Bookmaker Fitzdares takes a look at this highlight of the Flat season, from how it all began to the biggest stars (both human and equine) who have graced its stage
Hunting
Sporting Wagers: the Guineas
Bookmaker Fitzdares looks back at The Guineas' history and the greatest races to have run on the Newmarket track
The Field’s guide to the next hunting season
Now is the time to plan a bucket-list season for brighter days ahead, says Sarah Kate Byrne, in her guide to the next hunting season. Make sure you read The…
Sporting Wagers: the Grand National
Bookmaker Fitzdares rounds up the fairy tale stories from jump racing's showpiece as well as those against-the-odds victories
Summer jump racing: season in the sun
With staycations looking likely this summer, Ed Seyfried advises on where to enjoy the very best summer jump racing to make your staycation a sporting one. For more on racing,…
Sporting wagers: Cheltenham
Fitzdares, Racing Bookmaker of the Year, consider the greatest races and horses in Cheltenham's history
The Field’s guide to hunting in Ireland
Horse power is key, asserts Octavia Pollock as she shares The Field’s guide to hunting in Ireland, from stone-faced banks to sheet mud, water-filled ditches and tiny ponies and riders…
Thrilling tales from a huntman’s diaries
Adrian Dangar’s new book is a limited edition of his comprehensive, pre-ban hunting diaries. Through these huntsman’s diaries, here he relives thrilling runs and his most treasured hunting memories. For…
Bespoke hunting boots to last a lifetime
Bespoke hunting boots will not only last a lifetime, but also offer protection, comfort and style in the field, says Eve Jones. For more on bespoke field kit, read handmade…
American heiresses: hunting, the haunt of the man-eating Delilah
Much has been documented on the invasion of American heiresses, or ‘Dollar Brides’, in British high society. And yet, less has been written about how crucial the hunting field was…