Shooting gilets have become a staple of any countryman or woman’s wardrobe. They are versatile, hardwearing, easy to wash and a garment hard to do without. They are ideal wear…
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What to wear shooting: dress code and some must-have essentials
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Shooting etiquette: some do’s and don’ts
A shooting etiquette checklist Do Respond to a shooting invitation promptly. As any host will know, waiting for weeks for a guest to answer is unhelpful. Ask if you can…
Best Shooting Coats
Choosing the best shooting coat is an important decision for any sportsman but The Field is here to help. However, before plunging into our look at shooting coats, be…
Experience the thrill: get tickets for Defender Burghley 2026 and vote for Stamford’s best dressed shop window
Defender Burghley Horse Trials frequently ranks in the Top 10 of UK Sporting Events* and in 2026 will take place from Thursday, 3 September to Sunday, 6 September. Held in…
Shotgun parts and types: a useful guide
The three main types of shotgun Side-by-side A break-action shotgun with two barrels mounted next to each other (side-by-side). Famed for its slim build and speed of loading, it is…
Stalking rifles for the hill and beyond
Whether taking to the heather of the Highlands in pursuit of the monarch of the glen or searching the woodlands of the Home Counties for a sorrel, stalkers need a…
Dame Prue Leith interviewed by The Field
Prue Leith is insatiable. One of her earliest memories is her father saying “never get between Prue and her victuals”. But this hunger and passion is for pretty much everything:…
Which butterflies have you seen?
Many of the UK’s butterflies are under threat but, thanks to Butterfly Conservation, it is not all doom and gloom. Deirdre Shields is all of a flutter.