When David Ross celebrated a recent milestone birthday, he asked friends whether they could give him trees as presents. “I’m obsessed by them,” says the landowner, entrepreneur and philanthropist. “I…
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The Field’s 50 British heroes
Captain Eric ‘Winkle’ Brown (1919-2016) Born in Leith, ‘Winkle’ (on account of his diminutive stature) Brown’s passion for aviation was cemented at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin when a chance…
A Fieldy guide to wedding gifts
So what to do for a wedding gift? Etiquette suggests you should always send a present to the happy couple when you receive an invitation, even if you can’t attend.…
Our diary dates for June 2026
The Field’s June 2026 diary 1-30 June Rose Garden 30th Anniversary Celebrations Borde Hill, West Sussex Borde Hill 4 June GWCT Leicestershire and Rutland Clay Day Prestwold Hall, Loughborough GWCT…
The Jack Russell terrier: the rise of a rural favourite
What is it about Jack Russells that the true countryman and woman cannot resist? After all, they can be about as obedient as an angry iguana, are capable of taking…
What it was like to live in the real Rutshire of Jilly Cooper’s Rivals?
The Cotswolds’ Slad Valley is famous as the idyllic setting for Laurie Lee’s Cider with Rosie but increasingly the area is associated with another beloved author: Dame Jilly Cooper. (Read…
Cast your vote now in The Field Top Dog Awards 2026 in association with Skinner’s
Honouring all breeds of dog irrespective of function or form, The Field Top Dog Awards acknowledges the importance and invaluable contribution of Britain’s best canine companions. Whether being towelled down…
Win a VIP experience to the Game Fair 24 – 26 July 2026 in our prize draw
The annual pilgrimage to The Game Fair is always a much-anticipated fixture in the diary but just imagine a full VIP experience, including tickets for all three days (24, 25,…
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Here at The Field, we’re always keen to know what readers think and feel about our publication, whether you are a long-time subscriber or an occasional visitor. From shoot reports…