Among the library of sporting publications bequeathed to me by my father is a complete set of Robert Smith Surtees’ fictional works: Jorrocks’ Jaunts and Jollities; Handley Cross; Hillingdon Hall;…
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Recipe: Pressed Terrine of Yorkshire Gammon with Quail Egg, Spiced Pineapple Pickle and Mustard Seed Dressing
Pressed Terrine of Yorkshire Gammon with Quail Egg, Spiced Pineapple Pickle and Mustard Seed Dressing Makes one terrine: 10 slices 3 ham knuckles 350g-400g (12oz-14oz) each, pre-soaked for 12 hours…
When to drink sherry? Every day
The joint was jumping and there wasn’t a vicar or maiden aunt to be seen. At least, I didn’t spot one. But you never know with vicars these days. Or…
Swarovski Optik El Range
Shoot successfully and accurately on even terrain as well as uphill or downhill. Swarovski Optik’s unique angle shot programme called SWAROAIM is integrated into every EL Range allowing you to…
July 2014
Top shots of the year, The Field’s fabulous 50 Get a Cinderella gun at the Game Fair, Jonathan Young consults the experts about the best buys on Gunmakers’ Row Making…
AUCTION: Holt’s Modern and Antique Guns 19 June 2014
A rare Holland & Holland 12-bore 1911 patent ‘DUPLEX’ choke boxlock ejector ‘Aero’ gun goes under the hammer at Holt’s with, even more rarely, an original ‘Zeppelin’ cartridge. Designed for…
VIDEO: Hunting for Cape buffalo in Tanzania
Hunting for Cape Buffalo in Tanzania is high on most hunters wish list. But these mighty animals are one of the most aggressive and deadly. They can stalk you with…
Cape buffalo safari in Zambia
An adventure with Cape buffalo and double rifle. A one shot Buffalo.
AUCTION: Bonhams Fine watches and wristwatches on 11 June 2014
The Bonhams Fine watches and wristwatches auction on 11 June is the best place to find collectable timepieces. As well as wristwatches to wear in town or country. Lot 166…
Bikini ice fishing
Ice fishing is usually accompanied by a hot toddy, waterproofs and gumboots. The Bikini Ice Fishing team have no such scruples, and joyfully plonk a rod through the ice for…