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The history of the punt gun
Throughout the history of firearms the big gun has exercised a fascination among various shooters but it was not until the 19th century that its use on land began to…
The Bedlington terrier: a good family pet
It is, perhaps, the most disappointing two hours of my life. I am sitting in a cafe in Bedlington, the old Northumberland mining town after which the eponymous Bedlington terrier…
Homemade Christmas Pimm’s. A recipe for festive spirit
Raid the drinks cabinet and combine your haul to make delicious homemade Christmas Pimm’s. An essential for some proper festive spirit. By making your own you can change the ingredients…
Freezing game: 10 things you should know
We asked chef Philippa Davis for her top tip on freezing game. She said: “This applies to anything you freeze and was installed in me by my grandparents! It’s all…
The top 10 best pheasant recipes
The Field's top 10 best pheasant recipes will ensure your brace never bores on the plate
The 5 best alternatives to Christmas pudding
Follow The Field’s recipes for the best alternatives to Christmas pudding. With boozy brownies, a fruitcake from the WI and biscotti for the smalls, there will be a Christmas pud…
The best country Christmas cards for sporting festive cheer
Festive missives are best sent on cards with proper credentials, even better, and in support of a cracking countryside cause. Take your pick from The Field’s round-up of the best…
Experts have their say on what’s best: over-and-under or side-by-side?
A panel of shooting experts was asked to comment on the following qualities commonly associated with over-and-unders. (Read Mike Yardley’s article on the enduring appeal of the side-by-side shotgun.) They…
Shooting: Tipping the gamekeeper when game shooting
Shooting manners and shooting etiquette: tipping the gamekeeper when game shooting