As a gundog writer, David Tomlinson knows more about our six spaniel breeds than most. So he is faced with a tricky decision in his search for a new puppy.…
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1930 Bentley 4.5 litre. Motoring from the Golden Era
In a return to the Golden Era of fieldsports, Charlie Flindt drives a piece of motoring history – the 1930 Bentley 4.5 litre. Quite unexpectedly, it’s not long before he…
Cooking with wild Alaska salmon ADVERTORIAL
The Game Fair celebrates 60 years at Ragley this July. And in The Field Kitchen Theatre, José Souto will be cooking with wild Alaska salmon. But why? JOSE SOUTO, GAME…
Pair of 1930s Purdey side by sides
There are many pitfalls to avoid when looking to buy vintage shotguns, but Michael Yardley is impressed by this pair of 1930s Purdey side by sides. Fantastic, classic guns can…
Double baked bacon and Stilton soufflé with crushed walnuts
In the Golden Era of fieldsports, supper was concluded not with a cheese board or pud, but a savoury course. Bring back this forgotten course with Philippa Davis’ double baked…
July 2018
The art of gunmaking – Birmingham’s glorious best; Mastering the gun mount – why it’s vital to success; Sea trouts’ steady rise – time to switch from salmon?; Top shots…
Dried fig, pigeon breast and smoked bacon skewers on toast
During the Golden Era of fieldsports, dinners wouldn’t end with a pudding or cheeseboard. Instead, a savoury course was brought out – to aid digestion and invigorate the diner’s palate…
Sporting Dianas: Annie Oakley
Annie Oakley was a woman ahead of her time. An international superstar and remarkable athlete, Little Miss Sure Shot paved the way for lady guns and still inspires today. BASC’s…
Flatcoated retrievers: the Edwardian gun’s choice
During the Golden Age of shooting, flatcoated retrievers were the gundogs of choice. David Tomlinson takes a look at how the flatcoat was supplanted in the line by today’s most…
Cider and buckwheat crepes with asparagus and trout
Asparagus and trout are undoubtedly best eaten simply with a squeeze of lemon. But if you are tempted to try something a little different, have a go at Philippa Davis’…