential kit in the field. From smart Le…
My favourite bit of kit: Rob Fenwick chooses his shooting box
With a sliding compartment for guns, hidey hole of ammo, enough room for wet clothes…
