Sarah Kate Byrne has hunted since she was four, and started riding sidesaddle at just twelve years old. Today she brings vintage flair and flamboyance to her role as a…
THE FIELD
Beretta SL3 over and under
Michael Yardley is impressed by the Beretta SL3 over and under – a new, upmarket model from the industry giant. He finds it solid, sound when shot, impeccably finished –…
The alternatives to culling bull calves: the white stuff
Customer confidence is being lost by the culling of bull calves at birth. Happily, modern development and past traditions are offering alternatives. Tim Field discusses the alternatives to culling bull…
ISUZU D-Max Huntsman
Charlie Flindt is so impressed by the ISUZU D-Max Huntsman that he has gone all Henry Higgins. Has the Defender-sized hole in the market finally been filled? For more on…
FAIR Lincoln Vogue 20-bore
Having always had a lot of time for no-frills Lincolns, Michael Yardley is pleased to find the FAIR Lincoln Vogue 20-bore a well-made, good shooting gun at an attractive price.…
Owen Williams, sporting artist
Owen Williams’ work is inspired by watching wildlife at a time that belongs to nature, rather than humans. He explains his affinity for to Janet Menzies, and why he has…
Clutching at straw: rising demand for straw
Straw used to be an inconvenient by-product, but now demand is rising as it is used for everything from animal fodder to fuel, says Tim Field. For more on farming,…
November 2018
How to master the driven pheasant; Vintage shotguns for high birds; Grayling, the winter princess of fly-fishing; The joys of hunting with a visiting pack; Traditional hats for old-school sportsmen;…
Pheasant, madeira and kale pie. For supper or shoot lunch
Philippa Davis’ pheasant, madeira and kale pie with cheddar and caraway pastry makes the perfect comfort food supper for when the temperatures drop. Rich and creamy, the cooking method ensures…
How to introduce a puppy: companion or competition?
Ensuring a new recruit is welcomed by long-standing residents can be a tricky business. David Tomlinson advises on how to introduce a puppy to an older dog, having successfully integrated…