Fishing-Hunting
Shooting Times & Country
The best possible taste
From muntjac to reds, the six species of British deer provide some of the highest-quality venison in the world, insists game chef Jose Souto
6 min |
June 16, 2021
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Decision taken for sake of good ‘elf'
Some stalks do not end with a kill — but that may be simply because we choose not to pull the trigger, says Chris Dalton
6 min |
June 16, 2021
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Kennel Diary
As restrictions are lifted hunts plan their puppy shows, held to thank vital walkers, says Harry Beeby
3 min |
June 16, 2021
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Country Diary
Faced with the possibility of losing the curlew as a breeding bird, the general public is becoming more pragmatic about predator control
3 min |
June 16, 2021
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A hundred years of quiet joy
Jamie Tusting casts on a sparkling stream winding through timeless countryside to mark the centenary of a progressive fishing club
6 min |
June 16, 2021
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A bit of hide and sleek
Do we pay enough attention to our sense of touch? It is as vital in pigeon shooting as camo clothing and elaborate hides, believes Gough Thomas
5 min |
June 09, 2021
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Coming home to roost
When a fox finds its way into a chicken pen with the inevitable result, a plan is hatched to exact revenge and protect the survivors
6 min |
June 09, 2021
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Keeping it scruffy
Cutting back on mowing and adopting a ‘rough around the edges’ approach would be a major boost for wildlife
5 min |
June 09, 2021
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A great way to beef up a shoot
The sustainable future of our sport depends on rebuilding the old connections between farming and fieldsports, says Patrick Laurie
7 min |
June 09, 2021
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The day of the jackal — and pine marten
As long-absent predators return to our countryside, we can learn from how other nations deal with the conflicts that arise, says Matt Cross
6 min |
June 09, 2021
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A jewel, complete with a crown
A ‘malform’ spotted in the trail camera would make a perfect specimen to fill a hamper for Will Pocklington
6 min |
June 09, 2021
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Cold comfort on game crop
Bad weather is a major headache at this time of year, but all is not lost, advises Liam Bell
4 min |
June 09, 2021
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Standing the test of time
The vast array of fieldsports offers something for all ages, as sporting preferences evolve with advancing years, Barry Stoffell discovers
6 min |
June 09, 2021
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With Guns in the pink
Britain’s colonial territories opened up a host of opportunities for the sportsman; Diggory Hadoke looks back at the days of the Empire
6 min |
June 09, 2021
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Sport On Our Beaches
While a holiday abroad may be off the cards this year, you don’t have to miss out on great food — catch and cook your own, says Nick Fisher
7 min |
June 02, 2021
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SsangYong Musso Saracen £34,250
The South Korean manufacturer is aiming to take the pickup market by storm and Ed Coles is impressed with this powerful workhorse
5 min |
June 02, 2021
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Getting back in the black
Once an excuse for a jolly get-together, May-time rook shooting is now a conservation necessity to protect both rare birds and tender crops
5 min |
June 02, 2021
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A tough act to follow
A wounded roe proves unusually tricky to track down, but deer dog Jazz gives it his all
5 min |
June 02, 2021
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Something for nothing
‘Shed hunting’ is a popular and rewarding close-season pursuit, as Barry Stoffell discovers on a day of fossicking in the hills of Kerry
4 min |
June 02, 2021
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LACS under investigation by the Charity Commission
A campaign of harassment by activists against a fundraising site they see as supporting hunting was brought to the regulator’s attention
2 min |
June 02, 2021
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Putting the wind up them
Over-shooting will not protect crops; you need a well thought-out plan of attack — and the right conditions, says Tom Payne
5 min |
June 02, 2021
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Non-toxics on woodpigeons
Simon Reinhold looks at how the latest steel offerings perform in real shooting situations
5 min |
June 02, 2021
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Back on the rails
The coot shoot at Hickling Broad was once a big part of Norfolk’s sporting scene, says Simon Reinhold
6 min |
June 02, 2021
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A boy's best friend
With plans to breed from Mabel afoot, Charlie has his heart set on a pup of his own, so father, son and dog head out for a spot of training
5 min |
June 02, 2021
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Wildlife Will Pay High Price For Criminal Acts
As gamekeepers join firefighters to tackle blazes caused by discarded BBQs, tampering with legal traps has devastating effect on wild birds
2 min |
April 28, 2021
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‘My love affair with lead has ended'
One stalker’s trepidation turns to excitement as an outing for an elusive upland roebuck culminates in a clean kill and a successful transition to copper ammunition
6 min |
May 26, 2021
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Wading in on habitat loss
The battle to manage agricultural landscape for breeding waders is doomed to failure unless there is a change of policy at national level
3 min |
May 26, 2021
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There's no quick fix in black grouse quest
This once common gamebird is in desperate need of a helping hand but reintroductions are hugely complex, as Soldier Palmer discovers
6 min |
May 26, 2021
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How to ensure your Guns have a field day
From high birds to hot sausage rolls and modest bags to a friendly host, George Browne discovers what paying guests really want
6 min |
May 26, 2021
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Let's show respect for our elders
Sambucus nigra is the star of Britain’s hedgerows and a standout favourite for forager John Wright
4 min |