Country Queries

Where to get your shoot cup engraved.

With the joy of present buying all year round and Christmas on the horizon, knowing how to get your shoot cup engraved is handy. A personalised shoot cup makes the…

How to dry your waders.

Knowing how best to dry your waders is a very useful tip. Filling boots with newspaper and resting them against a warm radiator is surely the best way to dry…

How to make wild fruit jam.

Wild fruit jam making is the only thing to think about on your weekend walks at this time of year. The hedgerows are abundant with wild fruit, so there is…

How to forage for mushrooms.

Knowing how to forage for mushrooms is very important if you want to use them in your supper. The thought of collecting these earth-scented delights in a misty forest holds…

How to make rose petal jam.

Rose petal jam is a quintessentially British taste. There is nothing quite as classic, refined and fragrant as the British rose. Roses have been used in the culinary arts for…

How to find the correct deerstalking hat.

The correct deerstalking hat is a crucial accessory for any stalker. Spot a hunter stood against the edge of a misty woodline and it is apparent that the correct deerstalking…

How to judge pectin levels in fruit.

Knowing how to judge pectin levels in fruit is crucial when it comes to perfecting your jam. Not only do different fruits have different amounts of pectin, these levels can…

catch a Guineafowl.

Knowing how to catch a guineafowl is a useful skill for those who have the birds in garden or field. They can be notoriously difficult to wrangle, so it is…

chintz curtains.

Knowing how to clean chintz curtains carefully is key to keeping them looking their best. When the view to the garden outside is marred by a set of dull curtains…