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Pheasant, curly kale and mature cheddar lasagne
Philippa Davis’ pheasant, curly kale and mature cheddar lasagne makes a warming family supper – ideal for smalls and those who have not tried game before – or serve for…
How to manage felt recoil while shooting
A bad experience with felt recoil can knock confidence and put new shots off entirely. In our Ladies Supplement, Michael Yardley advises female guns on the art of managing recoil…
Pheasant leg confit with leek, stilton and hazelnut crumble
Roasting a pheasant whole is magnificent for younger birds, but as the season presses on it is best to joint them. Philippa Davis’ pheasant leg confit with leek, stilton and…
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels: surprisingly sporty
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels were bred to be foot warmers and lapdogs in Tudor England, but they haven’t forgotten their spaniel ancestry, says David Tomlinson. They could make pocket rocket…
Megan Rowland, sporting Diana
Despite not growing up with a family connection to fieldsports, while working as a volunteer Megan Rowland became hooked on deerstalking. Now as an assistant land manager, she hopes to…
Types of grouse: which is toughest?
Types of grouse is a much debated point. Are Scottish grouse really tougher to shoot than those across the border, asks Sir Johnny Scott. For more on our favourite gamebird,…
Partridge spring rolls with plum sauce
Partridge is a super gamebird for newcomers to game and it is fantastically versatile. Try Philippa Davis’ partridge spring rolls with plum sauce – a fun and unexpected starter than…
Foot followers: by foot or by crook…
Hunting is not just for the mounted. Foot followers are also at the heart of the action, an impressive collective who bring knowledge, dedication and essential snacks with them, says…
The 2019 Macnab Challenge
The Field’s 2019 Macnab Challenge, in association with Blaser, is underway. It is a challenge that many attempt and few complete, making entry to the Macnab Club one of the…