There is much for Michael Yardley to consider as he reviews the Guerini Forum 32in 20-bore. Does he prefer the 30in or the 32in? For more from Guerini, read about…
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Fishing in Slovenia: paradise hooked
The new Fly & Fish Trio adventure challenges anglers to catch three species from three rivers. Here, Marina Gibson relates how she got on and explains why fishing in Slovenia…
Dee Taylor, sporting artist
Having discovered racing as an ideal subject for pop art, Dee Taylor tells Janet Menzies how Roy Lichtenstein and comic books have inspired him. For more sporting artists, Oliver Akers…
The enduring appeal of the side-by-side shotgun
The side-by-side shotgun should not be consigned to the history books, argues Michael Yardley. Though the ‘traditional’ sporting weapon, it has much to offer the modern gun. The question of…
Cabbage carbonara gratin
Though considered a luxury by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, today cabbage has a far humbler reputation. Philippa Davis is on a mission to reinstate it to its former…
Callie Coles, sporting Diana
Though hunting skipped a generation, Callie Coles is now delighting in passing her love for hunting to the next generation, as well as following them over hedges. For more sporting…
Butter pheasant and cabbage
Warming game suppers are exactly what is needed for these dark, January nights. Philippa Davis’ butter pheasant and cabbage makes an excellent supper for two. Cabbage was considered a luxury…
February 2021
Who’s the Boss? – true innovation from the historic London gunmaker; Game, not just in Spain – where to shoot in Europe to extend your season; Sporting adventures – deer…
Best shoot day wine: picking up the perfect bottle
For some, lunch matters little. But for many the hospitality element can make or break the day. Opt for quality rather than quantity when it comes to the best shoot…
Thrilling tales from a huntman’s diaries
Adrian Dangar’s new book is a limited edition of his comprehensive, pre-ban hunting diaries. Through these huntsman’s diaries, here he relives thrilling runs and his most treasured hunting memories. For…