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Change is no longer a choice
Two decades after the Hunting Act came into force, and with trail hunting now in the firing line, we must learn from history or be doomed to repeat it, says Nick Herbert
4 min |
February 2025
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Denys Finch Hatton
The life and legacy of a legendary big-game hunter, passionate conservationist and champion of Africa.
4 min |
February 2025
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A show of respect
The age-old ceremonies and rituals observed by German hunters honour the deep connection between humans, the land and the quarry we pursue
7 min |
February 2025
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'You learn to act and think alone'
Adam Hart follows in the footsteps of his great-grandfather Frank Griffiths, an RAF hero whose youth spent wildfowling on the Dee helped him survive the Second World War
7 min |
February 2025
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They're counting on us
At a time when farming feels very distant from many people's lives, the GWCT Big Farmland Bird Count is a prime opportunity to bridge that gap while helping our wild birds, says Gabriel Stone
3 min |
February 2025
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Hunting's past, present and future
Members of the RS Surtees Society join the Fitzwilliam (Milton) for a weekend of sport and hospitality of the kind so admired by the 19th-century's pre-eminent hunting novelist
7 min |
February 2025
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The art of gunmaking
A triumph of creativity and technical ability, the magnificent 'First Spear' double rifle made by Westley Richards demonstrates true craftsmanship in action
7 min |
February 2025
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Fighting off the FOMO
Neil Cross looks to the sporting delights of Slovenia to dull the ache of days missed back home, while Serena Cross finds herself in the hot seat during a driven boar shoot in Slovakia
3 min |
February 2025
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Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
The opera legend spent her illustrious career captivating audiences on the world stage but, as she tells Daniel Pembrey, she is just as at home in the sporting field
4 min |
February 2025
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Rory Stewart - The former Cabinet minister and hit podcast host talks to Alec Marsh about the parlous state of British politics, land management and his deep love of the countryside
The gently spoken 51-year-old former Conservative Cabinet minister is a countryman at heart. That's clear: he even changes into a tweed waistcoat for the interview, which takes place at his London home and begins with a question about his precise career status. Having resigned from the Commons and the Conservative Party in 2019, the former diplomat and soldier has reinvented himself, first with an unconventional but promising run as an independent for the London mayoralty (abandoned because of COVID19 in 2020) and then as a media figure, co-hosting one of the country's most popular podcasts, The Rest Is Politics, alongside Alastair Campbell, the former Labour spin doctor.
4 min |
November 2024
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Fodder
Local fare with the feel-good factor.
2 min |
November 2024
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Celebrating the game changers
Once served only in the traditional manner, the fruits of our forays now find their way into all manner of diverse and delicious dishes, say Neil and Serena Cross
3 min |
November 2024
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The first civil engineer
John Smeaton left an indelible mark on the field of engineering and, three centuries after his birth, his legacy remains as strong as ever
6 min |
November 2024
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School spirits
From grey ladies and ghostly gardeners to more malign entities, public schools are a rich repository of unnatural phenomena
8 min |
November 2024
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'A long way from Piccadilly or Pall Mall'
Marking 150 years since the birth of Sir Winston Churchill, Dr Conor Farrington explores this eminent statesman’s often-overlooked 1907 tour of British East Africa: a journey rich with enchanting natural beauty and sporting adventure
7 min |
November 2024
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Top of the pups
Canines in all their guises were celebrated at The Field Top Dog Awards lunch at Defender Burghley Horse Trials whether eager on the peg, patient at home or perpetually making mischief
6 min |
November 2024
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Angling for success
It’s never too early to shape up for next season’s salmon and trout, and these top fishing schools are here to help
7 min |
November 2024
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Talking scents
The canine nose is an astonishingly complex piece of biotechnology that man has harnessed for sustenance and sport for thousands of years
7 min |
November 2024
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Wall-to-wall excitement
Criss-crossed by formidable drystone walls, the High Peak Harriers’ scenic country provides a day out with an exhilarating difference
7 min |
November 2024
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Going wild for great British game
Meet the passionate farmers, stalkers and chefs working tirelessly to put sustainable and healthy game meat on the country’s tables
6 min |
November 2024
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Travelling in style
The gun bus is an integral part of any shoot but a band of imaginative owners are thinking outside the’box when it comes to finding the perfect shooting brake, be it traditional, quirky or lavish
7 min |
November 2024
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A military operation
The unique coastal habitat of Geedon marshes is the setting for a bracing day of sport for members of the Colchester Garrison shoot, run by and for soldiers who serve not only their country but also the countryside
7 min |
November 2024
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Cloud shadows raced across the landscape below us as the south-westerly wind freshened, causing the first pheasants to lift high and curl over the pegged guns GWCT Fantastic Four Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
A party of guns enjoy the ultimate shoot raffle prize: four thrilling drives on four exceptional sporting estates
7 min |
November 2024
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Strength in Numbers -The success of Britain's growing band of Farmer Clusters shows the value in working together and engaging with the public in the name of conservation, says Gabriel Stone
In a world that leans into gloomy headlines, it's important to wave the flag for a refreshing success story. That's especially the case when it comes to our overburdened farming sector and the wider way in which we manage the landscape. Yes, we: everyone can play a role, not least through one inspirational initiative. Ever since a 2013 pilot project by the GWCT in association with Natural England, Farmer Clusters have mushroomed across Britain. Led by farmers with guidance from expert advisers, today's network of about 125 clusters encourages a cohesively managed, locally tailored, larger-scale approach to conservation work.
3 min |
October 2024
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Going over old ground
Forget modern tractors and minimum tillage - there is something glorious about the sight of farmer, horse and vintage plough in perfect harmony
7 min |
October 2024
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Return of the natives
There is nothing as satisfying as creating a magical miniature woodland or conservation hedgerow using our native trees - and now is the best time to start.
7 min |
October 2024
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Tagging the Cornish tunny
Enormous Atlantic bluefin tuna are once again making waves in UK waters almost a century after their showstopping appearance in the North Sea
7 min |
October 2024
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In it for the long haul
It may have fallen out of favour at the elite level but long-format three-day eventing is still proving popular with grassroots riders
7 min |
October 2024
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Unpicking the story of hunt buttons
These treasured tokens are bestowed only upon those who go above and beyond in service of their hunt but the rules around them can be complex
7 min |
October 2024
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A place of tradition in the heart of town
Cordings has helped shape the sartorial landscape of Britain for 185 years, with its classic country tailoring a firm staple of many sporting wardrobes
6 min |