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Royal lines of duty
The Queen’s passion for pets is well documented, but she has also played a part in breeding the Sandringham gundogs, as Martin Deeley finds out
4 min |
February 24, 2021
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It's no doddle up the creek
Adam Hart plans a last outing of the season to provide food for friends, but it’s hard won
6 min |
February 24, 2021
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A sporting life in Africa
A buffalo stalk in Tanzania almost ends in disaster but it makes for a fine tale over a beer
3 min |
February 24, 2021
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A fish for all seasons
Freddie Braithwaite-Exley’s February fish proves elusive but frostbite seems certain
3 min |
February 24, 2021
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A bit of positive spin
A trio of gundog breeds from Italy have found a place in the hearts of UK owners. David Tomlinson assesses their strengths in the field
6 min |
February 24, 2021
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Time To End Snobbery On Semi-Autos?
They are a vital tool for keepers and fowlers but could semi-automatics also one day feature on driven days? Simon Reinhold gets radical
7 min |
March 10, 2021
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Sibling Revelries: The Joy Of A Family Shoot
Running a shoot with your nearest and dearest comes with its own set of challenges but more than its share of rewards, says Jamie Tusting
6 min |
February 10, 2021
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Shooting Groups Defend Progress On Lead Transition
BASC has rebuffed criticism that there is a lack of commitment to the move towards non-toxic shot and says good headway has been made
2 min |
March 10, 2021
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Hide to seek
Handcrafted leather gun slips are a joy to behold; Jamie Tusting looks at the process
5 min |
March 10, 2021
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The value of upskilling
Being confined to quarters is opening up a world of online learning possibilities for Barry Stoffell as he discovers an upside to lockdown
4 min |
March 10, 2021
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Cold comforts
The chillier months offer excellent chances to get on top of numbers of pigeon as they try to find snug shelter, says Mat Manning
5 min |
March 10, 2021
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United front forms to fight for our curlew
HRH the Prince of Wales applauds a new partnership, which includes the RSPB and GWCT, that aims to conserve Britain’s ‘wonderful bird’
1 min |
March 10, 2021
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You can't teach this on Zoom
A less-than-perfect afternoon of chasing pigeon over kale presents the perfect learning opportunity for a keen 14-year-old
6 min |
March 10, 2021
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Country Diary
Change is afoot and there is a wonderful opportunity coming for our sport to lead the way in adapting to a new style of land management
3 min |
March 10, 2021
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A vital role — for life
Ignore the naysayers; keepering is a wonderfully rewarding job from beginning to end, says Liam Bell
7 min |
March 10, 2021
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The heat is on
Thermal technology is a real game-changer for culling muntjac and means many more outings are successful, says Graham Downing
5 min |
February 10, 2021
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The grandest danger
Punt-gunning was a business in the 19th century but there were also very fine vessels made for gentleman fowlers, says Diggory Hadoke
6 min |
February 10, 2021
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The first feathers
Shooting in snow doesn’t always work, but Tom Payne enjoys a terrific afternoon on pigeon
6 min |
February 10, 2021
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The call of the wild
When tensions inevitably run high in lockdown, Mat Manning finds a slice of solitary squirrel control is the best way to relieve stress
5 min |
February 10, 2021
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Shooting for a perfect ten
Three species in the bag before breakfast bodes well for one of those magical days when everything comes together
7 min |
February 10, 2021
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Lowdown on German HPRs
Elegant and efficient, German HPRs have found a niche here; David Tomlinson examines their enduring appeal
4 min |
February 10, 2021
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Jeep Renegade 4xe Trailhawk £36,500
Jeep’s popular SUV is back after a makeover, with eco additions and off-road tweaks creating an impressive all-rounder, says Ed Coles
4 min |
February 10, 2021
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All out for a duck
Lockdown meant more time at home for Adam Hart and he used it wisely by feeding a pond and constructing a hide out of willow
5 min |
February 10, 2021
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Adopting a different view on rescue dogs
The number of dogs in rescue centres is soaring and the gundog world could benefit by tapping into this resource, writes Ellena Swift
6 min |
February 10, 2021
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Songbirds to suffer as NE changes licensing policy
Applications to control avian pests for the conservation of blackbirds and other species are to be refused, sparking possible legal challenge
2 min |
February 03, 2021
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Gamekeeper
Some shoots put on small walked-up days for two Guns in the last few weeks of the season — but not all keepers thought it was a good idea
3 min |
February 03, 2021
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Dueling with gents
Culling low cock pheasants goes against our deep-rooted fieldsports instincts but it is a necessity in many places, says Richard Negus
6 min |
February 03, 2021
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Country Diary
It is immensely humbling to be given the opportunity to inspire young people who will be taking up the conservation baton in years to come
3 min |
February 03, 2021
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Clothing firm supports group linked to convict
Anti-shooting group denies connection with criminal extremist as fieldsports community is horrified by high-end retailer’s donation
2 min |
February 03, 2021
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The Suite Way To Protect Game
Mapping out a fully integrated approach will pay dividends for a shoot, says Mike Swan
6 min |