Few industries have changed as radically as the veterinary business has in the last twenty years. David Tomlinson bemoans the loss of smaller, private practices and family vets. For more…
THE FIELD
Spiced squash bread. Versatile and delicious
You can’t go wrong with Philippa Davis’ spiced squash bread. Enjoy it grilled for breakfast, smothered in butter as a snack, or with a warming bowl of soup. Perfect for…
Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi
The new Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi shows how far the Korean manufacturer has come in 20 years, says Charlie Flindt. Though there is some trouble deciding who is responsible…
Moon phases: in tune with the moon
Moon phases were used by the ancients to measure time, and today our months are roughly equal to a lunar cycle. Sir Johnny Scott explains how the moon phases not…
William Powell Viscount
The new William Powell Viscount has been subject to considerable development and Michael Yardley is impressed, finding it could offer the most practical bang for the least possible buck. For…
December 2020
Christmas special – brimming with seasonal spirit; Muzzle-loaders in the line – blackpowder and testing birds at Holkham; No shadow on this moor – eminence, not grandeur, with the Percy’s…
Top 10 airguns for use in the field
Airguns are essential for ‘garden work’ and make an excellent first gun for young shots. Michael Yardley suggests the top 10 airguns on the market now, for every budge. For…
Country house libraries: tome sweet tome…
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…
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…