Setters are one of our oldest sporting gundog breeds and to shoot over them is widely regarded as the greatest sport in these islands. But now, competition on the Continent…
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The Editor’s 12 top tips for grouse shooting
Top Tips for shooting grouse including what to wear and how to shoot your share
Ginger ale ham with soft rolls
Hearty fare that can be served from a pocket is required for a day on the hill. Philippa Davis’ ginger ale ham with soft rolls are simple to put together…
How to live off the land: The Field’s month by month guide
Modern takes on how to live off the land is often heavy on edible flowers and common weeds and light on fur, feather and fin. Adrian Dangar suggest a modern…
How to make homemade compost with newspaper
Bulk up the compost heap by using your old newspapers. Follow our advice on how to make homemade compost with newspaper. It is very simple and will put the used…
How to make the best pheasant burgers
Don’t leave your game festering in the freezer over the summer. It should not be the reserve for winter suppers, as game makes excellent BBQ fare, too. This recipe for…
Types of grouse: which is toughest?
Types of grouse is a passionately debated point. Are there distinct subscpecies of our favourite gamebird and, if so, which is the toughest? Sir Johnny Scott investigates whether Scottish grouse…
George Digweed’s guide to grouse
From why grouse present such a challenge to how to shoot successfully on the moor, George Digweed shares his top tips in this guide to grouse. Whether this season will…
September 2020
Grey partridge saviours – the heroes behind the birds’ revival; Driven grouse in the Borders – family and friends at Thirlestane Castle; Do we need hot gundogs? – why most…
Traditional roast grouse recipe
Few things can beat our traditional roast grouse recipe. And especially with the first brace of the season. A young bird is best cooked the traditional way, so make this…