Charlotte Mackaness doffs her paper hat to a cracking invention that makes each Christmas go with a bang.
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The 12 Field days of Christmas
Christmas is all the more jolly for the sporting opportunities it brings. Whether you are headed for a boxing day shoot or hunt meet, feeding the family on game from…
How to clean silver well
It may be one of those Christmas tasks you are keen to delay, but learning how to clean silver well is essential ahead of the festive lunch. There is much…
How to cook a three-bird roast
Skip the standard turkey and dreaded dryness with an impressive roast fit for royalty this Christmas. The same turkey can get repetitive, so learn how to cook a three-bird roast…
How to make your own Christmas crackers
Learn how to make Christmas crackers to ensure your Christmas goes with a bang.
Christmas animals: bestiary of a feast day
From uncomplaining donkey to traitorous wren, animals have always played a part in Christian iconography. The Field examines their role in celebrating Christmas
Rural community churches: serving a rural congregation
Rural community churches are central to village life, as often they are the only community building left. This is never more pronounced than at Christmas, as three Anglican bishops tell…
The Field’s Christmas gift guide for sprogs
If you’ve been tasked with stuffing a sporting small’s stocking this year, take inspiration from The Field’s Christmas gift guide for sprogs. From a sporting piggy bank for precious pennies…
Royal coat of arms: spotted nave gazing
The Royal coat of arms is just one of the fascinating things you may spy in a local church, while your mind wanders wickedly from the sermon. But where did…
Behold, angels: the origin of angels
Angels are integral to our Christmas tradition, from featuring in nativity scenes and carols to adorning the top of the tree, but few are aware of their pre-biblical origins. These…