Who is John Macnab? “A tall bravo with a colonial accent” or “a gnarled Caliban of infinite cunning and gnome-like agility”, speculates Janet Raden, the indomitable female interest in John…
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Best Macnab estates: taking the challenge
Hoping to bag a Macnab this year? The Field’s Macnab Challenge, in association with BASC and Blaser, is the ultimate test of sporting prowess. Maximise your chances of success by…
The Field Macnab Club
Have you ever bagged a Macnab? 2012 sees the launch of The Field Macnab Club, and we invite applications to join the Macnab Club.
The Field’s 12 top tips for grouse shooting
Twelve top tips for grouse shooting, with essential advice on what to wear how to shoot and how to look like a seasoned pro on the moor
The A-Z of river health: all you need to know to protect our rivers
From Acronyms to Zander, via Dredging and Water Companies, John Bailey assesses the numerous challenges our waterways face today and how to promote river health
Why the Irish hunter is the ultimate hunting horse
An enviable mix of breeding and attitude makes the Irish hunter the perfect companion for a day across the most challenging country, says Sarah Kate Byrne
August 2021
Glorious grouse – Celebrate the new shooting season; High days in heather – Sporting memories made on the moor; Prep-school pilots – The young entry securing the future of hunting;…
Guinea fowl: the best country house bird?
Meet the bane of fox, postman and unwanted visitor. When it comes to country-house security, guinea fowl are the new birds on the block, says Netia Walker
Sporting Diana Lydia Cope: ‘I never want to leave a day’s hunting before the end’
A stalwart of the Pytchley and accomplished team chaser, Lydia Cope leads an equestrian life to the full – with nothing keeping her from the saddle
Sporting Wagers: The York Ebor Festival
Bookmaker Fitzdares looks back through the history books of this four-day race meeting held at York racecourse, to find out who has featured on the roll call of past winners