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The Field
What is the most difficult shot?
The hardest shot at the end of the 19th century was the pheasant in all its guises. But what is the hardest shot today?
How to find a ‘Puffin Billie’?
A neighbour was given a "Puffin Billie" as a wedding present. This gadget is about 2ft long and when blown it kindles the dying embers of a log or coal…
How to restore and keep silk top hats
I recently found a couple of silk top hats - one top hat looks as though it could be rather smart, but is in need of some repair. Could I…
How to find a comfortable gun sleeve
Q I bought a leather gun sleeve for my husband about four years ago. Although he loves it, he hasn't been able to use it much, as the leather strap…
Video: How to improve your polo
Playing polo. Improve your ball skills and get some tip top tips on how to improve your polo
Video: How to identify birdsong
The countryside is burgeoning with birdsong. Listen carefully and learn to identify birdsong and which bird it belongs to
British asparagus – watch the video
British asparagus. Take a look at how british asparagus is grown and harvested
A various bag – shooting wildfowl
A various bag - shooting wildfowl
Breeks to breeches: the men who shoot and hunt
The sporting switch from shooting to hunting. Why do seasoned shooters decide to risk their necks and take up hunting? Caroline Bankes investigates the decision to move from shooting to…