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Subaru XV

The Subaru XV has always suffered from an identity crisis, says Charlie Flindt, who finds the latest model nicely old fashioned and even prompting a grin on Hampshire clay. For…

Dee Taylor

Having discovered racing as an ideal subject for pop art, Dee Taylor tells Janet Menzies how Roy Lichtenstein and comic books have inspired him. For more sporting artists, Oliver Akers…

Best hip flasks

Learn how to clean your hip flask properly to prevent ever wasting a sip. Have you taken a mouthful of your best brewed sloe gin or damson vodka, only to…

Toyota Supra 3.0 Pro

It’s not winning any points with the eco-warriors, but Charlie Flindt finds the Toyota Supra 3.0 Pro to be a mile-eater and a smile-maker. Does the all-new, high-tech Defender live…

Oliver Akers Douglas

Engaged by the sporting scene just before it springs to life, Oliver Akers Douglas tells Janet Menzies why he cannot turn away from the land. For more sporting artists, Michelle…

Siena Clarke

Offered shooting lessons at school and settling on a 28-bore, everything clicked into place for Siena Clarke and she became hooked. Ever since, shooting days have centred on family, from…

Thomas Becket

The shrine of Thomas Becket was the most popular pilgrimage destination in England until the Reformation, and his murder just after Christmas was a medieval shock. Yet prior to this…

Calligraphy

Really impress with your festive greetings this year. Top calligraphy artists share their secrets with Mary Skipwith on how to master the ink. Learn more about the symbols that appear…

Moya Cherwayko

Finding a good instructor was key for Moya Cherwayko. Now she not only competes, but has also founded a luxury shooting accessories company. For more sporting Dianas, seriously sporting women…

Land Rover Defender 110S

So, can the new Land Rover Defender 110S fill the very big boots of the iconic Defender? Charlie Flindt is happy to discover on-road excellence as well as off, but…