Could you name all of Britain’s sheep breeds? There is an astonishing variety grazing our hills today. Johnny Scott unravels the history of the country’s sheep farming to explain why…
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Best luxury eggs: a thoroughly good egg
Easter should be a time to enjoy eggs exactly as nature intended – not the commercialised chocolate creations favoured by a certain rabbit. The choice of best luxury eggs is…
Collecting wild bird eggshells
Today, children tend to experience nature via museums and television programmes. But Tony Ladd’s childhood hobby was collecting wild bird eggshells and now his stunning replicas make extraordinary art. As…
20 most famous horses: first past the post
From the real, record-holding horses to those of myth and legend, Sarah Fitzpatrick chooses the mounts and steeds that continue to capture our imagination. The 20 most famous horses include…
How to reduce gundog shedding
As the seasons change and our gundog lose their coats, time spent with the hoover seems inevitable. Moulting is a natural process and not one that can be stopped entirely,…
How to make carnation vodka
Once you have mastered the standard hedgerow tipples, it is time to look beyond sloe gin and damson vodka. Consider something a little more unusual for next season’s hipflask. Carnation…
Claire Sadler, sporting Diana
Having grown up with a love for the outdoors, Claire Sadler is now BASC’s first female vice-chairman and passionate about encouraging the next generation into the field. For more sporting…
How to clean velvet slippers
Velvet slippers are an essential for staying at home in style. If you have inherited a pair that require some TLC, do not leave them to fester in the attic…
The Naked Truth Dunrunnin Rehoming Kennels 2020 Calendar
A group of sporting owners and voluteers have gone sans garments for greyhounds. And as well as raising funds, they are dispelling a few myths about the breed, too. Pencil…
How to remove stains on an Aga
Is a stain proving a pain? As the staple in a country home, it’s likely that the beloved Aga will suffer a few stubborn stains, seemingly impossible to move on.…