The Jaguar XE R-Sport is the much-loved company’s latest sport saloon. But while the rest of the motoring world are giving it awards and praise Charlie Flindt finds himself left…
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Shooting invitations: your company is requested
Whether host or guest, the etiquette surrounding shooting invitations can be difficult to negotiate. Follow Robert Gibbons’ advice and avoid any slip ups this season. Should we take a more…
How to dry apples. A simple, fruity treat
Knowing how to dry apples will give you a break from the crumbles, pies, chutneys and juices when they start falling from the tree. No need for a dehydrator, our…
How to repair pearls
Learn how to repair pearls to ensure only the best in the field are handling your jewellery. Whether your’s are in need of repair, you want them in good condition…
Sam MacDonald, sporting artist
Sam Macdonald catches his fish twice. First he actually catches the fish, and then he relives the experience sculpting it. Janet Menzies meets a sporting artist who is recreating in…
Subaru Levorg GT. A bit of Subaru fun
The Subaru Levorg GT is the latest road-going estate, not designed for the odd foray into a muddy field or for going fast, but Charlie Flindt finds it a fun…
How to store apples correctly
Knowing how to store apples correctly is useful if you’ve had a particuarly bountiful harvest from your apple tree. Rather than overloading the fruit bowl, an apple rack is visually…
The EU referendum and the countryside
The EU referendum could greatly affect the countryside and fieldsports. Many issues are being loudly debated around the EU referendum, but farming and environmental concerns are not some of them.…
Clare Brownlow, sporting artist
Clare Brownlow is proof that inspiration can spring from anywhere. For her it was an old-fashioned dipping pen, a pheasant tail feather used by her father to write his game…
Rehoming an older gundog
Rehoming an older gundog rather than aquiring a puppy is a great option if your shooting companion passes away or cannot manage another season in the field. There are always…