It’s a contentious question – is cutting or burning the best way to improve a grouse moor? Andrew Griffiths looks at both side of the grouse moor management debate. For…
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Katrina Slack, sporting artist
As we begin to tackle the enormous damage inflicted on sealife by our excessive use of plastic, Katrina Slack is turning that very refuse into beautiful, and upsetting, art, as…
Brined roast grouse with warm chard and sheep’s cheese salad
The season has started so prepare to brine and dine. Philippa Davis’ brined roast grouse with warm chard and sheep’s cheese salad makes delicious use of your first brace. Brining…
September 2018
Partridges to test the best – rising to the challenge of high redlegs and wild greys; Record day on bolting rabbits – when six guns bowled over 6,943 conies; Golden…
12- or 20-bore: what is the best bore size for women?
12- bores are for men and 20-bore are for women – isn’t it obvious? No it isn’t, argues today’s top lady shots. Gender equality is rooted in choice, and both…
How to photograph your gundog: dogs in the frame
Whether you are hoping to triumph with a worthy picture for Gundog Photograph of the Year or simply want to take a pleasing snap of your companion in the field…
Sporting Dianas: Désirée Lantz
Désirée Lantz, determined to follow in the footsteps of her late father, is both an impressive shot and dog handler. Qualified as a Professional Hunter, she managed hunting on an…
The 2018 Field Macnab Challenge
The clarion has sounded for fieldsports’ bravest sportsmen and women. The Field, in association with new partner Blaser, are delighted to announce that the ultimate sporting test is underway once…
Best Macnab estates: taking the challenge
Hoping to bag a Macnab this year? The Field’s Challenge, in association with Blaser, is the ultimate test of sporting prowess. Maximise your chances of success by taking Mungo Ingleby’s…
Sinking fenlands: emptying the bread basket
Major feats of engineering has allowed us to crop the fenlands, but now the bread basket of England needs protecting, says Tim Field. What is the solution for to the…