During 34 seasons as Master of the Duke of Beaufort’s, Captain Ian Farquhar showed remarkable sport, made friends across the country and, crucially, stepped up during hunting’s darkest hour. Adrian…
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The 2019 Purdey Awards: last chance to enter
The 2019 Purdey Awards for Game and Conservation are back for another year, and now inviting entries. There’s not long left, so don’t miss your chance to enter. Entries close…
Beretta 691 32in
The new Beretta 691 32in uses many components from the well-proven 68 series guns. Michael Yardley is impressed, finding it a pleasant and pointable gun to use. For more from…
Salmon fishing in Russia: Russia for beginners
There’s much to consider before embarking on salmon fishing in Russia. Decide whether you want lots of fish or big fish, says Charlie White, and then turn to those passionate…
Gundog photography tips: through the lens
Entries are open for The Field Gundog Awards, in association with Skinner’s Field & Trial. David Tomlinson offers his gundog photography tips for those looking to enter our most popular…
Roast whole trout with brown buttered almonds
No-one hopes for a nettle glut, but if you have had one unintentionally embrace the best of seasonal produce and get them into the kitchen. Philippa Davis’ roast whole trout…
Holland & Holland launch new bursary scheme
Holland & Holland have launched a new bursary scheme and are looking for a young gamekeeper, ghillie or stalker hoping to pursue an inspiring project in shooting and conservation. Don’t…
Yvonne Goss, sporting Diana
Yvonne Goss has enjoyed the thrills of horse-riding since she was a child, and started team chasing aged 16. Today she has won eight National Championships titles and the Golden…
Rigby Rising Bite shotgun
The new Rigby Rising Bite shotgun is the first made with the ‘rising bite’ sidelock action for more than 100 years. Michael Yardley discovers why this intriguing system is being…
May 2019
The mayfly monsters – how to find and catch titanic trout; European fine guns – continentals that grace British covers; House parties with game clays – shooting weekends that go…