Royal Ascot plus Royal Enclosure equals a hat. It is in fact part of the stringent dress code (and all the better for that). Not a publicity-hungry monstrosity but a…
Charlotte Peters
Digital Editor
Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook talks about eating what you hunt
In a recent video, shot whilst he was relaxing at a weekend in his back yard and cooking for friends, he talks about the importance of eating what you’ve hunted…
Paul Simpson wins 2017 English Open English Sporting in thrilling final
After a thrilling 30 target Super Final Paul Simpson from Lawshall won the 2017 English Open English Sporting on 14th May, beating Philip Thorold. A late rally from Thorrold saw him…
What’s on every Gun’s luxury wish list?
1. Top gun The Holland & Holland Royal is a dream of an over-and-under shotgun with the traditional Holland & Holland scroll work. Beautifully made, wonderful to use, shoots well…
How to hit the low driven target in clayshooting
Believe or not but Simon Arbuckle says that: “There is no such thing as an impossible target. If other shooters can break it, so can you.” It’s all about removing…
15 things to know when buying your first gun
Apply for your shotgun certificate in plenty of time. Depending on where you live in the country it could take weeks or months to arrive. A reputable dealer will reserve…
A recipe for Pigeon Wellington
Ingredients 30g spinach salt and pepper 30g chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned 1 knob of butter 1 spritz of lemon juice 1 pigeon breast 1 slice of Parma ham 1 sheet of…
Why it’s crucial to spot signs of glaucoma in dogs
What is glaucoma? Glaucoma occurs when the pressure inside the eyeball becomes higher than normal, which can damage the eye’s internal structure. The retina and optic nerve are particularly sensitive.…
Are these the Eton and Harrow of gundog schools?
What could be more fun for a gundog puppy than to spend time with companions of the same age, with the same interests and energy? You have a few options.…
Wishing a true countrywoman a very happy birthday
The Queen’s country credentials are impeccable. She’s reputed to have said that if she had not become Queen, she would have liked to have lived in the countryside with lots…
A Royal Warrant – the secret to discovering the best kit for the field?
Stamped with good manners Receiving an invitation to shoot is always a pleasure. Forget emails. The elegant way to invite people to shoot is by old-fashioned mail, with a handwritten…
Stately British castles offering shoot days
Game shooting: From Arundel, Belvoir and Highclere to Caerhays, Alnwick and Mulgrave, the UK has some of the finest castles in the world, many of which offer game shooting.
Breaking news: Countryside Alliance refused charitable status
The Commission commented: “Certain purposes of the Alliance relate to preserving, protecting and promoting the heritage and practice of activities related to wildlife, the countryside and wildlife management including hunting,…
10 things you need to know about gundog insurance
Some people are advocates of insuring their working dogs and others think it’s a waste of money, preferring to pay out if necessary. The bottom line is that when you…
Should this dog have won Crufts ‘Best in Gundog Group?’
Gundog owners have voiced their incredulity on Facebook and Twitter, commenting that the winning spaniel looks as though it has never been out in the field, let alone put up…
Expensive working dog insurance for my puppy? Yes or no?
I am about to buy an eight-week old gundog puppy and have been wondering whether I should take out insurance in case of accidents, vet bills etc.
A female Shot reviews cartridges
With the number of female shooters growing, we thought that it was about time we asked a keen female Shot, Laura Ohrman, to review some cartridges for us. She is a…
What we saw and admired at IWA Outdoor Classics
Over the last few days, we’ve been checking out new rifles, shotguns and shooting kit at IWA Outdoor Classics, a large trade exhibition in Bavaria, Germany that is a must…
Looking for Easter holiday activities for Young Shots?
Young Guns in the making and those keen to improve their skills will jump at the chance to spend some of the holidays at The Royal Berkshire Shooting School on…
Here’s why you need to be at The Game Fair 2017
If you are a fan of country sports, then attending The Game Fair 2017 is a must. It is the largest outdoor countryside-themed event in the world and set to attract…