How to master the driven pheasant; Vintage shotguns for high birds; Grayling, the winter princess of fly-fishing; The joys of hunting with a visiting pack; Traditional hats for old-school sportsmen;…
The Field
Pheasant, madeira and kale pie. For supper or shoot lunch
Philippa Davis’ pheasant, madeira and kale pie with cheddar and caraway pastry makes the perfect comfort food supper for when the temperatures drop. Rich and creamy, the cooking method ensures…
Dr Nina Krüger, sporting Diana
Dr Nina Krüger’s passion for hunting was sparked by a trip to a high seat with her father. With a degree in biology and PhD in molecular biology, she now…
Mercedes Benz E-Class All-Terrain
Few cars will be greeted with as much joy as an estate car with off-road ability. The Mercedes Benz E-Class All-Terrain ticks all of these boxes. But Charlie Flindt will…
October 2018
High birds galore – Real corkers to start the new season; Buying another shooting coat? – We review a range of top waterproofs; Beretta’s latest game gun – The £18,725…
Raspberry, cardamom and custard tart
Make a pretty pud with the last of the garden’s raspberry harvest. Philippa Davis’ raspberry, cardamom and custard tart is guaranteed to go down a treat. And if you don’t…
Luxury country house bathrooms: guests getting into hot water
From drafts, cold water and wooden tubs to decadent levels of comfort today, country house bathrooms have been transformed says Jeremy Musson. But what are the essentials of luxury country…
Tomato sorbet. Savoury sorbet to start
Savoury sorbets make a great starter course. And with tomatoes at their very best right now, even served frozen they pack a flavourful punch. Try Philippa Davis’ tomato sorbet for…
Pot roast partridge with figs, honey and balsamic
It’s September – and time to start enjoying plenty of game suppers. Philippa Davis’ pot roast partridge with figs, honey and balsamic is a clever way to keep the bird…
Celebrating 150 years of golden retrievers
What are considered the first golden retriever pups were born 150 years ago, and enthusiasts marked the occassion with an anniversary trial. David Tomlinson joined the celebrations, while considering how…