Creating a library is one of life’s great journeys. Daniel Pembrey meets the companies that can not only help amass a great collection, but create beautiful country house libraries to…
THE FIELD
Pear, apple, blackberry and port pie
Pie is the ultimate comfort food, says Philippa Davis. So when something sweet is required, try our pear, apple, blackberry and port pie – best served with a side of…
Knox Field, sporting artist
Knox Field and his abstract, yet closely observed, sculptures are a rarity in wildlife art. Size doesn’t matter, he explains to Janet Menzies, it is gravitas that is important. For…
Mini pheasant and blackberry jam pies
Package up these mini pheasant and blackberry jam pies and pocket them for the peg, suggests Philippa Davis. Or they are an excellent addition to afternoon tea. For more bite-sized…
Sascha Holland, sporting Diana
A lifelong love of the outdoors and new found passion for cooking saw Sascha Holland discover the connection between sustainable eating, wildlife and conservation. Now she hopes to see more…
The pumpkin: how it stole the turnip’s thunder
The pumpkin heralds shorter days and spooky happenings come autumn and Halloween. From lighting doorsteps as jack-o’-lanterns to flavouring soups, coffees and pies, it is the definitive symbol of All…
November 2020
Birds, flying high – feel-good pheasants at Cocking; Why we should bound after the beagles – the highs of hunting on foot; Steelhead in British Columbia – adventure with rod,…
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…
Tree planting for profit and posterity
Just 13% of UK land is woodland cover. But through to 2050, the Government wants 75,000 acres of woodland planted annually. Tree planting can be done by anyone, says Rupert…
Macnab stalking: the toughest part of the challenge?
There is nothing straightforward about bagging a Macnab – it requires fieldcraft, stamina and a dash of luck. But is the Macnab stalking the toughest component of them all, asks…