There may not be the usual Trooping the Colour this year, but a new crop of horses is keeping the Household Cavalry as busy as ever, says Eleanor Doughty
THE FIELD
July 2021
Steel shot – Vintage guns, new ammunition; Perfectly planned – How to host the best sort of shoot day; Irish origins – King of Diamonds, sire of the modern hunter;…
Pan-fried pigeon breast with lentils, asparagus and herbs
This pan-fried pigeon recipe with a generous helping of herbs is quick to assemble and can make the perfect starter – or, if you increase the portion size, a delicious…
Why are nightingales disappearing from the British countryside?
Its song has inspired poets, musicians and romantics, but the sound of this woodland bird is disappearing from the British countryside. David Tomlinson finds out why
What you need to know about hound puppy walking
There’s no better way to show commitment to your hunt than by puppy walking – and it’ll provide you with lasting memories, too
How to get your children hooked on fishing
How do you communicate your passion for fishing and encourage children into the sport? There are a few things to consider, says Tobias Coe
Sporting artist Chris Sharp on ugly fish and the dangers of his favourite river
Sporting artist Chris Sharp brings his salmon to life using layers of glaze and colour – as well as an understanding of their environment, as he explains to Janet Menzies
Sporting Wagers: the Olympic Games
Bookmaker Fitzdares celebrates the history of the Olympic Games and looks at how Britain has fared at recent Games
Sporting Wagers: Royal Ascot
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
June 2021
A modern conservationist – Our tribute to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh (1921 – 2021) Sportsman and Royal Consort Fox-red labradors – Why russet is all the rage when it…