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Shooting Times & Country
Raise a glass to the Brewery
A Suffolk shoot boasts record numbers of amber-listed bird species and bucks several national trends.
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December 11,2019
Shooting Times & Country
Where you'll find black grouse in igloos
They were the Roman army’s staple diet and we barely remember them but the meat of the black grouse is divine, says Soldier Palmer
5 min |
December 11,2019
Shooting Times & Country
Finding a silver lining
Is there such a thing as a fantastic dog that’s a bad colour? Some may think so but conformation is more important.
4 min |
December 11,2019
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Roll up for the Tawny show
There are bunnies in the pipes and it’s great to watchdogs and ferrets work, so Simon Whitehead gives his lurcher centre stage
4 min |
December 11,2019
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A history of field trialling
Modern breeds are either champion in field trials or on the show bench. But that hasn’t always been the case
5 min |
December 11,2019
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Night of the long dogs
A rainy and foggy night in the Yorkshire Dales promises little rabbit action but lamping with lurchers proves a success
6 min |
December 11,2019
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A brief flash of brilliant blue
Tiny it may be but most anglers would agree that the strikingly colored kingfisher is worth a king’s ransom for barely a glimpse
3 min |
December 11,2019
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Spring For A Bargain
Cockers are one of the most popular gundog breeds but the springer has its virtues and is a most effective hunter, says David Tomlinson
4 min |
December 04, 2019
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Upland Keeper
Civil servants need only to be indifferent to matters such as licences to have a potentially damaging effect on our protected bird numbers
3 min |
December 04, 2019
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Making It Look Easy
Nothing beats the real thing and, with Keepa and Sika ready for the next level, it’s time to test them alongside the Guns, says Ellena Swift
5 min |
December 04, 2019
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Taking The Piseog
First there was the engine trouble with the boat, then his shooting skills failed completely; Barry Stoffell wonders if he has been cursed
4 min |
December 04, 2019
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Instinctive Shooting Sometimes Stinks!
Why is it that one day we can shoot marvellously but the next day we can’t hit a thing — could it be due to ageing?
4 min |
December 04, 2019
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Ten Untold Treasures
A decade has now passed since he established his miniature estate and Richard Hardy celebrates by trying to bag 10 species in 10 hours
6 min |
December 04, 2019
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Deerhunter Pro Gamekeeper Jacket
In an exclusive review, Liam Bell field tests the latest version of Deerhunter’s Pro Gamekeeper jacket to see if it lives up to the hype
4 min |
December 04, 2019
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The Best Four By Four
Eight Guns get to experience four superb drives on four of the finest shoots in Devon — and conservation will benefit, says Chris Warren
5 min |
December 04, 2019
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Country Diary
As charities such as the RSPB become more politicised, the way you vote in the election could give them more say over our lives than ever
3 min |
December 04, 2019
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A Reward In Itself
Patrick Galbraith heads across the Irish Sea to a Purdey awardwinning shoot and finds some fine pheasants in torrential weather
6 min |
December 04, 2019
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Tikka T3X Cerakote
Its tough green finish makes a nice change from stainless steel and protects this neat little rifle from damage in the field, says Bruce Potts
4 min |
November 27, 2019
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Distinction Rebellion
Richard Negus visits one of London’s most glitzy postcodes to eat at a restaurant that’s wholly committed to the concept of hunter-gathering
6 min |
November 27, 2019
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The Stuff of Dreams
A November mixed day has it all, from testing conditions to sporting birds, good company and a peerless breakfast, says Simon Garnham
6 min |
November 27, 2019
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Dogs That Pick — And Choose
Out-of-control peg dogs on a shoot are bad news for all concerned. If your dog is not up to the job, leave it at home, urges Ellena Swift
5 min |
November 27, 2019
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Hunting Trophy Ban Threat To Deer-Stalking Industry
Banning the export of trophies is a proposal that could threaten the livelihoods and conservation efforts of the deer-stalking sector
2 min |
November 27, 2019
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Country Diary
‘The enemy of my enemy is my friend’ goes the adage but we should choose our foes carefully — we might not be as different as we think
3 min |
November 27, 2019
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Better To Give Than Receive
Why shouldn’t our working companions get some Christmas presents too, asks David Tomlinson
4 min |
November 27, 2019
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Feeding Frenzy
At this time of year do give some thought to feeding not only pheasants and partridges but also wild birds
4 min |
November 27, 2019
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A Premium Product From Poult To Plate
Careful handling, correct shot size and good airflow will keep your birds in top condition to the point of consumption, says Liam Bell
4 min |
November 27, 2019
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First Days In The Field
Taking a young dog on its first shoot is a big step and if it’s not handled correctly you could end up with a gun-shy wreck, warns Ellena Swift
3 min |
November 6, 2019
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Every Day's A School Day
Having turned 60 acres into a successful driven shoot, a headmaster is now investing in the next generation discovers Patrick Galbraith
6 min |
November 27, 2019
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What Do Guns Really Want?
Beautiful scenery, wild birds, a good lunch — so many things make up the shoot day but what matters most? Patrick Galbraith finds out
5 min |
November 6, 2019
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The Heat Is On
No matter how tough you are, Richard Negus believes Härkila’s new electric jacket should be part of every sporting wardrobe
6 min |