It began with a fly-tying starter kit and became a passion for Phillippa Hake, as she discovered the joy of catching a fish on a fly she had tied herself.…
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Minestrone soup: a thick, hearty, Italian soup
Minestrone soup is pleasingly flexible, and best made when you have an odd assortment in the fridge. Try Philippa Davis’ recipe for this Italian offering when you are in need…
Gundog coats: rugged up and raring to go
Canine athletes are not so different to equine, and the first thing you do with a racehorse after a race is rug it up. Gundog coats are certain to keep…
The Field subscription sale: the BIG January sale
Feeling the January blues? Christmas may be over, but The Field subscription sale is not. So go on, treat yourself to the original and best sporting journal – the ideal…
Cathedral choirs: sweet singing in the choir
The boy treble’s solo in Once in Royal David’s City, sounded in a darkened cathedral, is a truly special moment for many. The true start of the festivities commences with…
January 2020
The quest for noble quarry – shooting in the wild Irish west; how does today’s cost of shooting compare – is sport too expensive? a fishy macnab in winter –…
Turkey tacos. Exotic flavours for Christmas leftovers
The secret to serving Christmas leftovers well is creating an entirely different supper to the original feast. The exotic flavours of Philipa Davis’ turkey tacos couldn’t feel further from traditional…
Rural community churches: serving a rural congregation
Village life relies upon rural community churches, as they are often the only community building left. This is never more so than at Christmas, as three Anglican bishops explain to…
Party spirits: the best festive cocktails
Engender some proper festive spirit at your soirée with The Field’s festive cocktails. Philippa Davis’ clementine margarita is the perfect tipple to enjoy while cooking the festive feast, and Emily…
Christmas presents for gundogs: with love from Santa
Comparing new kit is all part of the festive fun, so make sure your gundog doesn’t miss out. David Tomlinson chooses the best presents for gundogs which have a practical…