It was at Labour’s annual party conference a quarter of a century ago that the mask slipped. With an election looming, Tony Blair was again pledging to ban foxhunting. The…
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Best shoot lunch. Is yours up to scratch?
The best shoot lunch can be hearty or meagre, on the hill or in the hut, stewed in port or fizzing with the best champagne. It all depends what fits…
Traditional British Puds
Even Agatha Christie’s most diehard fans would not claim that the title tale of the short-story collection she published in 1960 is her finest mystery. The Adventure of the Christmas…
Where to buy the best Christmas turkeys
Pick out the best Christmas turkey and you’ll be making your festive feast one to remember. Choose from The Field’s pick of the best Christmas turkeys. And have it delivered…
Recipes for slow-cooking game: pheasant, venison, partridge, lamb
Slow-cooking offers many advantages to the time-pressed cook and much of the game and venison we enjoy is perfect for a leisurely simmer in the oven over a few hours.…
The Irish terrier: a dog designed by a dog
The Irish terrier has been described many ways historically: the farmer’s friend, the poor man’s sentinel and the gentleman’s favourite. In Ireland he’s often known as the ‘red devil’, so…
The best backgammon sets chosen by The Field
There is something timeless about backgammon; it must rank as the most elegant of boardgames while its ability to entertain everyone from teenagers onwards remains legendary. Beautifully made examples make…
The best gun slips
When you have a good gun slip in your possession you hardly notice the potential flaws a bad slip can cause you. Aching shoulders, weak leather or worst of all…
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 sure…
How to store apples correctly
September marks the start of the new British apple season and knowing how to store apples correctly is useful if you’ve had a particuarly bountiful harvest from your apple tree.…