The 2016 One Fly Festival is set to arrive in the UK on the 21 April for one night only with the Fly Fishing Film Tour premiering the best fly fishing cinema made this year. From the deep Atlantic to British Columbia and Patagonia, the notable characters, unique storylines and…
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Vintage Motor racing – the evolution
Vintage motor racing has evolved over time becoming less dangerous and perhaps more class friendly. With this in mind, Britain now prides itself as the leading country of the classic car. The Goodwood Revival that takes place in Spetember has become unique in the fraternity of motor sports, no other…
Video: The oldest fishing book in the world?
The oldest fishing book in the world may have been discovered. Nestling in the back of an ancient mid-fifteenth century prayer book, hand written in obscure dialect, were notes relating to what was initially thought to be comment on feathers and colours. An unusual supplement to the latin breviary of…
Video: ice driving in supercars
Ice driving requires the same skill set, just tailored slightly differently, whether you are negotiating a dicey commuter run, or ice driving hell for leather on specially crafted ice race tracks. This video shows fast and frenetic ice driving in Kuusamo, Lapland in Finland courtesy of four time Rally World…
VIDEO: Fishing and stalking on the Nonach Estate in Ross-shire
Fishing and stalking for a week in the Highlands is top of many to do lists. The sporting break has long been a Field favourite and after watching this video you will be keen to book your own week on hill and stream. If you need a guiding hand The…
VIDEO: Spatchcock pigeon with Middle Eastern chopped salad and yogurt za’atar
Spatchcock pigeon is a great recipe when paired with middle Eastern flavours. The pigeon pastilla (a signature dish of Fez, the religious capital of Morocco) is a great example of how the pigeon can take on spices and come out on top. And Philippa Davis’ recipe for spatchcock pigeon below…
Video: Spearfishing in Cornwall
Spearfishing is an unusual yet traditional way of catching one’s supper. The equipment might be modern, but the experience of hunting for the pot is ancient. Be inspired and try spearfishing next time you are on the coast.
VIDEO: Hunting for Cape buffalo in Tanzania
Hunting for Cape Buffalo in Tanzania is high on most hunters wish list. But these mighty animals are one of the most aggressive and deadly. They can stalk you with as much stealth as you stalk them. Beware. Stalking with a vintage double rifle in Zambia makes for a cracking…
Bikini ice fishing
Ice fishing is usually accompanied by a hot toddy, waterproofs and gumboots. The Bikini Ice Fishing team have no such scruples, and joyfully plonk a rod through the ice for pike in something a little less suitable. If the though of fishing in your scanties appeals, but the plummeting…
Video: Rowing at Henley, 1961
Whether you are oarsman or spectator, the vibrant display of blazers at Henley in 1961 is still echoed at the Royal Regatta today.